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Ep 188Episode 188: The Indiana Jones of Wine
EWe are joined by the main character in our next SOMM Film: "Cup of Salvation". His name is Vahe Keushgeurian and because of what he pulls off in this film, he has been called "The Indiana Jones of Wine". This is his story before or even after you see the film. For screening dates and tickets for Cup of Salvation, go to sommfilms.com

Ep 187Episode 187: The Wines of Georgia
EThe history of Georgian wines go back thousands of years of uninterrupted winemaking. On today's podcast we speak to a french winemaker who has ventured into this ancient land to make traditional wines in one of the oldest countries with planted vineyards. Don't forget our new SOMM film: Cup of Salvation" is now playing in theaters - go to sommfilms.com to buy tickets and experience the wines of this new incredible film.

Ep 186Episode 186: The Next Great Wine Region is the Oldest
EToday we dive into the next and maybe most important wine region to emerge in hundreds of years, but the twist is it is also the oldest. To celebrate the next SOMM Film releasing in theaters, director Jason Wise talks with international wine professional Anush Gharibyan O'Connor about the ancient wines of Armenia and the explosion of their wines in America. If you want to get the wines featured in our next film, go to www.storicawines.com before they sell out. to buy tickets to see the new film on the big screen, go to www.sommfilms.com

Ep 185Episode 185: Wine News Roulette
EA river of wine in the streets, millions of dollars to dispose of Bordeaux, Miller High Life destroyed for being “the Champagne of beers”. We are rounding up all the insane wine news in today’s podcast. Director Jason Wise also talks about why the next SOMM Film, “Cup of Salvation” took so damn long to finally release. Make sure to go to www.sommfilms.com to get your tickets to see the next SOMM Film on the big screen beginning in LA October 6th, 2023!

Ep 184Episode 184: Bourgogne’s Future Part 2
EWe talk with Laurène Drouhin Boss 5th generation member of the Drouhin Bourgogne wine family about growing up in wine and the future of her famous region. We also talk about our upcoming SOMM Film: Cup of Salvation. To get tickets for the first screenings go to www.sommfilms.com

Ep 183Episode 183: German Wine Laws
EToday we dive into the complex and humorous world of German Wine Laws. If you have ever studied for a wine exam or picked up a bottle of German wine, you have been touched by one of the most complex sets of rules in the beverage world. For more on all things Germany make sure to subscribe to sommtv.com for hours of content about this fascinating, beautiful region.

Ep 182Episode 182: German Wine 101
EToday we talk about one of our favorite wine countries: Germany. It is a lot more than just off dry Riesling and beer. We look at this incredible place and talk the history, the wine, and why it is one of the best values in wine today. Want to learn more about Germany? sommtv.com has hours of content you can find no where else about the food, wine, and culture of Germany.

Ep 181Episode 181: Are Wine Certifications Needed?
EToday we discuss the journey of two very accomplished women through their studies with the Court of Master Sommeliers and more. Some big issues like the scandals that have plagued these organizations and some questions like do we even need wine certifications anymore are talked about. You can also watch this episode on sommtv.com.

Ep 180Episode 180: Bourgogne, Next Generation Part 1
EBourgogne has set the mark for the best expression of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay for a thousand years, but the future is on the minds of the next generation. Today we talk to the next generation making wine at Domaine Merlin in the Maconnais about working with family, growing up in wine, and climate change. Make sure to sign up for SOMM TV at sommtv.com for our new documentary "Inheriting the Future".

Ep 179Episode 179: The World According to Rajat Parr
ERenowned winemaker Rajat Parr joins the podcast to talk about his career, sommeliers, and how winemaking takes place on a farm. Make sure to subscribe to SOMMTV.COM to watch our new documentary on the next generation of Bourgogne winemaking and watch this episode plus hundreds of hours of the best food and wine movies and shows anywhere else.

Ep 178Episode 178: In Gamay We Trust
ETwo winemakers join the podcast today to talk about the sneaky next big grape for wine: Gamay. Famous in Beaujolais, this grape has been marginalized for centuries by Pinot Noir, but it is now standing in the sun. Join Meghan Zobeck of M Zobeck Wines and John Adams of Wildsound Wine as we talk through the history and present of Gamay and litigate if its worthy of all they hype.

Ep 177Episode 177: Generation Willamette
EOn today's episode we talk to Tahmiene Momtazi from Maysara winery about the hilarious process of working with her family in the business of winemaking in Oregon's Willamette Valley. Tahmiene makes some of the best pinot Noir in the United States and her story of how she became a winemaker is a must listen. Maysara winery will also be featured in our upcoming film "Cup of Salvation" later this year so grab their wines now. You can watch this episode on SOMMTV.COM right now and hundreds of other episodes of award winning shows.

Ep 176Episode 176: Aspen Food and Wine Classic 2023
ESOMM TV is at the Aspen Food and Wine Classic and this year we are holding a blind tasting competition with the most difficult wine: bubbles. We are seeking out the best of the best to attempt to blind taste sparkling wines, but what really goes into knowing how to do that? On today's pod we catch up on Aspen and talk the impossible blind tasting tournament coming soon to SOMM TV.

Ep 175Episode 175: More Than a Win
EOur SOMM TV original film "The Whole Animal" beat some of the biggest competition at the James Beard Awards last week, but it means a lot more than that. The SOMM TV team discusses the award and what it could mean for food. We also preview our upcoming competition show at Aspen food and wine classic, and Cup of Salvation. Last chance to get SOMM TV for 50% off by using code 50OFF at www.sommtv.com

Ep 174Episode 174: I Dream of Pinot
EOn today's podcast we talk about Pinot Noir and about an extraordinary Sonoma vineyard that was built on a dream. Diane Carpenter of Ross Knoll Vineyard and Kelly Cornett of "A Cork in the Road" join Jason Wise to talk about this finicky, wonderful grape and discuss some of the great places it grows best. You can get the wines talked about in this podcast at https://www.dianecarpenter.org/wines.

Ep 173Episode 173: Speaking Rosé
ERosé is on every shelf, it floods our glasses all year and there seems to be no end to the amount that is made, but is there still any artistry to this wine? On today's podcast, famed winemaker Steve Matthiasson discusses the story of our obsession with pink wine and how where it fits into the world of fine wine and even finds the parallels with the beer market. You can experience the spirit of the family-owned, organic Matthiasson Winery for yourself with their exclusive wine pack, available through SOMM TV. As a special bonus, Matthiasson are also offering free shipping for new customers: https://bit.ly/3Ljgq3C

Ep 172Episode 172: Chablis
EWe need to talk about Chardonnay, a grape that makes some of the greatest wines on earth, but also might be the most over exposed. When we talk Chablis we talk about the best and most pure of what Chardonnay is and we are due to discuss this high acid wine. Today's pod sees legendary winemaker Christian Moreau join Jason Wise and Claire Coppi to talk about how the United States has messed up this grape and also go deep on one of the best white wines on the dinner table. For 50% off SOMMTV go to SOMMTV.COM and enter 50OFF for a very limited time!

Ep 171Episode 171: Broken Noses & Wine Cellars
ENicolas Deslauriers is a wine collector, loves to find new wines and travel to drink them where they were made. Nicolas Deslauriers is also one of the most known enforcers in Hockey and gets paid to fight on the ice, this has led to some issues with his smelling and tasting wine. On today's podcast Jason Wise, Claire Coppi and Nicolas Deslauriers discuss the violent profession of collecting wine.

Ep 170Episode 170: Sabato Sagaria & a Historic Restaurant
EMaster Sommelier and SOMM Film alumni Sabato Sagaria has quickly become one of America's most successful restauranteurs. He has set his talents on reopening the storied 1/5th restaurant in New York City and on today's podcast we break down the challenges, excitement, and weight of history on his job.

Ep 169Episode 169: The Whole Animal is Nominated for a James Beard Award
ESOMM TV is nominated for a James Beard award for a second straight year, this time for our original film "The Whole Animal". We talk about what that award means and James Beard's legacy in the culinary world, then Jason Wise speaks with Alex Monsour who composed the orchestral score for the Whole Animal to talk about how the music came together and how important music is in films. You can watch "The Whole Animal" right now on SOMMTV.COM and if you are not a subscriber use the code 50OFF for half off an entire year of the streaming service while this offer lasts.

Ep 168Episode 168: Cam Ward Makes Wine
EStanley Cup winning Hockey player Cam Ward and his partner Jason Earnest join the podcast today to talk about "Vineyard 36" in Napa Valley which has become a staple amongst NHL players celebrating victory. There is a very special offer to get a year of SOMM TV for only 25$! go to SOMMTV.COM and use code: NHLWINE to get SOMM TV on all your devices for only 25$, but don't wait, these will disappear fast.

Ep 167Episode 167: The World According to Malbec
EMalbec is the luckiest grape in the world. It has been loved, forgotten, disregarded, and brought back to life like a phoenix. The story of Malbec is crazier than any writer could make up and has to come to define countries yet still has lots to discover. Lets discuss the tale of the rise and fall and rise again of this once Bordeaux wine. Make sure to subscribe to sommtv.com to watch dozens of episodes on this grape and so many more.

Ep 166Episode 166: Dustin Wilson
ESince the first SOMM Film released, cast member Dustin Wilson has become one of the most influential restauranteurs, created one of NYC’s most important wine shops, and inspired many to follow a path into wine. On today’s podcast Dustin and Jason Wise unpack a decade of feelings about the wine business, the court of master sommeliers, and how to not lose your happiness in this profession. Make sure to subscribe to sommtv.com to watch this episode filmed live on location in Tribeca, NYC.

Ep 165Episode 165: Jason Priestley Makes Wine
EOn today’s episode we speak to Canadian actor Jason Priestley who with his partner Terry David Mulligan make wine in Canada’s Okanagan Valley. We talk wine in Canada, 90210, and what Jason & the cast of “Tombstone” actually drank on set. You can watch this episode on sommtv.com along with over a thousand exclusive shows and and movies about wine and food.

Ep 164Episode 164: Absinthe
EAbsinthe, the mysterious green drink has been the stuff of legend and controversy since its invention. Today Jason Wise and bartender Amanda Sasser break down the fact, fiction, history, and best bottles of this iconic drink. Subscribe to sommtv.com to watch this episode and hundreds more right now.

Ep 163Episode 163: Wine & Bank Failure
EAfter a tip from a leading venture Capitalist, Silicon Valley Bank found itself almost a billion dollars overdrawn. Over the next two days the American wine world found itself more financially exposed than they had imagined was possible. On today's podcast Jason Wise speaks with Sarah Puil who found her company with the terrifying prospect of losing all of their money. Lets talk about how this banking failure affects the wine industry. Don't forget to subscribe to sommtv.com for the best content in the food and wine world.

Ep 162Episode 162: Winery Dogs
EOn today's podcast we talk about the best thing about wineries besides the wine, dogs. Winery dogs never get the spotlight, but today is the day. we count down our favorite dogs we have filmed with since the first SOMM Film and all of our episodes on SOMM TV. You can watch this episode streaming on sommtv.com and don't forget to subscribe for the best content in wine and food.

Ep 161Episode 161: Riesling & Tennis Balls
ERiesling, a grape and a wine that somehow still has a huge story to tell. Today we talk history, love, misunderstanding, and a lot of very funny ways people describe this wine. Join Jason Wise and Sommelier Claire Coppi as we travel from the first SOMM film to Germany, Alsace, Australia and more to find the best riesling in the world. Make sure to subscribe to sommtv.com for the best in wine and food.

Ep 160Episode 160: The Insane Brilliance of Robert Mondavi
EThe story of Robert Mondavi, a genius who did more to create Napa than anyone else and flew so close to the sun he almost owned it. Join Jason Wise and writers Ray Isle and Kelli White as well as Robert himself to tell one of the great tales in life and wine. Don't forget all new subscribers and members who gift somtv.com will receive a large signed original SOMM poster until they run out, so act fast.

Ep 159Episode 159: American Presidents, Wine, Booze, and Forgery
EToday we tell the tale of American Wine and booze through the eyes of those who became president. The story of how wine and alcohol influenced and was influenced by politics stretches back to the founding of Jamestown in what is now Virginia and continues to this day. Which presidents knew the most about wine? Who drank the most? What wine was behind helping to end the Cold War? Do any of Thomas Jefferson's famous bottles still survive today? All of this and more will be told in today's new podcast just in time for President's Day. Guests include winemakers and staff at Château d'Yquem, Schramsberg Vineyards, Stone Tower Winery, and SOMM TV. Make sure to sign up for sommtv.com to see dozens of historical episodes and venture into the cellars we talk about on this podcast.

Ep 158Episode 158: "The Menu" & the Modern Food Film
E"The Menu" is the most important food film in a decade and it's time to talk about it. Jason wise and Jonah Beer break down the movie and talk about what should really scare you. For hundreds of hours of the best food and wine content, make sure to subscribe to SOMMTV.COM and watch on any streaming device worldwide.

Ep 157Episode 157: Aphrodisiacs in Food and Wine
EJust in time for Valentine's day, the SOMM TV staff digs into the food and beverage rumored to get you in the mood for love... What could go wrong? Jason Wise and Claire Coppi also share their top picks for valentine's day wine. you can watch this episode right now on SOMMTV.COM if you subscribe.

Ep 156Episode 156: The Oldest Vine
EJason Wise of SOMM TV and Jacy Topps of Wine Enthusiast tell the story of a 270 year old vine in a very unlikely place that has the amazing distinction of being the oldest vine still making wine. Make sure to sign up for SOMMTV.com to watch the documentary "The Oldest Vine" on all streaming devices.

Ep 155Episode 155: Dry Wines
Ein honor of "Dry January" coming to a close, The SOMM TV team breaks down the many misconceptions surrounding the term “Dry Wine” in today’s podcast. What makes a wine dry and what does that actually mean to the average drinker? make sure to subscribe to sommtv.com for hundreds of hours of original shows and educational content about food and wine.

Ep 154Episode 154: The World's Most Extreme Vineyards
EGet ready to count down the most extreme vineyards in the world. On today's podcast we take you to the craziest locations people are growing grapes for wine. Make sure to subscribe to sommtv.com to watch the video version of this episode.

Ep 153Episode 153: The Oral History of "The Hangover"
EToday we tell an oral history of “the hangover”. Join Jason Wise and Claire Coppi as we tell our personal stories, look at the history of people dealing with the aftermath of imbibing too much, and bring in a medical professional to explain what is happening to our bodies when we are hung over. you can watch the video version of this episode streaming on SOMMTV.COM right now, if you are a subscriber along with hundreds of original shows and movies for subscribers.

Ep 152Episode 152: The SOMM TV Top Wines of 2022
EThrough a year of filming, podcasting, and traveling, the SOMM TV team has narrowed down their top wines of 2022. Some familiar and some not so familiar bottles made our list of the best and most interesting. Join Jason Wise, Claire Coppi, and podcast producer John Adams as they pick their favorites.

Ep 151Episode 151: A Deep Dive on Portugal
ELets take a deep dive into one of the great wine destinations, Portugal. Jason Wise and Elaine Chukan Brown talk about the regions, grapes, and wines across this incredible country. Make sure to subscribe to sommtv.com to watch the new documentary on Portugal.

Ep 150Episode 150: Top Sparkling Wines for the Holidays
EEveryone needs more bubbles, especially now. Jason Wise and Claire Coppi each pick four sparkling wines you want to try for the holidays including one under 20$, a major bargain under 35$, a celebration wine, and their wish list wine. Make sure to sign up or gift SOMMTV.COM to the wine and food lover in your life this holiday. you can also watch this episode with video on SOMM TV

Ep 149Episode 149: Wine of the Holy Land
EOn this episode, the History and current status of wines of two very historic and religious centers are discussed in depth. Armenia, the first Christian nation and the site of the first winery, and Israel the crossroad and center of most western faith have been making wine for a millennia. The path the vine took from those countries and how they are reclaiming their tradition through wine is as important today as it was two thousand years ago. For a last minute gift, give the gift of sommtv.com for an instant gift to the one you love.

Ep 148Episode 148: An Intro to the Wines of Portugal
EPortugal is one of the world’s great wine and culinary treasures. In this podcast, Jason Wise is joined by writer Elaine Chukan Brown to talk about and gush over the basics of the wines and regions of Portugal. Part 2 coming soon where we dive deeper into the grapes and more. Don’t forget to tune into sommtv.com to watch our master classes on portugal.

Ep 147Episode 147: Wine and Hockey
EHockey Legend Jim Fox sits down with Jason Wise to talk about the fascinating world of the NHL and wine, what it is like to play against Wayne Gretzky, and the direction the sport is going with food and drink. Give the gift of SOMMTV.com this holiday season to the wine and food lover in your life.

Ep 146Episode 146: The Rothschild’s S. American Wineries
EJoin the SOMM TV staff as we discuss wineries in Chile and Argentina that hold the coveted Rothschild name working with local grapes and French Oak to create something of two worlds. This episode is brought to you by Vinarmour. Go to vinarmour.com and enter code: SOMMTV1976 for a great deal on the best wine gift for the holidays.

Ep 145Episode 145: Are Wine Holidays BS?
EThere are more and more "Wine days" celebrating grapes, wines, styles and more, it seems we are running out of days. The SOMM TV team is here to discuss if the four most recent ones are worth celebrating and along the way we tell the story of the grapes involved. Merlot, Tempranillo, Carménère, and Beaujolais Nouveau are on the chopping block in this controversial new episode of the SOMM TV podcast. hosted by Jason Wise, Guests include Jonah Beer and Claire Coppi. Today's episode is brought to you by Vinarmour.com and Cuvée Collective.

Ep 144Episode 144: The Noble Grapes
EJason Wise and head Wine writer for Food and Wine Magazine, Ray Isle litigate the old notion of “Noble Grapes”. For centuries, these grapes were known as the kings and queens of all grapes, it is time to expand and maybe even kick a few out of the club.

Ep 143Episode 143: Hemingway Cocktails
EErnest Hemmingway is rumored to have invented many drinks around the world, lets get to the bottom of the truth in today's podcast. Join Amanda Sasser of Contiki bar and Jason Wise as they drink around the world seeking the truth about this mythic writer and drinker.

Ep 142Episode 142: Horror Films and Drinks
EOur Halloween movie and drink pairing episode is back! Jason Wise and Claire Coppi sit down with the writer of Thor, X-men: First Class, and Fringe: Zack Stentz to pick our top scary movies and what you should drink while watching for this Halloween. cozy up with a glass of wine and get ready to geek out on our picks for the 2022 Spooky Season! This episode brought to you by sommtv.com - the best video streaming service for wine and food content, apps on all major devices worldwide.

Ep 141Episode 141: Tony Parker
EJason Wise sits down with four time NBA champion to discuss basketball and wine. and how being raised in Europe changed his perspective on sports and the culinary world. Today's episode is brought to you by SOMMTV.com and Cuveé Collective.

Ep 140Episode 140: The NBA Championship
ENBA Champion, Wine maker Channing Frye sits down to discuss the wild story of what you drink during, after and because of the NBA championship and how that involves Justin Timberlake and crying into a margarita.
Ep 139Episode 139: The Keeper of the Cup
EJason Wise sits down with Phil Pritchard of the Hockey Hall of Fame, the man who for decades has watched over the Stanley Cup as it tours around the world with the champions who all get to drink, eat, and use it for 24 hours. What has been drank from this mythic trophy? brought to you by SOMM TV & Cuvée Collective.