The SOMM TV Podcast

The SOMM TV Podcast

224 Episodes

Featuring an ongoing conversation about wine, food, and life with Jason Wise. Episodes available here and anywhere you get your podcasts.

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  • Hugh Johnson

    Episode 1

    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.*

  • She Left the NFL for Wine

    Episode 2

    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...

  • Urban Vines

    Episode 3

    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.

  • The Wine Scam

    Episode 4

    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.

  • Cooking with Wine

    Episode 5

    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...

  • Santa Barbara

    Episode 6

    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.

  • Wine Investment

    Episode 7

    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.

  • A Taste of History

    Episode 8

    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.

  • Spices

    Episode 9

    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 ...

  • The BS in Wine

    Episode 10

    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.

  • The Loire Valley

    Episode 11

    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.

  • Most Dangerous Job

    Episode 12

    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.

  • Returning to Napa

    Episode 13

    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

  • A Journey of Vines

    Episode 14

    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.

  • Cult Wine

    Episode 15

    Jason Wise and Vanessa Conlin, MW, dive into what makes a cult wine, the aspects of counterfeit wine, and the online auction WineaPAWlooza on June 19th.

  • Tara Gomez

    Episode 16

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

  • Champagne

    Episode 17

    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.

  • One on One with Carlo

    Episode 18

    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.

  • Coffee
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    Episode 19

    Coffee

    Episode 19

    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.

  • Sustainable Farming

    Episode 20

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

  • Steven on Bottle Shock

    Episode 21

    Last year, Jason Wise and Steven Spurrier watched Bottle Shock together as a commentary track/live watch for the movie. Full movie available on the site, but here's a sample of the conversation.

  • Love & Wine in Napa

    Episode 22

    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.

  • Riesling Day

    Episode 23

    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.

  • Remembering Steven

    Episode 24

    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.