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Two talented leaders are taking Argyle into the future: Winemaker Kate Payne-Brown and Vineyard Manager Erica Miller. They forged a relationship at Stoller Vineyards that blossomed into a continued partnership at Argyle. Their story is intriguing, their expertise is clear, and the future is very bright. Because regenerative viticulture is part of their management, find a link to an episode focused on that topic below.

Regenerative Viticulture Episode

Stephen Cronk has One Day in Mind

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Rob Griffin and Deborah Barnard built Barnard Griffin Winery humbly, with purpose. The goal was to prove that Columbia Valley was a source of high-quality wine, and the journey created a family business now in its second generation. Rob joins me with his younger daughter and winemaker Megan Hughes.

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Barnard Griffin

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Industry icon and sixth-generation winemaker, Ernst "Erni" Loosen, joins Willamette winemaker Tim Malone to explain the required patience for Appassionata wines and the focus of J. Christopher Wines on place. Erni offers a wide-ranging, entertaining explanation of the WHY, and Tim offers insight into HOW the vision is executed.

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Stephen Cronk is the environmentalist who can see a future where regenerative viticulture is the norm, not the exception. Through Maison Mirabeau and his foundation, he is making the vision a reality. The only regenerative certified Côtes de Provence Rosé in the world, Mirabeau One Day, is available in the US! 

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Maison Mirabeau

Regenerative Viticulture Foundation

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Heidi Bridenhagen has banked more than 365 ninety-plus scores since taking the reins at Macrosite Winery and Vineyards. She is precise and exploratory, oozing a passion for the land. The cherry on top is that she has a joyous giggle, which she shares throughout the conversation.

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Macrostie

Nightwing Vineyard

Wine Smart Petaluma Gap AVA Podcast

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Abeja Winery is tucked into a 19th-century wheat farmstead that has evolved into an acclaimed winery, luxury inn, and restaurant. Ken and Ginger Harrison embraced the history but had a vision of greatness that would last into the future. Their vision is now guided by my guests, Dan and Amy Wampfler, who have blended their lives into Abeja.

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Abeja Winery

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Rob Alstrin, CEO, and Gina Hennen, Director of Winemaking and Viticulture, offer their perspective on the culture and drive of this wonderful winery. At Adelsheim Vineyard, you will find curiosity, community, and excellence wrapped in humility.

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Adelsheim

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Dr. Bob Gross and his wife Corrine were among the first pioneering families to plant vineyards in the Willamette Valley. Barbara Gross, their daughter, joins me to reflect on being the second generation, a rebellious past, and what it means to her to "be there" in the future.

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Cooper Mountain Vineyards

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Understanding the federal, state, and municipal regulations around selling alcoholic beverages is a complex and tangled web. Our compliance department navigates these issues for Winebow, and today we’re benefitting from a little compliance tutoring and storytelling from two volleyball stars and a former law enforcement officer.

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Valle Reale is a marvelous property tucked into the mountains of Abruzzo, Italy. Leonardo Pizzolo is the visionary founder, and he attributes the beauty of his wines to something spontaneous. Listen in to find out more.

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Valle Reale

Italy: Abruzzo, Wide Spectrum