California Tastings

08/16/2026

Episode 29 of ‘Beyond the Pour’ by California Tastings is live!

We hopped on the Sonoma Valley Trolley and spent a sun-drenched day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. visiting four incredible wineries.

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Cheers to summer adventures!

08/16/2026

Well here is Episode 29 🎙️📽️and I have to say it was a lot of fun! 🚎🚋

Thanks to Paul & Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley for inviting me!

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California Tastings
Sangiacomo Family Vineyards
Buena Vista Winery
Kivelstadt Cellars
Bloom Carneros
Larson Family Winery
Napa Valley Wine Trolley

Ben Holden
Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce

offers Sommelier services 🥂

🍷 Welcome to Beyond The Pour!Join me on Episode 29 of Beyond the P...

08/12/2026

Check out this bottle I found for $7 at Costco 🍷

Super refreshing for summer, especially great for after some gardening!!



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08/11/2026

A DAY ON THE SONOMA VALLEY TROLLY 🚎 Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley

Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley
Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce

4 Wineries… a lunch & new friends!

1- Buena Vista Buena Vista Winery

2- Bloom Carneros Bloom Carneros

3- Sangiacomo Vineyards Sangiacomo Family Vineyards

4- Larson Family Vineyards Larson Family Winery

Enjoy… California Tastings 🍷

08/08/2026

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One of our favorite groups! 💕

We were hired to make 2 Cocktails with the group.

The host had a beautiful Charcuterie platter set up.

We talked about the history of the cocktail, how flavors complement each other and how to garnish.

If you want to try something different, like what you see, you can reach us by visiting our website & filling out the form on the first page.
www. CaliforniaTastings.com

Which 2 Cocktails would you pick for your evening?

Your Private Sommelier is here!! 🥂

07/24/2026

California Tastings took a journey through Sonoma County aboard the charming Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley


We rolled through the countryside, hopping off at four incredible wineries.

First stop: Buena Vista Winery , where history meets rich flavors.

Next, we sipped & had lunch at the hip Beergarden of Bloom Carneros - Kivelstadt, then moved on to the welcoming Sangiacomo Family Wines winery.
We wrapped it all up at Larson Family Winery , where good vibes and great wine finished off the day.

We got to chat with amazing people at each stop, and we’re turning it all into a full podcast episode.

For now, here’s one of my favorite clips, featuring two people I really respect and enjoy.

This clip is at Buena Vista winery.

Follow as we get to take you Beyond the Pour!!

07/20/2026

We are LIVE with our 27th Episode on Beyond the Pour by California Tastings 🎙️😎

Why do we call it Beyond the Pour?

Well, because we feel it’s super interesting to hear how our friends in Hospitality got to where they are!

As Simon Sinek ( A motivational thinker) said, “Nobody cares about your struggles-until you succeed. The world rewards results, not excuses.”

This is true for everything we do unfortunately! But we feel those conversations should be heard, so we can learn from them.

If you agree, please click subscribe & Follow. It will take 60 seconds of your time 🙏

All our Episodes are in the Link 🔗 in our Bio 💯🤞

Oh by the way, for Ep.27 I get to interview another Iranian Sommelier who resides in New Zealand 🇳🇿.

Samira Kakh is such a delight to chat with and you can tell how much she appreciates & loves NZ.

This episode was a little longer than usual but what can I say…too much to talk about! 🍷✅

07/17/2026

If you’re reading this in July, it’s time to fly-Europe’s lanes, Bahama’s breeze, or Sonoma County’s wine with ease.

This is your sign, don’t delay,
Pack your bags and get away!

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