ROCKnVINO: A Pairing of Music & Wine

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Alexander Harris (who goes by A3l3xzand3r), co-owner of The Harris Gallery Art & Wine Collection , as well as co-founder of the popular T.O.W.N. Dinner series. It stands for Traveling Off-Season For Wine Night and these wild evenings are not your typical wine dinners. Alex and co-founder Art Murray of  Flambeaux Wine  put toge...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Julia Hinshaw, proprietor of Blackbird Vineyards in Napa. Hinshaw is an artist and vintner who brings her creativity to every aspect of the winery. Expect the unexpected when you visit Blackbird Vineyards - from an impressive amethyst throne to sound baths changing the way you taste wine forever! This episode truly explores the re...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Joe Chepolis, winemaker at Sound and Vision Wine Co. located in Oregon's Rogue Valley. Chepolis is drawn to lesser known varietals and loves to help people learn about flavors that may be new to them, with the terroir taking center stage. The winery is named after David Bowie's song, and Chepolis creates playlists to complement th...

During this episode of ROCK’nVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle interview each other to reveal the paths each took to combining a love of music, wine, and food into their respective careers. This look behind the curtain explores a friendship spanning more than two decades, and a passion for the way these creative worlds crossover. ROCK'nVINO is sponsored by  American AgCredit .  

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Ezekiel 'Zeke' James Hampton, a multi-genre music composer, producer, and vintner. Zeke shares his passion for collaboration on various projects from Rad Brown, Radagast the Brown, and Skylight Motion Picture. He also talks about the relationship between making wine and composing music. Learn more by clicking here: https://linktr....

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Joel Quigley, Director of Business Development and National Activations at Priest Ranch Wines in Yountville, CA. The tasting room has so many fun experiences, plus The Kitchen at Priest Ranch. They have started a new series with A&R Worldwide to bring new artists to the scene. The Kitchen Sync  showcases these artists once a m...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Michael John Ahern, volunteer Director of Entertainment for Acoustic Sunsets at Sonoma Botanical Garden  in Glen Ellen. This is the second year of the Acoustic Sunsets concert series, which happens every Wednesday evening from 5pm to 8pm through the end of October. The beautiful amphitheater is a perfect spot for a picnic and a va...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Randi Moody, the organizer of the Sac Song and Wine Series . The series, now in its third season, brings Nashville songwriters to perform chart-topping hits and discuss the inspiration behind their music, a concept inspired by a friend of Moody’s and launched in May 2023. These intimate concerts are truly special, and those who at...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Eric Paslay, a singer-songwriter who is part of the Healdsburg Songwriters in Paradise event, July 22nd through 26th at various wineries. Paslay is also a winemaker in his home state of Tennessee, and he loves to talk about grapes when in Wine Country. His heartfelt music strikes a chord at SIP and he loves to tell the stories beh...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle chat with Jason Bushong, Owner of Bushong Vintage Company located in downtown Paso Robles. Bushong is gaining a reputation as an awesome tasting room to enjoy delectable and interesting varietals in a cool space with a wide collection of vinyl records and an OG Star Wars pinball  machine! Jason shares with us how he's been involved and inte...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Chrissy Jeffries about the highly anticipated second annual Sofi Battle of the Bands  in downtown Napa. Chrissy shares exciting details about how this popular event is set up in the vibrant Sofi neighborhood, transforming the area into a hub of live music and community fun. She recounts the thrill of witnessing so many talented ba...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk about BottleRock Napa Valley and share some interviews from behind the scenes! Costa Rican band The Saint Cecilia were new to BottleRock and we get their take on the sound of Costa Rica, as well as their impressions of Wine Country. Former ROCKnVINO co-host Mike DeWald talks about what it is like to cover BottleRock as a reporter for K...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with David Drummond, founder and proprietor of Overshine Wines .   Overshines Wines takes the California vibe and translates it into the glass. Drummond brings influences from his youth in Monterey and experience in Silicon Valley to the venture, all wrapped up in a love for music, especially the sunshine filled California soul music....

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Oded Shakked, owner and winemaker at Longboard Vineyards  in Healdsburg.   From Israeli roots to Healdsburg vines, the story of Longboard Vineyards and owner/winemaker Oded Shakked is one of global influence and winemaking passion. Hear how a childhood immersed in multiple cultures, a stint building surfboards, and prestigious win...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, host Michelle talks with two great guests about the Healdsburg Wine and Food Experience , coming up May 15th through 18th. ROCKnVINO takes you behind the scenes of this highly anticipated event, featuring exclusive interviews with two of its brightest stars. We'll chat with soulful musician Allen Stone, who will be bringing his incredible sound to Rodney Strong Vi...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Stacy Buchanan, publisher of the Blood of Gods Zine .   Get ready to raise a glass (or throw up the horns!) as we chat with Stacy Buchanan, the driving force behind Blood of Gods Zine. Stacy tells the compelling story of how a simple, insightful observation about the surprising similarities between metal music and wine aficionados...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle take you behind the scenes of the Healdsburg Wine and Food Experience , happening May 15th-18th. We chat with Steve Dveris, the CEO of SD Media and founder of this incredible event, to uncover what makes it a must-attend for wine and food lovers. From special luncheons and dinners, to over-the-top wine parties, and the Vintners Plaza Grand...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Patrick Davis, founder of Songwriters in Paradise and winemaker Angelina Mondavi. Songwriters in Paradise brings together the best of the best in one setting - amazing songwriters performing their tunes in a "songwriters in the round" format - intimate and unforgettable, plus the best wines, all at beautiful locations. Each day fe...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Chef Chris Ricketts, Executive Chef at the Lazeaway Club  at the Flamingo Resort and Spa about Family Meal, a special pop-up menu featured this month. The idea of the Family Meal pop-up is to celebrate the roots, traditions and cultures of the entire culinary team at the Flamingo Resort. The chefs behind the scenes in the kitchen...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Debbie Osborn, Event Manager for Wine Road about the 47th Annual Barrel Weekend! This is a great educational weekend filled with opportunities to taste the Past, Present, and Future of wine. Since it began, this event has evolved and it now includes library wines (older vintages), current vintages, and futures - or barrel samples....

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk about the just announced lineup for Bottlerock Napa Valley , May 23rd through May 25th, 2025. Headliners include Green Day, Justin Timberlake, and Noah Kahan. Green Day is a beloved pop-punk band who formed in the Bay Area before reaching global success with their 1994 album, Dookie. There are many Sonoma County punks who remember seei...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Katie Ambrosi, Marketing Manager for Wilson Artisan Wines, about a great venue in Healdsburg for music, dancing, and wine: Coyote Sonoma .   Coyote Sonoma is tucked into a corner in the Mill District, and is able to accommodate a packed dance floor for popular shows. Katie books the bands at the venue, with a focus on cover acts....

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Sam Levy, Food and Beverage Manager for the Flamingo Resort and Spa , and Zack Darling, Programming Director at Vintage Space at Flamingo Resort & Spa. Each holiday season, the Flamingo's Lazeaway Club undergoes a transformation, with an explosion of lights and holiday decor, as well as a special Sippin' Santa menu with festiv...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Debbie Osborn, Event Manager for Wine Road  about the 27th annual  Wine and Food Affair , while sipping wine on the terrace at  Trattore Farms . Wine Road is an association of wineries and lodgings in the Alexander, Dry Creek, and Russian River valleys of Northern Sonoma County. They host various events throughout the year to show...

During this episode of ROCKnVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk with Ben Brenner and Matt Nagy of Benevolent Neglect. They met at a house party in Napa and started their winery in 2013. The wines they make are done with minimal intervention, allowing the varietals to speak for themselves. Their winemaking approach is underlined by a refreshing tasting experience at their Vinyl Tasting Lounge on Sec...