In this episode actor Hal B. Klein tells Nancy Hawks Miller, our Director of Education, about the upcoming movie release called Bottle Shock. If you've been curious about the French vs. California wine competition called the "Judgment of Paris", he'll fill us in and also tell us about some of his experiences while filming here in Napa Valley.

Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr69.mp3

Every industry has its lingo and, being immersed in wine every day, we sometimes forget that our jargon isn't second nature to everyone else. In this episode, we try to clarify the meaning for some of the lingo that turns up in print, at social gatherings that include food and wine, in restaurants, or you'll hear as tasting room banter.

Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr68.mp3

We were fascinated by a recent report stating that 50% of family-owned wineries on the west coast will change hands by 2017. The findings of the survey and report were released by Rob McMillan of Silicon Valley Bank, and Deborah Steinthal of Scion Advisors.

David Topper and I (Nancy Hawks Miller) were fortunate enough to have the opportunity to meet with Rob and Deborah and discuss what they learned. In this second and final segment we'll talk about the factors influencing owners to sell or pass the business along to the next generation and how greatly the industry has changed in recent decades.

Note: We know that these are two unusually long episodes but we think they will prove to be worth every minute to those truly interested in what makes the wine business tick.

Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr67.mp3

A recent study forecast that 50% of family-owned wineries on the west coast will change hands by 2017.

The findings of the survey and report were released by Rob McMillan, of Silicon Valley Bank, and Deborah Steinthal, of Scion Advisors. Goosecross proprietor, David Topper, and Nancy Hawks Miller, Director of Education, talk with Rob and Deborah about what they've learned and the implications for the industry. This is the first segment of a two-part interview.

We know that these are two unusually long episodes but we think they will prove to be worth every minute to those truly interested in what makes the wine business tick.

Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr66.mp3

Welcome to Napa Valley Wine Radio and thanks for listening! We're moving into my favorite time of year - with the weather warming up it's time to start tours and classes at Goosecross again!

Goosecross is pleased to announce the 14th season of our free Wine Basics Class! Please join us at Goosecross Cellars for a morning of fun, informative, and down to earth education as you explore tasting techniques, serving hints, wine storage suggestions and more!

Call 800-276-9210 or click here to use our secure online form for reservations.

In this episode, we feature a special guest, Christina Stewart, an MBA student and budding wine enthusiast. Christina wanted to know more about the wine education we have to offer so, Colleen Topper our Proprietor and I tell her all about it.

We sincerely hope that after listening to this episode, you’ll visit too!

Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr65.mp3

Cheers!
Nancy Hawks Miller