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"The Good Stuff"

Virginie Boone & Karissa Kruse

"The Good Stuff” with Sonoma County Winegrowers is Sonoma County’s newest podcast for all things wine, vineyards and farming. Hosted by Virginie Boone and Co-Host Karissa Kruse. Episodes will dive deep into the stories and personalities that make Sonoma County both rich in history and innovative, inviting Sonoma County’s top winemakers, grape growers, chefs, sommeliers and more to dive into topics both serious and fun.

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 24: Vineyard Employee Of...

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2024/03/02

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by the Sonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk about the some very special programs at the Sonoma County Winegrowers, including the Leadership Academy and the Employee Recognition Program. Guests are Valerie Pearce, Director of Programs at SCW, Tyler Klick, Co-Owner of Redwood Empire Vineyard Management, and Yolanda Cruz, 2023 Vineyard Employee of the Year. Yolanda is the first woman to win this honor,

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"The Good Stuff" – Episode 23: Saini Vineyards

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2024/02/24

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by the Sonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Laura Saini, General Manager of Saini Vineyards and George Christie, Co-Founder and Partner of Saini Vineyards. Laura shares the long history of the Saini family in Sonoma County as winegrowers, and their more recent move to make their own wines. They have been growing grapes in the Dry Creek and Alexander Valleys for over 100 years. George talks about

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"The Good Stuff" – Episode 23: Saini Vineyards

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2024/02/24

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by theSonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Laura Saini, General Manager ofSaini Vineyardsand George Christie, Co-Founder and Partner of Saini Vineyards. Laura shares the long history of the Saini family in Sonoma County as winegrowers, and their more recent move to make their own wines. They have been growing grapes in the Dry Creek and Alexander Valleys for over 100 years. George talks about his partnership with

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 22: AVFilm And Cartograph...

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2024/02/17

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by theSonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Kathryn Hecht, Founder and Executive Director ofAVFilm, and Alan Baker, AVFilm Board Member and Co-owner ofCartograph Wines. AVFilm began in 2015, when community members founded a local film society with a focus on educational outreach, screenings, and an annual film festival. This year the AVFilm Festival is April 26th through May 5th. Get details online

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 22: AVFilm And Cartograph...

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2024/02/17

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by the Sonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Kathryn Hecht, Founder and Executive Director of AVFilm, and Alan Baker, AVFilm Board Member and Co-owner of Cartograph Wines. AVFilm began in 2015, when community members founded a local film society with a focus on educational outreach, screenings, and an annual film festival. This year the AVFilm Festival is April 26th through May 5th. Get details

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 21: Storytellers Will...

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2024/02/10

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by theSonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with two visual storytellers, photographer Will Bucquoy and videographer Bruce Le. Both men have chronicled the stories of people in Sonoma County for years.Will Bucquoyis often at Sonoma County Winegrowers events, and he also takes photos of vineyard workers. Their portraits are proudly displayed in the offices at SCW.Bruce Lehas been capturing the stories of winegrowers for

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 21: Storytellers Will...

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2024/02/10

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by the Sonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with two visual storytellers, photographer Will Bucquoy and videographer Bruce Le. Both men have chronicled the stories of people in Sonoma County for years. Will Bucquoy is often at Sonoma County Winegrowers events, and he also takes photos of vineyard workers. Their portraits are proudly displayed in the offices at SCW. Bruce Le has been capturing the

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 20: Kanzler Vineyards

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2024/02/03

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by theSonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Steve and Alex Kanzler, father and son atKanzler Vineyards. Steve is the founder, and Alex is the winemaker. The Kanzler family purchased their vineyard in 1994, planting 15 acres of wine grapes in 1996. The family supplied grapes to winemakers like Kosta Browne and Lynmar Estate. Alex took on the role of winemaker in 2011. The Kanzlers have a Farm Stay experience on their

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 20: Kanzler Vineyards

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2024/02/03

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by the Sonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Steve and Alex Kanzler, father and son at Kanzler Vineyards. Steve is the founder, and Alex is the winemaker. The Kanzler family purchased their vineyard in 1994, planting 15 acres of wine grapes in 1996. The family supplied grapes to winemakers like Kosta Browne and Lynmar Estate. Alex took on the role of winemaker in 2011. The Kanzlers have a Farm

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 19: Peay Vineyards

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2024/01/27

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by theSonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Andy Peay, owner of Peay Vineyards. After a few years on Wall Street as a financial analyst, a dinner with Andy’s brother Nick (lamb paired with a cool climate Syrah!) set him on his path into the wine business. Andy worked on harvests, and enrolled in classes. He also spent time working in retail shops. He and Nick were on a quest to find land to grow cool climate

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 19: Peay Vineyards

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2024/01/27

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by the Sonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Andy Peay, owner of Peay Vineyards. After a few years on Wall Street as a financial analyst, a dinner with Andy’s brother Nick (lamb paired with a cool climate Syrah!) set him on his path into the wine business. Andy worked on harvests, and enrolled in classes. He also spent time working in retail shops. He and Nick were on a quest to find land to grow

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 18: Healdsburg Wine and...

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2024/01/20

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by the Sonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Steve Dveris, CEO of SD Media and Founder of the Healdsburg Wine and Food Experience, which is happening May 16-19, 2024. This multi-day event celebrates the makers behind the magic! The spotlight is aimed at the region’s makers – farmers, growers, winemakers and chefs – alongside globally recognized wines from the greatest wine regions of the world

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 18: Healdsburg Wine and...

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2024/01/20

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by theSonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Steve Dveris, CEO of SD Media and Founder of theHealdsburg Wine and Food Experience, which is happening May 16-19, 2024. This multi-day event celebrates the makers behind the magic! The spotlight is aimed at the region’s makers – farmers, growers, winemakers and chefs – alongside globally recognized wines from the greatest wine regions of the world. The

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 17: J. Rickards Winery

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2024/01/06

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by theSonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Jim Rickards, owner of J. Rickards Winery, winegrower and SCW Board Member. Jim built his vineyard operation from the ground up, all while working full time as an ICU nurse. He has used environmentally sustainable vineyard practice from Day 1, and he grows some of Sonoma County’s most outstanding crops of Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, and Syrah – just

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 17: J. Rickards Winery

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2024/01/06

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by the Sonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Jim Rickards, owner of J. Rickards Winery, winegrower and SCW Board Member. Jim built his vineyard operation from the ground up, all while working full time as an ICU nurse. He has used environmentally sustainable vineyard practice from Day 1, and he grows some of Sonoma County’s most outstanding crops of Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, and

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 16: Gail Dutton And Mel...

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2023/12/30

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by theSonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Gail Dutton, matriarch of the Dutton family, and Mel Sanchietti, third generation farmer. Gail and her husband Warren met Mel as young farmers and formed a lifelong friendship. We hear stories of what farming was like in the 1960s (lots of French Prunes!) and how each family transitioned to grapes. Mel had a 35-year career with Korbel Winery as vice president of vineyard

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 16: Gail Dutton And Mel...

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2023/12/30

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by the Sonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Gail Dutton, matriarch of the Dutton family, and Mel Sanchietti, third generation farmer. Gail and her husband Warren met Mel as young farmers and formed a lifelong friendship. We hear stories of what farming was like in the 1960s (lots of French Prunes!) and how each family transitioned to grapes. Mel had a 35-year career with Korbel Winery as vice

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 15: Joy Sterling Of Iron...

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2023/12/23

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by theSonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Joy Sterling, CEO and Partner ofIron Horse Vineyards. Joy’ssparklingpersonality shines in this delightful conversation! She shares stories about her family, why there are always two bottles of bubbles in the refrigerator at all times, what foods pair with sparkling wine, and more. Joy also tells us about the special cuvees used to raise funds for resilience efforts,

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 15: Joy Sterling Of Iron...

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2023/12/23

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by the Sonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with Joy Sterling, CEO and Partner of Iron Horse Vineyards. Joy’s sparkling personality shines in this delightful conversation! She shares stories about her family, why there are always two bottles of bubbles in the refrigerator at all times, what foods pair with sparkling wine, and more. Joy also tells us about the special cuvees used to raise funds for

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"The Good Stuff" - Episode 14: Ray Isle, "The World...

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2023/12/16

In this episode of "The Good Stuff" presented by theSonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk with executive wine editor at Food and Wine, Ray Isle. Ray is one of the wine world’s foremost writers and speakers. He has been writing about wine, spirits, and cocktails for 20 years, regularly appears on national television and in other media, and speaks at wine and food events around the globe. He shares details about his new book,The World in a Wineglass: The

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