On Communication: What happens when we confuse what happened with what we think it means

Four Ponds Estate Winery — A New Legacy Rooted in Family What if the place you are searching for all your life suddenly feels familiar the very first time you stand on its soil? In this episode of Wine Soundtrack USA, host Allison Levine meets Steve…

Sitting in a seminar on Franciacorta, May Matta-Aliah, DWS, Educational Brand Ambassador, asked the room, “Who knows Franciacorta?” Everyone raised their hands.

On Communication: Why admitting we were wrong can be harder than being wrong in the first place

Lava Cap — Where Family, Fire & Wine MeetWhat if the secret to a great California wine was buried deep beneath the vineyard?In this episode of Wine Soundtrack USA, host Allison Levine takes us to the heart of California’s Sierra Foothills and into…

I still remember one of my first wine dinners.

After 15 years of blogging about wine, I’m trying something new.

WINE SOUNDTRACK USA Tablas Creek — The Rhône Spirit in CaliforniaWhat happens when two legendary wine families in France decide that the soul of the Rhône might have found a second home in California?That question is at the heart of Tablas Creek…

WINE SOUNDTRACK USAAbsolution Cellars — Where Wine Becomes a Portrait of PlaceWhat happens when you leave behind a successful career, move across the country with no real plan, and discover that one barrel of wine could change everything?For Dirk…

The magic of wine is seductive: rolling vineyards, your name on a label, and the intoxicating idea of calling yourself a vintner. And once the wine bug bite ...

What does it take to build a winery that honors both the land and the people who cultivate it?In this episode, we meet Andy Neja, founder and winemaker of Cairjn Wine Cellars, one of Paso Robles' most exciting boutique wineries. Named after the word…

What makes a vineyard truly exceptional?Is it the soil, the climate, the people—or the philosophy behind every bottle?In this episode, we take you to the breathtaking hills of Alta Colina Vineyard & Winery, one of Paso Robles' most acclaimed Rhône…

As much as I love introducing my friends to new wines, I also love when they, especially those who are not in the wine industry, return the favor. A friend of mine, who is a big fan of rosé, insist…

For more than 50 years, The Habit Burger & Grill has been known for one thing: fresh, made-to-order chargrilled burgers. While those burgers remain at the heart of the brand, Habit has steadil…

What does it take to leave everything behind and follow a dream?In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Nancy Ulloa, founder, winemaker, owner, and unapologetic Boss Lady behind Ulloa Cellars, one of Paso Robles' most exciting boutique…

With so many wine brands in the world, there are always new ones to discover. I had never heard of Right Turn Wine Co. until my friend Mike selected one of their Pinot Noirs for us to review on Win…

As someone who grew up in a Dodgers family, any excuse to combine baseball, good food, and giving back is one I can get behind. Grab a Burger, Support Children’s Hospital Los Angeles: Habit B…

What happens when a television producer leaves Hollywood to create one of California's most inspiring wineries?In this episode, we discover the remarkable story behind Vinyl Vineyards, where exceptional wines, timeless music, and meaningful moments…

A classic Fourth of July celebration means hamburgers on the grill. And while there are plenty of red wines that pair beautifully with a burger, I reached for something a little more special, a lim…

I can’t believe another year has passed, but I’m ready to turn the page. 2025 was a challenging year on many levels. With continued shifts in the wine industry, I felt it in my work: events slowed,…