159: Ciderville Tales | Monterey Bay, CA

The opening song to this week’s chat was written by Robbie Robertson of The Band. In this episode, my cousin Jay brings us in with a snippet of this beautiful song. Thanks Jay!

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The farmers of Monterey Bay California have been growing apples since the state constitution was first ratified in1849. The primary apple of the region is Newtown Pippin due partly to the demand for this apple by Martinelli’s, a 4th generation family run cider and apple juice producer.

John Martinelli selfie
John Martinelli and Ria

If you speak to any orchardist in the area, there is a undeniable agreement that if not for Martinelli’s there would likely be no orchards in the area today.

SCCC Apple Barn

This episode takes the listener along on my travels to the region to meet makers and plan for an up coming Totally Cider Tour” Monterey Bay. If you would like to get on the list for this tour now – do send an email to ria@ciderchat.com.

Makers at the Cider Dinner hosted by Santa Cruz Cider Company

159 Monterey Maker

After the meet up on the next day, I met with John Martinelli of S. Martinelli’s Cider Co. in Watsonville

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