Ryan and Carrie take a trip to Santa Ynez Valley for the Loring party and a stay in Los Alamos. Oh yeah, and so Ryan could propose to his now fiancé!

You have heard Randy and Carrie pontificate on their love of Margerum M5. Today meet the man behind the bottle, Doug Margerum of Margerum and Barden wines.

Tasted in this Episode:
Margerum M5 Red 2017
Margerum M5 White 2018
Barden Vin Gris 2018
Barden Pinot Noir 2017

Randy and Carrie share their Thanksgiving celebrations and pairings, some party ideas, and a visit to the Pioneers of Santa Barbara Tasting event.

Tasted in this Episode:

Melville Block M Pinot Noir 2017
Loring Rancho La Viña Pinot Noir 2018
Seasmoke Southing Pinot Noir 2017

Randy and Carrie interview Frank Ostini, the eccentric yet down to earth owner of The Hitching Post II and partner and wine maker of Hitching Post Wines. They talk everything from the movie Sideways to catching gophers.

Tasted in this Episode:

Hitching Post Pinks Rosè 2018

Hitching Post Careaga Chardonnay 2018

Hitching Post Highliner Pinot Noir 2016

Randy and Carrie have the chance to interview the humble genius who makes some of their favorite Pinot Noir: Brian Loring from Loring Wine Co. They talk about quintessential California Pinot and Brian’s unique path to winemaking master.

Tasted in this episode:
Loring Boekenoogen Pinot Noir 2018
Loring Peake Ranch Pinot Noir 2018