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In this episode of The Good Stuff presented by the Sonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Doug Nalle, Zinmaster, Original Winemaker Emeritus & Founder of Nalle Winery.

Doug Nalle, who earned his master's in Enology from UC Davis in 1979, founded Nalle Winery with his first vintage in 1984. An innovator by nature, Doug's vision for Nalle Winery was brought to life with his wife and partner, Lee Henderlong, whose parents owned a historic Zinfandel vineyard in Dry Creek Valley, the Henderlong Ranch. Today, Doug continues to consult on vintages with his son, Andrew, who has taken on the role of winemaker, while Andrew's wife, April, manages viticulture and hospitality. Their other son, Sam, followed his own path and works in biomedical research. With the whole family involved, Nalle remains a true family operation, dedicated to crafting expressive, balanced wines. Today, you might find Doug on the golf course, consulting with Andrew on the upcoming vintages, or visiting with guests in the tasting room.

Located in the heart of Dry Creek Valley, Nalle Winery is surrounded by century-old vines planted by the Henderlong family in 1927, which contribute to the estate's distinct Zinfandel. Known for producing wines with lower alcohol levels and balanced acidity, Nalle avoids the overly jammy style typical of many California Zins. Their Dry Creek Zinfandel has become a benchmark in the region, complemented by small lots of Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and their unique proprietary Cabernet/Zinfandel blend.

The winery's primary fruit source, the Henderlong Ranch Vineyard, is a historic, dry-farmed site just steps from the winery. Alongside it, the Sibary Vineyard, planted in 1999, also contributes to the estate's winemaking. Both vineyards are dry-farmed and recognized by the Historic Vineyard Society, preserving a heritage of sustainable viticulture that adds character to every bottle.

And finally, Virginie and Karissa share their Tuesday Night wine picks!

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This week on the PCOR Radio Broadcast we begin with,“City Called Heaven” by Josephine Poelinitz. Next, a reading from Mark 13:1-8, followed by, “Be Not Afraid” a sermon by Rev. Dr. Cindy Alloway. We conclude with, “Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise” by Walter Smith.

Host Jeff Woodworth chats with Sean Armstrong, Youth Programs Coordinator at the Sebastopol Community Cultural Center, about their upcoming Wild West Holiday Extravaganza.

To learn more about the Wild West Holiday Extravaganza, as well as other programs and events at the Sebastopol Community Cultural Center, visit seb.org

In this episode of The Good Stuff presented by the Sonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Ames Morison, Co-Founder of Medlock Ames Winery.

Medlock Ames was founded by college best friends Chris Medlock James and Ames Morison. After sharing a love for wine as roommates in college and later as roommates in New York City, they decided to pack their bags and move to California to join the wine industry. Medlock Ames consists of two properties: the Historic Healdsburg Tasting Room, situated at the intersection of Route 128 and Alexander Valley Road, and the Winery & Vineyard, located at Bell Mountain on Chalk Hill Road.

After exploring over 100 locations, they discovered Bell Mountain Ranch located at the southern tip of Alexander Valley, overlapping the Russian River Valley where several dozen acres of Merlot vines were sitting unmanaged. The beauty of Bell Mountain spoke to them and Medlock Ames was born. That was 1998 and the deep commitment to preserving Bell Mountain and being a vocal supporter for the kind of light-touch farming practices that being organic means has been a part of their values ever since.

Bell Mountain Ranch spans 338 acres along Chalk Hill Road, with 44 acres planted to vines. The ranch also features 650 olive trees, an orchard, and a garden for seasonal vegetables and flowers, embodying a dedication to land preservation since day one. A wildlife corridor threads through the vineyards, guiding animals safely through the property and into the adjacent 3,000-acre Pepperwood Preserve wildlife sanctuary.

Medlock Ames is deeply committed to sustainability, using innovative alternatives to pesticides, harnessing solar power for their winery and offices, and digitizing HR, finance, and tasting room operations to eliminate paper use. They partner with suppliers for electronic invoicing, reducing their carbon footprint, and maintain a wildlife corridor to support local wildlife. In collaboration with Pepperwood Preserve, they work to identify and protect the distinct ecosystems on their Bell Mountain Ranch property. The winery is functional and elegant, with caves dug into the ground to maximize natural insulation (cellar temperature is between 55°F–65°F), solar arrays that supply electricity, and an array of creative experiences, like their Immersive Sound Experience.

Last November, Medlock Ames Winery became one of a select few wineries worldwide to receive Regenerative Organic Certification, founded by the creators of Patagonia. With a philosophy of minimal intervention and traditional techniques, we craft wines exclusively from our own vines, including Sauvignon Blanc, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Sparkling, Merlot, Chardonnay, Rosé, Dessert Wine, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon. They produce just a few hundred cases of most wines and release them only once ready to drink.

And finally, Virginie and Karissa share their Tuesday Night wine picks!

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Host Clark Wolf talks with Ellen Cavalli, Program Manager of Sonoma County Farm Trails, about showcasing the holiday season at local farms, Farmers Markets, Measure J & Farm Trails features. In addition, Keith Garlock, Co-Owner of Garlock Tree Farm in Sebastopol, joins the show to talk about the variety of trees that will be offered at the tree farm this holiday season.

Sonoma County Farm Trails is a nonprofit organization that has worked for decades to promote farmers and to educate the public about the importance of supporting local agriculture. Their mission is to “ensure the continuing economic viability of Sonoma County agriculture by instilling an appreciation of ag as a vital part of our community/lifestyle.” In other words, they cultivate the social and economic fields that our farmers might plant seeds of prosperity and resilience.