A Conversation

A Conversation

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A collection of conversations with influential people in the world of wine, beer, liquor, and food. From filmed podcasts, to spontaneous conversations, we have you covered with everything you need to know.

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A Conversation
  • A Conversation about Ghosts and Wine

    Episode 1

    Acclaimed winemaker & star of the new SOMM TV original film “Ghosts of Napa Valley” - Meghan Zobeck talks hauntings in wine country. She also hilariously shares her first reaction to the new film. Do you believe in ghosts?

  • A Conversation about Malört

    Episode 2

    If you know what Malört is, you have a story. Today we talk about a drink made famous in Chicago for its acquired taste and wild history.

  • A Conversation with Tony Parker

    Episode 3

    NBA Champion Tony Parker talks about his journey in the NBA and wine.

  • A Conversation about American Grand Cru Sparkling

    Episode 4

    Can America have the next great Sparkling region? Winemaker Andy Lytle tells us what it would take.

  • A Conversation about Warren Winiarski

    Episode 5

    Warren Winiarski is best known for making the red wine that won the Judgment of Paris, but he was so much more.  Winemaker Steve Matthiasson joins the podcast to talk about his mentor, the legacy he leaves, and what we have all lost with his passing.

  • A Conversation about Grafting

    Episode 6

    Winemaker John Adams of Wildsound Wine takes us through the history and process of growing two different species of vines together and how it saved the wine in your glass.

  • A Conversation about Cliché Wine Regions

    Episode 7

    Winemaker Steve Matthiason returns to talk about wine regions becoming commercially known for particular grapes and wine styles and what some are doing to break the mold and move beyond typecasting. 

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  • A Conversation about Healthy Wines

    Episode 8

    With a current trend in wine consumers wanting to drink healthier, we ask the question - are wines that are sold to you as better for you truly that, or does it all come down to marketing? Shakera Jones and Claire Coppi discuss just that, and taste through a few examples of “clean” wine, low calo...

  • A Conversation with Mathieu Roland-Billecart

    Episode 9

    What is it like to helm one of the greatest Champagne houses in the business? We talk with Mathieu Roland-Billecart about his journey from "Champagne kid" to businessman to the 7th generation leader of the famous Champagne house, Billecart-Salmon.

  • A Conversation about the Three-Tier System

    Episode 10

    We often hear about the 3 tier system in America, but what is it really like to deal with it on a daily basis? We speak to Travis Todd, a wine director turned winemaker who can break down the challenges we have created for selling wine in the United States.

  • A Conversation with Alice Anderson

    Episode 11

    Alice Anderson has worked harvests and made wine all over the world. When the chance came to revitalize a historic Santa Barbara vineyard and begin making her own wine, she jumped at the chance. We talk with her about regenerative farming and a revolution happening in Santa Barbara Wine Country.

  • A Conversation about Wines of the Year

    Episode 12

    Jason Wise and Claire Coppi look back at 2023 and debate their most impactful wines of the year.

  • A Conversation about Oregon Sparkling

    Episode 13

    Claire Coppi sits down with Arabilis winemaker Kenny McMahon to discuss traditional method sparkling wine production in Oregon. Kenny talks about why Oregon's climate and terroir are the ideal place to make sparkling wines of balance, complexity, and elegance as well as his approach when it comes...

  • A Conversation about the Okanagan Valley

    Episode 14

    Our very own Jason Wise sits down with Checkmate Winery's Graham Nordin and Spencer Kelly to discuss British Columbia's premiere wine region, the Okanagan Valley. They chat about the area's history, the diverse range of grapes that thrive here, how Checkmate winery is leading the way in producing...

  • A Conversation about Georgian Wines

    Episode 15

    We sit down with sommelier and winemaker Adrien Rodriguez as he shares his journey from the floor of restaurants to making wine in one of the most ancient regions in the world, Georgia.

  • Extreme Wine News

    Episode 16

    Jason Wise and Claire Coppi round up the craziest stories in wine and talk a bit about the next SOMM Film: Cup of Salvation.

  • A Conversation about German Wine Law

    Episode 17

    One of the most important keys to decoding German wines is understanding the laws surrounding them. This has proven to be a daunting task for wine consumers and professionals alike. But have no fear! Sommelier and German Wine Ambassador Amy Waller is here to make it simple. Learn about the histor...

  • A Conversation about German Wines

    Episode 18

    SOMM TV sits down with sommelier and wine bar owner Brent Kroll to talk about the astounding variety German wine offers. If you thought Germany was all Riesling, then you thought wrong! Enter a wine world filled with elegant red wines, dynamic whites, refreshing rosé, and some seriously remarkabl...

  • A Conversation about Falconry

    Episode 19

    Professional falconer Kort Clayton sits down with SOMM TV to discuss raptors' role in keeping our vineyards safe. As nature's most effective bird management tool, falcons can save a winery from losing as much as half of a vineyard's yield to pesky native birds looking for a free lunch.

  • A Conversation about Bourgogne: The Next Generation

    Episode 20

    The next generation of Bourgogne has a lot of talent and responsibility. We speak about the future of this famous region with the next generation of the Drouhin family, who are planning big things for the world’s most admired grape vines.

  • A Conversation about SOMM Ten Years Later

    Episode 21

    It is the ten year anniversary of the film “SOMM”. Cast member Rajat Parr joins director Jason Wise to talk about its influence, positives and negatives and how it impacted wine.

  • A Conversation about Wine Certifications

    Episode 22

    In today's world, do we still need wine certifications? Organizations like the Court of Master Sommeliers and the Masters of Wine have been a mainstay for decades and much good has come from them, but are they still needed? In this conversation we talk about the controversy and the merits of purs...

  • A Conversation with Rajat Parr

    Episode 23

    Famed winemaker Rajat Parr discusses his career, sommeliers, and the state of wine with Jason Wise.

  • A Conversation about Gamay

    Episode 24

    Two winemakers join SOMM TV 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 throug...