Pour Temecula: A Local Wine, Beer, and Beverage Podcast is your go-to source for all things craft and culture in Temecula’s thriving beverage scene. Hosted by Rick DeLucio and Shannon Cole, the podcast takes listeners on a journey through the region’s wineries, breweries, and distilleries, featuring in-depth conversations with passionate winemakers, brewers, sommeliers, and industry insiders. Whether exploring the stories behind local vineyards, uncovering the artistry of craft beer, or diving into the nuances of hospitality, Pour Temecula brings engaging storytelling and expert insights to every episode. More than just a podcast, Pour Temecula is an interactive space where listeners can be part of the conversation. Through interviews, blind tastings, and audience-driven topics, Rick and Shannon invite wine and beer lovers to share their perspectives, ask questions, and deepen their appreciation for Temecula’s evolving beverage landscape. Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or simply love discovering new flavors, Pour Temecula offers an authentic and entertaining look into the region’s best pours.
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Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
In this episode of Pour Temecula: A Local Wine, Beer, and Beverage Podcast, your hosts Rick DeLucio and Shannon Cole are shining a light on the heart of what makes Temecula’s tasting rooms, restaurants, and gathering spaces so memorable: hospitality. Inspired by the recent Xenia Hospitality Awards, we’re celebrating the people who don’t just serve—they connect, care, and create moments that bring guests back again and again.
You’ll hear from a few of this year’s Xenia winners and nominees, including Walter Carter and Heather Rankin from Danza del Sol, Chef Chris Gimeno, Bobby Castro, and Regan Schneider of Corbeaux Wine & Tea House, and Nate Rivera of Goat and Vine, Two Travelers, and Little Goat. Also joining us is Vito LaFata, founder of LaFata Cellars. Each shares their philosophy on hospitality, meaningful guest interactions, and how they approach creating experiences that feel personal, warm, and unforgettable.
Whether you’re in the industry or simply someone who appreciates a well-poured glass and a genuine smile, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and heart. So pour yourself something good, and join us as we explore the soul of service—Temecula style.
We’d love to hear from you! Whether it’s your favorite winery, a memorable story, a question, or let us know what topics you’d like us to cover — leave us a voice message on Speakpipe, and you might hear yourself on a future episode! Contact us on Instagram (@pourtemecula) or send us a message (info@pourtemecula.com)—we're always excited to connect with fellow wine, beer, and beverage lovers!
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