Dustin Valette: Wine, Food & 100-Point Cabernet from Healdsburg

Chef-vintner Dustin Valette joins Vine, Wine & Dine alongside Valette Wines GM Mark Malpiede for an in-depth conversation about his journey from Sonoma native to acclaimed restaurateur and winemaker. The show features tastings of Valette’s 2023 Sauvignon Blanc, 2021 Pinot Noir, and 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon, paired with signature dishes from The Matheson. Special guests Jesse Katz, Bob Cabral, and Evelyn Mitchel share insights into winemaking collaborations and craftsmanship. The episode wraps with a surprise “Last Call” guest and a look ahead at upcoming events at Valette Wines, The Matheson, and across Sonoma County.

Tony Lombardi from Lombardi Wines

Our Vintner Guest is Tony Lombardi, Founder of Lombardi Wines.

WINES POURED DURING THE SHOW:

• 2022 Lombardi Russian River Valley Chardonnay 
• 2021 Lombardi Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 
• 2022 Lombardi Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir, Petaluma Gap

Jeff Mangahas from Williams Selyem

Our Vintner Guest is Jeff Mangahas, VP, Director of Winemaking for Williams Selyem.

WINES POURED DURING THE SHOW:

• 2023 WS Estate Chardonnay
• 2023 WS Estate Chardonnay
• 2023 Drake Estate Pinot Noir
• 2023 Saitone Zinfandel

Journeyman Wines + Journeyman Meat Co.

Our Vintner Guest is Pete Seghesio, Managing Director-Founder, Journeyman Wines + Journeyman Meat Co.

WINES POURED DURING THE SHOW:

• 2023 Russian River Valley Journeyman Chardonnay 
• 2023 Russian River Pinot Noir
• 2023 Rock Garden (Zin, Cab Blend) 

Papapietro Perry Winery & WIN Expo

Our Vintner Guest is Ben Papapietro and David Low of Papapietro Perry Winery.

WINES POURED DURING THE SHOW:

• 2023 Papapietro Perry Peters Vineyard Chardonnay, Russian River Valley 
• 2022 Papapietro Perry Peters Vineyard Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley
• 2022 Papapietro Perry Pommard Clones, Russian River Valley

In our "Last Call" segment, we’ll speak with George Christie, Founder & CEO of Wine Industry Network and Partner of Saini Vineyards.