
Wine lovers, this one’s for you! 🍷 In this episode of The Best of Raleigh, Gretchen Coley sits down with Jenny Farmer and Paula Kornell—two women who have turned their love for wine into something unforgettable. Jenny, a Raleigh local, and her husband Mike launched ZFG Wines, a bold but approachable Napa Valley Cabernet brand that blends passion with polish. Meanwhile, Paula, a fourth-generation winemaker, brings decades of expertise and sparkle through her celebrated Paula Kornell Bubbles label. From sharing their first sips in Napa, to building brands that now pour into Raleigh’s top restaurants and wine shops, Jenny and Paula open up about the behind-the-scenes reality of the wine business—licensing, logistics, and the joy of creating something that brings people together. You’ll also learn how their wines are supporting local causes like the Triangle Wine & Food Experience and Frankie Lemmon School, showing that doing good can taste amazing, too. Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast or just love a good glass of bubbles with popcorn (yes, really!), this episode is packed with personality, inspiration, and a little rosé-fueled girl power. Watch now on YouTube or listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts—and discover how two fearless women are bottling the best of Napa and sharing it with Raleigh.