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SOMM TV wine & food

2 x James Beard award winner Jason Wise , takes you deep into wine, food, and the stories that surround it. From our films, upcoming shows and great wines of the world to sports, celebrities, and major events impacted by the culinary world. The SOMM TV podcast is simple, it's about everything.  

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Episodes

Episode 76: Cooking with Wine

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.

Aug 05, 202132 minEp. 76

Episode 75: Santa Barbara

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.

Jul 30, 202132 minEp. 75

Episode 74: Wine Investment

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.

Jul 23, 202129 minEp. 74

Episode 73: A Taste of History

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.

Jul 13, 202135 minEp. 73

Episode 72: Spices

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...

Jul 02, 202133 minEp. 72

Episode 71: The BS in Wine

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.com 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...

Jun 12, 202131 minEp. 71

Episode 70: The Loire Valley

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.

Jun 07, 202137 minEp. 70

Episode 69: Most Dangerous Job in Food

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

Jun 04, 202129 minEp. 69

Episode 68: Returning to Napa

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....

May 29, 202128 minEp. 68

Episode 67: A Journey of Vines

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

May 19, 202149 minEp. 67

Episode 66: Cult Wine

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

May 07, 202139 minEp. 66

Episode 65: Tara Gomez

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

Apr 20, 202140 minEp. 65

Episode 64: Champagne

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

Apr 10, 202127 minEp. 64

Episode 63: One on One with Carlo

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

Apr 06, 202140 minEp. 63

Episode 62: Coffee

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.

Apr 04, 202131 minEp. 62

Episode 61: Sustainable Farming

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

Mar 27, 202133 minEp. 61

Episode 60: Steven Spurrier on Bottle Shock

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.

Mar 24, 202116 minEp. 60

Episode 59: Love & Wine in Napa

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.

Mar 20, 202133 minEp. 59

Episode 58: Riesling Day

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.

Mar 13, 202152 minEp. 58

Episode 57: Remembering Steven

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.

Mar 12, 202115 secEp. 57

Episode 56: A Zinfandel Story

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.

Feb 27, 202142 minEp. 56

Episode 55: Life After Hollywood

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.

Feb 22, 202146 minEp. 55

Episode 54: Mayacamas

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.

Feb 13, 202149 minEp. 54

Episode 53: Land and Fire

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.

Feb 05, 202126 minEp. 53

Episode 52: One on One with Charles Woodson

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/

Jan 31, 202148 minEp. 52

Episode 51: The Greatest Wine Movie?

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.

Jan 21, 202142 minEp. 51

Episode 50: The Oyster

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.

Jan 14, 202151 minEp. 50

Episode 49: Top Wines of 2020

Jason Wise and Nadine Nettmann, producer and editorial director of SOMM TV, sit down to discuss the top wines they were able to taste during filming in 2020.

Jan 08, 202130 minEp. 49

Episode 48: German Wine, Part 2

Jason Wise and Paul Grieco, owner of Terroir wine bar in New York City, dive deep into German Riesling.

Dec 26, 202049 minEp. 48

Episode 47: German Wine, Part 1

Jason Wise and Sabato Sagaria MS discuss German wines, the food, and traveling. But German wines can be daunting, so Jason and Sabato discuss where to start.

Dec 18, 202041 minEp. 47
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