Vino Frankel A Taste of Sculpterra

In Episode #17 of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul Frankel is joined by Pastor Gus Bess and Brian Kusko for a thoughtful and engaging conversation that brings together wine, faith, and community. This episode features a tasting and discussion of Sculpterra’s 2022 and 2023 Primitivo Reserve wines, exploring what qualifies a wine as a reserve and why these vintages stand out. Paul also shar...

In Episode #14 of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul Frankel is joined by Francisco “Frankie” Ramirez and Noah Zuniga for a meaningful conversation centered on Mexican-American culture, wine, and community — and how the wine industry can better connect with California’s fast-growing Mexican population. Frankie Ramirez shares insight from his experience in the wine world and his leadership r...

In Episode #13 of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul is joined by Pablo Marlen and Brian Kusko for an episode focused on wine tasting fundamentals, education, and life inside the winery after harvest. Together, they taste four wines from the December tasting menu and break down why each wine was selected, how to properly taste wine, and the best way to introduce wine to new tasters. This ep...

In Episode #12 of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul is joined by three very special guests — his own family. Martha Frankel, Abraham Frankel, and cousin Jenelle Cabrera join him for a fun, family-centered Christmas episode filled with stories, laughter, and holiday spirit. This week’s show is shorter than usual (the kids have school to get back to!), but it still brings behind-the-scenes m...

Welcome back to Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra! In Episode #11, Paul sits down with Donna Wolfe and Brian Kusko for a dynamic, behind-the-scenes conversation about wine, creativity, events, and everything happening at Sculpterra. Brian joins the show for the first time — he’s the creative engine behind Sculpterra’s graphics, photography, video, social media, and IT, and he brings a fresh pers...

Episode #10 of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra is here — and this week we’re diving into Mourvèdre, breaking down major Black Friday wine deals, and exploring the latest Paso Robles wine market insights. Paul Frankel is joined by Assistant Tasting Room Manager Darren Brown, who leads wine education, reserve tastings, art tours, and Sculpterra’s library wine program. Before the Mourvèdre deep d...

In this episode of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul Frankel welcomes special guest Eddie Urman, Central Coast Grape Broker with Turrentine Brokerage Company. Eddie brings over a decade of hands-on experience in vineyard management, grape markets, and regional wine trends, making this a deep, timely dive into the real state of the wine industry. Paul and Eddie break down the late 2025 harv...

The Fall Art Show at Sculpterra is almost here! 🎨🍷In this episode of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, winemaker Paul Frankel is joined by two special guests — Sally Coons and Patrick Patton — to highlight Sculpterra’s upcoming Author’s Showcase and dive into their creative journeys in writing, art, and wine. Paul also recaps where things stand after harvest, breaks down Chardonnay vs. Cabern...

Harvest 2025 is officially complete at Sculpterra Winery! 🍇 In this episode of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, winemaker Paul Frankel is joined by new monthly co-host Donna Wolfe, Sculpterra’s Art Coordinator. Together, they celebrate the end of the 2025 harvest, talk about the connection between art and wine, and unveil two vintages of Bentley Ironworks Cabernet Sauvignon — just in time for...

The Paso Robles harvest season continues! 🍇 In this episode of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, winemaker Paul Frankel is joined again by co-host Darren Brown for an in-depth conversation all about Primitivo — its harvest, history, and how it connects to Zinfandel. From fermentation science and yeast kinetics to Paso Robles vineyard terroir, Paul and Darren “nerd out” on everything that makes...

The Frankel siblings are back together at Sculpterra Winery! 🍷 In this heartfelt episode of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul Frankel is joined by his sister and co-host Dr. Faith Frankel for an intimate family-style conversation about food, wine, culture, and growing up on the vineyard. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Episode Highlights: Paul and Faith share childhood memories and how Greek & Jewish her...

Harvest season continues in Paso Robles! In this episode of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul Frankel is joined by co-host and longtime Sculpterra friend Bruce Wallworth — wine lover, researcher, and storyteller — for a deep-dive into harvest chaos, winery tales, and wine philosophy.🍇 Harvest Highlights:BRIX goals, rain panic & miracle timingMourvèdre, Petite Sirah & Port decision...

It’s harvest season in Paso Robles! In this episode of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul Frankel is joined by two incredible guests — Nesenia Luna, dance instructor and performer with Ballet Folklórico Flor de Luna, and Pepe Fonseca, owner of La Parrilla Mexican Grill — for a lively conversation celebrating culture, community, and the upcoming 2025 Harvest Fiesta at Sculpterra Winery.🍷 Ev...

Welcome back to Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra! 🍷In Episode 2, Paul Frankel is joined by his new recurring co-host Darren Brown, Sculpterra’s Assistant Tasting Room Manager and Wine Educator. Together, Paul and Darren dive into what’s happening with harvest, share stories from the vineyard, and taste through a special selection of library wines.✨ What’s inside this episode:Harvest updates,...

Welcome to the very first episode of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra! Host Paul Frankel kicks things off with special guest Miguel Nunez, the creator of Paso Robles Podcast and a champion of local storytelling. Paul opens up about why he started this show—to share his 17 years of winemaking experience, connect with Sculpterra Wine Club members, and make wine approachable and fun. Together, Pau...