In Episode #30 of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul Frankel is joined by Rich Tanguay and Bill Saylor for a fun and informative episode covering wine closures, vineyard updates, and a first-ever hot dog pairing on the show.

The episode begins with a tasting of 2023 Sculpterra Figurine, paired with specialty hot dogs from Yabba Dabba Dogs, including a unique mac and cheese creation. Paul shares vineyard updates, including recent rainfall totals, early vine growth, fertilizing strategies, and current work being done by the vineyard crew.

Rich brings decades of wine industry experience and dives into the world of corks and closures, explaining TCA (cork taint), natural vs. synthetic options, and how modern technology is improving consistency and quality in wine packaging.

Bill shares the story behind Yabba Dabba Dogs, from bartering jet skis for a hot dog cart to building a full catering business across Paso Robles and the Central Coast.

In the Nerd Out on Wine segment, the group continues the deep dive into corks, exploring their history, sustainability, and how they became the standard for sealing wine bottles.

The episode wraps with a tasting of a bold second wine, highlighting the structure and depth of Sculpterra’s Cabernet program.

🍷 Wines Tasted

2023 Sculpterra Figurine

2023 Sculpterra Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve

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