We travel to 8533 Dry Creek Road in Geyserville, CA—the heart of Dry Creek Valley—to meet Debra Mathy, proprietor of Dutcher Crossing Winery.

Show Producer, Rusty Cellers leads the charge with 10 questions—multiple choice, true or false, and a few completely ridiculous options only Rusty could dream up.

We bring you the full, uncut story of Paul Cullen — former Bad Company bassist turned private chef, winemaker, and travel host.

Rock star Paul Cullen returns for the grand finale of our most entertaining series yet. He reveals his upcoming cookbook Party Like a Rock Star, the inspiration behind his stunning watercolor wine labels, and a new promo code for listeners

Rock star Paul Cullen shares how his passion for food, wine, and music led to his very own line of Italian wines — from the playful Roadie Prosecco to his signature Rock & Rosé.

From the stage to the supper table — and now to the high seas. Former Bad Company bassist Paul Cullen has turned his love of food, wine, and music into luxury travel experiences that span the globe.

Paul Cullen — former bassist of the legendary rock band Bad Company — to explore his incredible evolution from the world of stadium tours to the serenity of wine. Paul reflects on his life on the road, the unforgettable night performing for 16,000 fans in his hometown of Buffalo, and how music and wine intertwined to shape his new creative path.

Former Bad Company bassist Paul Cullen shares how his love for music and food inspired Paul Kares, a nonprofit helping young people pursue careers in the culinary and musical arts.

Former Bad Company bassist Paul Cullen trades arenas for aprons, rolling into homes across America with his guitar, chef’s knife, and signature wines. He and his partner Nina create multi-course meals, pour Lambrusco straight from their van, and cap the evening with a private concert by the fire.

Bassist–turned–winemaker Paul Cullen proves that great taste doesn’t stop at the stage. In this segment, Paul shares how he curates his wine label by partnering with top producers — including his latest Rockin’ Rosso Nebbiolo and the standout Roero Arneis from his Talafiero Cullen Art Series.

In this special trivia edition of The Best 5 Minute Wine Podcast, Rusty Cellars takes the mic to host a fast-paced, fun-filled quiz based on our interview with Erica from A Story About Pizza. From hot peppers to heartfelt family moments, test your memory with multiple choice and true/false questions all about pizza, wine, and legacy. Did you pay attention? Grab your glass and play along!

Paul Cullen’s story isn’t your typical path into the wine business. It starts with a single voicemail, leads to a surprise phone call from Italy, and unfolds into a career importing and selling world-class Italian wines.

Rusty and Sour Grapes return for a frightfully fun Hallowine episode, mixing laughs with a splash of safety. From haunted vineyards to candy mishaps, the duo serves up spooky sips and practical Halloween tips.

From vineyards to runways, from backstage to backroads — The Best 5 Minute Podcast Network delivers big stories in small sips. We blend the worlds of wine, travel, and music into fast, flavorful episodes that fit your busy life.

Melanie of Cana Vineyards & Winery takes us behind the scenes of a small, hands-on cellar where she runs winemaking, vineyard work, Cana’s 2022 Virginia Governor’s Cup win — the first modern-era woman to take the top prize.

Before he was pouring Barolo and plating risotto, Paul Cullen was shaking stadiums as a bass player. In this episode, we dive into Paul’s wild ride—from star athlete to rock star to sommelier and private chef. You'll hear how a voicemail, a bassline, and a bet on himself turned into one of the most flavorful second acts in music history!

From her grandfather’s dream of leaving the coal mines of Pennsylvania to opening a family-run pizza shop, Erica shares stories that rise with heart, humor, and a dash of mozzarella. Hear how she helped her father revive the business through social media, turned those memories into an Amazon bestseller, and kept the spirit of Italian family dinners alive — complete with laughter, loyalty, and Lambrusco.

Step into a haunted vineyard w/ Rusty Cellars & Sour Grapes in this chilling Hallowine special. Sip through shadows, laugh at ghosts, and pick up spooky party tips—from Zinfandel with “bloody” meatballs to Cabernet and roasted pumpkin seeds.

From her grandfather’s dream of opening a family pizzeria to creating a best-selling children’s book, Erica shares how passion, hard work, and a love of Italian culture shaped her story.

In this flavorful episode Forrest chats with Erica, the bestselling author of A Story About Pizza and My Big Loud Italian Christmas.