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A GROWING PASSION: From Vine To Wine

Host Nan Sterman visits a vineyard for the grape harvest.
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Host Nan Sterman visits a vineyard for the grape harvest.

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 8:30 p.m. on KPBS TV + Encore Sunday, May 17 at 11 a.m. on KPBS TV

San Diego's vineyard and winery industry has a centuries-long tradition of growing grapes and making wine. On this episode, explore the current state of vineyards and wineries, from the county's largest operation to backyard growers and winemakers. Visit the next generation of wine makers and see how they are reinventing the process.

San Diego's vineyard and winery industry has a centuries-long tradition of growing grapes and making wine. Explore the current state of vineyards and wineries, from the county's largest operation to backyard growers and winemakers. Visit the next generation of wine makers and see how they are reinventing the process.

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Ira Gourvitz and host Nan Sterman, Fallbrook Winery. Rebecca "Pepper" Wood and Ira Gourvitz purchased the winery in the mid 1990s and replanted the vineyards.
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Ira Gourvitz and host Nan Sterman, Fallbrook Winery. Rebecca "Pepper" Wood and Ira Gourvitz purchased the winery in the mid 1990s and replanted the vineyards.

About The Series: A GROWING PASSION is a lifestyle program that explores San Diego County’s agriculture and horticulture activities as an expression of this growing earth-friendly movement. From backyard food production to major horticultural growers, from low water landscapes to sustainable practices around the home and in the garden, we tell stories about the natural and man-made landscapes that shape the social, cultural, environmental and economic interests of our community. We celebrate how San Diego grows. The series is hosted by Nan Sterman.

Grapes on the vine.
Courtesy of AGP Productions, LLC
Grapes on the vine.

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