Did you listen to last week’s episode about Come Over October? If not, check it out! As part of the “Come Over October” Movement, my friends and I got together on Saturday night to Eat, Drink and Be Merry. (Also a quote from one of my favorite Dave Matthews Songs).

I thought it'd be fun to share a peek into our gathering where we had 2 winemakers (I’m one!), multiple wine hospitality and marketing professionals, entrepreneurs and wine lovers gathering for a birthday celebration. If you’ve ever wondered what “wine people” drink, eat and talk about… this is your behind the scenes invite!

Join us in the kitchen to hear:

• Hosts Dana and Tac share a 30 year recipe tradition
• Max's opinion on why our Sollevato Sangiovese is a Classic Thanksgiving wine
• Friends Sally and Max soft launching their new brand “Stereograph” to their inner circle
• The group’s verdict on a PUMPKIN SPICE CHARDONNAY (yes, you read that right…)

Links and Discount Codes:

Allison's Laurent Pierre Champagne that she paired with spicy marinated shrimp

Ashes and Diamonds Cabernet Franc- also a fun spot to visit in Napa

Pride Mountain Vineyards Merlot- Jay, Dana, Allison and I all work here and Sally was the winemaker there for 15 years!

Stereograph Wines- Launching 2025

Benevolent Neglect Vermentino- fun new tasting room in downtown Napa

Sylvie unique and small lot Cabernet Sauvignon

Dana's Spicy Fennel Slaw recipe

Visit the Come Over October Website to learn how you can get involved and find entertaining tips and ideas! And don't forget to use #comeoveroctober to tag your pictures, and videos!

If you need a unique and delicious wine for Thanksgiving try my Sollevato Wines...(yes I'm biased, I make it)! Use code PODLISTENER for 10% off your order. I can ship to most states in the US!

You NEED some Olives and Olive Oil from our awesome sponsor American Olive Farmer. Use code SipWithNikki for $10 off your order!

If you'd like to Support the Podcast, you can buy me a glass of wine and get a shoutout on a future episode.

Please leave a RATING or a REVIEW (on your podcast listening platform), or thumbs up and subscribe (on YouTube!)

Questions? Comments? Guest requests? nikki@sipwithnikki.com

In a Sip with Nikki first, I have 2 ENCORE guests with me: Karen MacNeil (Season 1 Ep 24) and Dr Hoby Wedler (Season 1 Ep 13). The three of us came together to talk about an exciting new initiative that Karen started and that Hoby and I are big supporters of. We gathered in Karen’s office St. Helena and shared a very special bottle of wine from an epic year. This lively and heartfelt conversation touched on so many topics like:

• What is “Come Over October” and why you need to be a part of it!
• Karen’s CAREER HIGHLIGHT moment and why wine is bipartisan
• How understanding texture can help you buy wine
• The Naked Cowboy in Time Square and his connection to all of this (Check out the Video on Karen's Instagram)

Visit the Come Over October Website to learn how you can get involved and find entertaining tips and ideas! And don't forget to use #comeoveroctober to tag your pictures, and videos!

Check out and Follow Hoby’s Instagram to see his inspiring videos!

Shout out to Ray Ray’s Tacos, a new spot on Main Street in St. Helena. We had an awesome lunch there after our recording session. Try the QUESO!

If you need a unique and delicious wine to share with your Come Over October friends, try my Sollevato Wines...yes I'm biased, I make it! Use code PODLISTENER for 10% off your order. I can ship to most states in the US!

Olives and Olive oil from our awesome sponsor American Olive Farmer. Use code SipWithNikki for $10 off your order!

If you'd like to Support the Podcast, you can buy me a glass of wine and get a shoutout on a future episode.

Please leave a RATING or a REVIEW (on your podcast listening platform), or thumbs up and subscribe (on YouTube!)

Questions? Comments? Guest requests? nikki@sipwithnikki.com

Many of us that live in wine country are big fans of Grenache both as a red wine and a rosé... But maybe you don't know much about it and if you're not drinking it you're missing out! Listen in to hear:

• What kind of wines are made from the Grenache grape
• Why it's such a popular option with the foodies and the cool wine kids
• A few of my favorites across different price points

Our Sip Spotlights:

Click on the links to find and ship them to your home!

T-Vine Grenache from Napa Valley

Terrarium Rosé of Grenache from El Dorado

Tres Picos Garnacha from Spain (Great Value!!)

Ramazzotti Wines in Sonoma County- Often sold out but if you are visiting their tasting room in Geyserville, CA you might be able to try and purchase!

Here are a few of my OTHER favorite things and DISCOUNTS for you!

Olives and Olive oil from our awesome sponsor American Olive Farmer. Use code SipWithNikki for $10 off your order!

Sollevato Wines...yes I'm biased, I make it! Use code PODLISTENER for 10% off your order.

If you'd like to Support the Podcast, you can buy me a glass of wine and get a shoutout on a future episode.

Please leave a RATING or a REVIEW (on your podcast listening platform), or thumbs up and subscribe (on YouTube!)

Questions? Comments? Guest requests? nikki@sipwithnikki.com