The topic on this show was the inaugural Cabernet Classic, August 19th-21. This premier event takes place at the Meritage Resort & Spa, and will bring together wine aficionados, Master Sommeliers, industry experts, and world-class wineries to celebrate Napa Valley's king, Cabernet. The Grand Tasting will take place Saturday August 21 from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.on the outdoor Vista Collina Event Lawn.
To promote the event I spoke with principals of two of the participating wineries, Jay James, the Master Somm at Joseph Phelps Vineyards in St. Helena, and Steve Tonella, President and owner of S.R. Tonella Cellars in Rutherford. Joseph Phelps Vineyards has long been admired as one of the leaders in Napa's modern age. S.R. Tonella Cellars history goes back to the turn of the 20th century when Joseph Ponti emigrated from Italy. Eventually, he would spend 43 years at the iconic Beaulieu Vineyards. Enjoy the show!
