SOMM TV wine & food

With the announcement of Kitá Winery closing, Jason Wise and Elaine Chukan Brown talk about Tara Gomez, her journey as a winemaker, representation in the wine world, and more.

Furmint Day is coming up so Jason Wise and Claire Coppi sit down to talk all about the grape and the wine it produces in Hungary's Tokaj region. Then Jason is joined by Anthony Zhang to discuss wine news including the recent acquisition of family wineries by larger companies.

Jason Wise and Sabato Sagaria, MS sit down to talk all about Amaro, the Italian herbal liqueur. They share their favorite types of Amaro, the history, as well as some fun quips at each other. After all, these two go back a long time.

Jason Wise and Claire Coppi discuss the three things they'd love to see more of in 2022 and the three things they'd like to see less of, or actually, go away in 2022.

Jason Wise and producer Nadine Nettmann discuss the best wines they were fortunate to try while filming SOMM TV projects in 2021.

Jason Wise and winemaker Steve Matthiasson dive into ancient wine, including retsina and the type of wine Jesus might have drank.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/3WhGtyi

Jason Wise and Claire Coppi talk about the Bordeaux classification before Jason and Anthony Zhang discuss the recent scam in Bordeaux featuring Chateau Angelus.

Jason Wise and Sara Beer, wine importer at True North Wine Merchants, discuss the in and outs of importing wine, from choosing the right wines to shipping challenges.

Jason Wise and producer Nadine Nettmann share their top 3 favorite cooking competition shows in celebration of Sparklers, which just premiered on SOMM TV.

Jason Wise and Matt Kettmann, Senior Editor at The Santa Barbara Independent, discuss the concept of aging wine in the ocean and how the waves, tides, and temperature affect it.

With supply chain issues and port back ups looming, Thanksgiving might not be the same this year but Jason Wise and Sabato Sagaria are here with alternative meals and dishes you can enjoy.

With harvest season coming to an end, Jason Wise and Priyanka French, winemaker at Signorello, discuss harvest over the past few years in Napa, including making wine from the grapes of 2020.

Have you visited a haunted winery? Would you like to? Jason Wise and podcast producer Nadine Nettmann chat about haunted wineries in the US that you can still visit.

Jason Wise and Anthony Zhang of Vinovest discuss NFTs including what they are, how they're used, and how they intersect with the wine world.

Jason Wise and winemaker Steve Matthiasson talk about harvest in Napa including the successful harvest in 2021 and past trials including fires and earthquakes during the picking season.*To find out more about the ongoing Napa harvest, visit Napa Valley Vintners at https://napavalley.wineYou 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/4cBzhD4

Jason Wise and Jonah Beer sit down in person to chat about the wines that make cameos in non-wine films.

Wine innovations sometimes start with what’s in the glass or what’s on the vine, but as you’ll hear in this podcast, sometimes they start in the medical world. Jason Wise talks with Greg Lambrecht, founder of Coravin, how the device came about and the oldest bottles he’s tasted.

Jason and George Walker III discuss his journey from culinary school into the wine world and working at Dwyane Wade Cellars to being a major part of SOMM TV and the upcoming show Sparklers.

We had such a great response to our first episode on spices that author Sarah Thomas is back to explore more about the history of spices with cumin, turmeric, and chili peppers. Don't miss this great episode!*To find out more about Sarah's new book, Kalamata's Kitchen, please visit: https://www.kalamataskitchen.com/*Get a special 50% discount on an annual membership to SOMM TV if you use the code: SPICES

Jason Wise and legendary wine writer Hugh Johnson discuss the oldest and rarest bottles Hugh has tasted throughout his career. Hugh's books are available through www.academieduvinlibrary.com and listeners can get $5 off with the code SOMMTV5.*This episode is brought to you by Elden Selections, a Burgundy wine importer. Use the promo code SOMM for 15% off your first purchase of $200 or more. https://www.burgundywine.com/SOMM

While negotiating player contracts for the Denver Broncos, Meghan Zobeck made the crazy decision to leave it behind and become a winemaker, but with no degree in viticulture or training, how in the world would she pull that off? Spoiler alert: she did. We also talk the strange and very profitable world of celebrity Tequila with Anthony Zhang, founder of Vinovest.

Prior to Prohibition, Los Angeles was the heart of winemaking in California. Jason Wise speaks with Matthew Kaner about the history of wine in Los Angeles and then talks with Mark Blatty, a Los Angeles winemaker and a leader in the Los Angeles wine movement.

Jason Wise and Matthew Kaner discuss Rudy Kurniawan, who was convicted of wine fraud and the subject of the movie Sour Grapes. Don't miss this episode where they dive into the subject of counterfeiting wine and share their personal experiences with Rudy.

Jason Wise and Chef Kate Hill talk about Kate’s journey into the culinary world, cruising along the canals of France, and the top things people get wrong about French cooking. Kate’s new show, Cooking with Wine, a cinematic cooking show that transports viewers to regions of France, is now live on SOMM TV. *Use code KATEHILL & get 50% off an annual subscription to SOMM TV.

Jason Wise and Matt Kettmann, Senior Editor at The Santa Barbara Independent, explore the history of the Santa Barbara wine region from the start of wineries in the area to the continued effect of the movie Sideways. Matt also recommends some wineries to visit.

Jason Wise and Anthony Zhang, Co-founder and CEO of Vinovest, discuss saving and investing in wine, the wines that will appreciate most, and what people are drinking and investing in these days.

Jason Wise and Matthew Kaner talk about how vines spread across the Americas and share a preview of Matthew’s new podcast, History of Wine, which premieres on July 20th.

Jason Wise and Sarah Thomas, sommelier, SOMM 3 cast member, and author of Kalamata's Kitchen, explore the world of spices from the way they grow to their storied histories in cultivation and trade. From black pepper to nutmeg, this is one you won't want to miss.To find out more about Sarah's new book, Kalamata's Kitchen, please visit: https://www.kalamataskitchen.com/This episode also has a special off, a 50% discount on an annual membership to SOMM TV if you use the code: SPICES

Jason Wise and winemaker Steve Matthiasson share their top 5 BS things in wine. A real and honest conversation you won't want to miss about the bullsh*t in wine.*To learn more about Elden Selections, a fantastic importer of Burgundy wine, as well as their great wine club, visit: https://www.burgundywine.comYou 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/45ZhWS4

Jason and Pascaline Lepeltier discuss the climate, wines, and culture of Loire Valley in celebration of the new film on SOMM TV, The 4 Seasons of a Winemaker.

In celebration of The Delicacy film on iTunes, we're re-airing this episode featuring Jason and Stephanie Mutz as they discuss diving, harvesting, and the rare and wonderful food, sea urchin.*new podcast episode coming June 7th

Jason Wise and food writer Jess Lander discuss wine country opening back up for tourists, the impact of COVID on the restaurant industry, and her new cookbook, The Essential Napa Valley Cookbook, which supports restaurant workers and Feed Napa Now.https://napavalleycookbook.com*To learn more about Elden Selections and the Burgundy Wine Club, visit: https://www.burgundywine.com/SOMM. You can also use the code SOMM to get 15% off your first purchase of $200 or more.

Jason Wise and Jason Haas of Tablas Creek discuss the nearly extinct grapes of Southern Rhone, France and the wild process of importing them to the United States.*To learn more about Wine Access and $30 off your first $100 purchase, visit http://wineaccess.com/sommtv

Jason Wise and Vanessa Conlin, MW, dive into what makes a cult wine, the aspects of counterfeit wine, and the upcoming online auction WineaPAWlooza on June 19th.*To learn more about WineaPAWlooza, visit www.wineapawlooza.com

Jason Wise, Tara Gomez, and Elaine Chukan Brown discuss winemaking, and the season finale of Verticals featuring Tara.

Jason Wise and Julia Coney, writer and Champagne aficionado, talk all about Champagne. A brand new episode of Verticals episode on Pierre Peters is live now on SOMM TV.*For details on the A Year in Burgundy Live Watch with wine from Elden Selections, visit www.sommtv.com/ayearinburgundy

Jason Wise and Carlo Mondavi of RAEN talk about what it’s like to grow up with the Mondavi name, sustainable farming, and the new Monarch tractor.*For details on the A Year in Burgundy Live Watch with wine from Elden Selections, visit www.sommtv.com/ayearinburgundy

Jason Wise and Jeff Porter, host of Sip Trip, sit down and talk all about coffee and wine as well as Jeff's new episode of Eating & Drinking where he heads to a Brooklyn coffee shop and explores different types of coffee.

Jason Wise and winemaker Steve Matthiasson have an open and honest conversation about herbicides, sustainable farming, and biodynamics.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/3XXhAt6

Last year, Jason Wise and Steven Spurrier watched Bottle Shock together as a commentary track/live watch for the movie. While the full movie will go live on March 26, here's a sample of the conversation.

Jason Wise and Erin Di Costanzo talk about her start in wine, meeting her husband Massimo, and their journey in creating a winery together that produces 100% Cabernet in Napa Valley. Erin and Massimo’s Blind Tasting Session can be seen on SOMM TV.

In celebration of Riesling Day (March 13th) Jason Wise and Paul Grieco, owner of Terroir Wine Bar in NY and creator of The Summer of Riesling, sit down to talk about their favorite Riesling moments they've experienced.

Jason Wise and Dustin Wilson reflect on the time they spent with Steven Spurrier over the years and the mark he left on the world.

Jason talks with Tessa Martinelli Gorsuch about Zinfandel in California, old vines, her family's history and the upcoming Verticals episode, and then they dive into their top 3 Zinfandel wines.

Jason talks with Leslie and Rich Frank, stars of the new Blind Tasting Session, about their careers before wine as head of Disney and Emmy award-winning newscaster, and the wine scene in Hollywood.

Jason Wise and Braiden Albrecht, winemaker at Mayacamas, talk about filming the Season 2 premiere of Verticals including the bootlegger cave on the property, a journey through poison oak, and then their favorite Cabernet Sauvignons in the Valley.

In anticipation of our upcoming premiere of Verticals season 2, Jason Wise talks about the fires that affected Mount Veeder with grape geneticist Carole Meredith, who experienced them firsthand.

Jason Wise and Charles Woodson, one of the greatest defense players ever to play in the NFL, talk about how a training camp introduced him to wine, his wine label Intercept in Paso Robles, and how he’s giving back to the community.Learn more about Intercept at https://cwinterceptwines.com/

Is the 1985 film The Breakfast Club the greatest wine movie ever made? Jason Wise and Paul Grieco of Terroir Wine Bar in NY sit down to discuss the idea that seems to come out of nowhere, but stay with us, it makes sense.

Jason Wise and Julie Qiu, oyster expert and founder of In A Half Shell, talk all about oysters, where to find them, how to eat them, and what to pair with them. Learn more about Julie at www.inahalfshell.com and check out her new episode on SOMM TV, Chef's Notebook: Shucking Oysters.