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Season 1: Essential California
EPISODE 1
Napa Valley, California
Start here! Competition, controversy, and land that sell for 1M an acre! Napa Valley is the quintessential American wine region. It helped the USA gain the recognition it deserved in the wine world, and to this day still brings the thunder; but do you know the story of how it came to be? Find out on this premiere episode of V is for Vino.
filmed 09/17 | runtime 30 minutes
EPISODE 2
Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara is my favorite California wine region for the money. Dollar for dollar, nothing competes, especially if you love cool climate wines like Pinot Noir and elegant, restrained Chardonnay. And our restaurant on this episode has a spot close to my heart: it was the place I envisioned for V is for Vino when I came up with the idea years ago, and doggone-it, I got it done. Find out why Santa Barbara is the getaway for the celebs on this episode of V is for Vino.
filmed 04/17 | runtime 27 minutes
EPISODE 3
Paso Robles, California
Paso Robles still feels like a farm community at heart. If it can be sourced local, it is. Everyone knows each other at the local bar. And the locals are proud of the region, even if it doesn't get the recognition it absolutely should: Paso makes some incredibly undervalued grape juice. Go local on this episode of V is for Vino.
filmed 06/17 | runtime 27 minutes
Special Feature
Cheese and Wine
Ever wonder what wines to pair with your cheese board? Hosting a wine and cheese party? Look no further. Vince has got you covered. We're going to The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills to meet with Norbert, the best cheesemonger on this side of the Atlantic. His store is equipped with over 600 cheeses, and Norbert knows each and every one. Then, Vince and Kristen break down the main groups of cheeses with their ideal wine pairings. Get funky on this V is for Vino special feature.
filmed 04/18 | runtime 11 minutes
HOW IT WORKS:
1: WATCH
the FREE 30 minute V is for Vino digital show, where your personal sommelier Vince takes you on a wine journey to explore the region, learn the grapes, meet the winemaker, and cook a dish that will pair perfectly.
2: LEARN
the wine and recipes from the “Vino Cards”. Plus, Vince breaks down wine topics in each episode, so you don’t have to be a pro; just drink like one.
3: DRINK
the wine from the winemaker on the show! Small batch, hand crafted, killer wines that you can purchase at exclusive discounts.
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GAIN CONFIDENCE
Buying, ordering, pairing, and talking about wine!
MEET YOUR HOST
Vince is a certified sommelier and founder of V is for Vino. While pursing a rock ‘n’ roll career as a guitarist and vocalist, he fell in love with wine while working at the bars and upscale restaurants that paid the bills. As he pursued further wine knowledge, he realized there was no place for the “average Joe” to learn about wine casually (see: without a textbook); and thus, V is for Vino was born. Wine “info-tainment” for the casual wine drinker.
Vince runs every aspect of V is for Vino, from the production and editing, to the writing and hosting of the show, to the IT and web design. His passion for wine stems from his desire to pass his knowledge of it onto others.
“Love your show! I’ve learned so much from these first three episodes. My wife and I are avid wine collectors and your show helps put words and understanding to our passion!”Chris T.
“So informative, in a style that is easy to understand and remember. This is my new favorite go-to for wine knowledge…. and to learn tasty recipes. I can’t wait to watch more episodes and rewatch the ones already aired!”Victoria A.
“I love the series and what you’re doing. You’re energy and passion about wine is awesome! I’ve been looking for shows like yours. I’m loving the fact sheets for the wine and recipe pairing.”Marcin K.
