Episode #40 | World Cup Predictions, Fishing Tips & Here Comes the 4th of July!

Episode #43 | Joel Crosbie on Winery Equipment, Paso Wine Growth & the 2023 Figurine

In Episode #43 of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul Frankel is joined by Joel Crosbie and Pablo Marlen for a conversation covering vineyard updates, winery equipment, and the continued growth of the Paso Robles wine industry. The group discusses veraison, harvest timing, summer heat in the vineyard, and how modern winery equipment has evolved over the years. Joel shares insights from his work in winery equipment sales, repair, installation, and consulting while offering his perspective on automation, winemaking technology, and the current state of the wine business. Pablo discusses what attracts people to Paso Robles, the region's growth, local tourism, and the proposed Paso Robles Spaceport. The episode also features a deep dive into winery pumps and the critical role they play throughout the winemaking process. Wines Tasted: 🍷 2024 Sculpterra Primitivo (New Release) 🍷 2023 Sculpterra Figurine (90 Points – Wine Enthusiast) Whether you're interested in winemaking, winery technology, vineyard management, Paso Robles wine country, or simply enjoy great conversations about wine, this episode has something for everyone. #VinoFrankel #ATasteOfSculpterra #PasoRoblesWine #SculpterraWinery #WinePodcast #PasoRobles #CentralCoastWine #WineTasting #WineEducation #Winemaking #VineyardLife #WineIndustry #CaliforniaWine #WineLovers Produced by EZF Media ezfmedia.com

Episode #42 | Paula Delay & Jeri Corgill on Festival Mozaic and the Arts on the Central Coast

On Episode #42 of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul Frankel is joined by Donna Wolfe, Paula Delay, and Jeri Corgill for a conversation about music, wine, community, and life on the Central Coast. Paula and Jeri share the story behind Festival Mozaic, discussing its growth, educational programs, unique concert venues, and how the festival brings world-class musicians to San Luis Obispo County. The group also explores the connection between music and wine, the importance of local partnerships, and what first-time attendees can expect from this year's festival. Paul provides a vineyard update as veraison approaches, explaining what this important stage of grape ripening means for vineyard management and the upcoming harvest. The conversation also touches on winery operations, summer vineyard work, and the science behind grape development. Wines Tasted: 🍷 2024 Sculpterra Primitivo 🍷 2024 Sculpterra Primitivo Reserve Whether you're interested in wine, live music, local arts, or learning more about the Paso Robles wine industry, this episode has something for everyone. #VinoFrankel #ATasteOfSculpterra #FestivalMozaic #PasoRoblesWine #SculpterraWinery #Primitivo #CentralCoastWine #WinePodcast #PasoRobles #WineEducation #LiveMusic #WineCountry #CaliforniaWine #WineLovers Produced by EZF Media ezfmedia.com

Episode #41 | Nick Pearl, Darren Brown & the Story Behind Sculpterra's Statuesque

On Episode #41 of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul Frankel is joined by Nick Pearl and Darren Brown for a conversation covering Paso Robles wine, wine blending, vineyard updates, and the evolving wine industry. Nick shares insights from his work with OrderPort and discusses his personal wine brands, In Due Time Wines and Back to Back Wines, while offering a unique perspective on direct-to-consumer wine sales and winery technology. Darren returns with another educational segment, this time exploring the story of Monte De Gallo (Nic De Caro), the artist behind Sculpterra's iconic sculpture garden. The group also discusses Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah blends, recent wine awards, vineyard conditions, and preparations for Sculpterra's Fourth of July celebration. Wines Tasted: 🍷 2023 Sculpterra Statuesque 🍷 2022 Sculpterra Statuesque Whether you're interested in wine blending, vineyard life, Paso Robles wine country, or learning more about the people, art, and stories that make Sculpterra unique, this episode has something for everyone. #VinoFrankel #ATasteOfSculpterra #PasoRoblesWine #SculpterraWinery #NickPearl #DarrenBrown #OrderPort #Statuesque #MonteDeGallo #NicDeCaro #WinePodcast #PasoRobles #CentralCoastWine #WineEducation #CaliforniaWine Produced by EZF Media ezfmedia.com

Episode #40 | World Cup Predictions, Fishing Tips & Here Comes the 4th of July!

On Episode #40 of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul Frankel is joined by Pepe Fonseca, Francisco Ramirez, and Abraham Frankel for a fun conversation covering World Cup soccer, fishing, vineyard life, and summer happenings at Sculpterra. The group discusses their World Cup predictions, favorite teams, and the excitement surrounding the tournament while Abraham shares fishing tips, stories from local lakes, and his recent trip to Disneyland. Paul also provides vineyard and winery updates, including irrigation repairs, vineyard tours, crop development, and the benefits of recent cane pruning projects. The episode wraps up with discussions about La Parrilla's Fourth of July plans, Spanish vs. Spanglish, and a fascinating look into the science of grapevine identification known as ampelography. Whether you're interested in wine country, soccer, fishing, vineyard life, or simply enjoy great conversations, this episode has something for everyone. #VinoFrankel #ATasteOfSculpterra #PasoRoblesWine #SculpterraWinery #WorldCup #Soccer #Fishing #PasoRobles #WinePodcast #CentralCoastWine #WineEducation #CaliforniaWine #VineyardLife #WineCountry #LaParrilla Produced by EZF Media ezfmedia.com [http://ezfmedia.com/]

Episode #39 — Faith's Italy Adventure & Paso's Railroad Legacy

On Episode #39 of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul Frankel is joined by Faith Frankel and Pablo Marlen for an engaging conversation covering Italian cuisine, Paso Robles history, vineyard updates, and upcoming events at Sculpterra Winery. Faith shares stories from her time living and cooking in Italy, Pablo explores the fascinating history of the Paso Robles Train Station and its impact on the community, and Paul explains vineyard topics including grape shatter and seasonal growing conditions. The group also discusses the upcoming Winemaker Signature Dinner, local wine events, wine education, and the unique stories that continue to shape Paso Robles wine country.Wines Tasted:🍷 2020 Sculpterra Reserve Zinfandel🍷 2021 Sculpterra Petite SirahWhether you're interested in wine, local history, Italian cuisine, vineyard life, or simply enjoy great conversations, this episode has something for everyone.#VinoFrankel #ATasteOfSculpterra #PasoRoblesWine #SculpterraWinery #ReserveZinfandel #PetiteSirah #WinePodcast #PasoRobles #CentralCoastWine #WineTasting #WineEducation #CaliforniaWine #WineLovers #VineyardLife #WineCountryProduced by EZF Mediaezfmedia.com