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42:14Episode 1
A Zinfandel Story
Episode 1
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.
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46:19Episode 2
Life After Hollywood
Episode 2
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.
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25:51Episode 4
Land and Fire
Episode 4
Jason Wise talks about the fires that affected Mount Veeder with grape geneticist Carole Meredith, who experienced them firsthand.
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48:11Episode 5
One on One with Charles Woodson
Episode 5
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/
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42:21Episode 6
The Greatest Wine Movie?
Episode 6
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.
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50:57Episode 7
The Oyster
Episode 7
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 episode on SOMM TV, Chef's Notebook: Shucking Oysters.
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29:52Episode 8
Top Wines of 2020
Episode 8
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.
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49:25Episode 9
German Wine, Part 2
Episode 9
Jason Wise and Paul Grieco, owner of Terroir wine bar in New York City, dive deep into German Riesling.
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41:28Episode 10
German Wine Part 1
Episode 10
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.
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1:03:35Episode 11
Repeal Day
Episode 11
Jason Wise and Jonah Beer talk about Repeal Day, December 5th, and the lasting effects of Prohibition in a hilarious conversation that's also incredibly informative.
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38:11Episode 12
Pursued by Bear
Episode 12
Jason Wise talks with Kyle MacLachlan, star of Twin Peaks, Blue Velvet, Dune, and Sex and the City about his acting roles, the wine that set him on a new path, and the sheer insanity of making your own wine. To learn more about Kyle’s wines, visit pursuedbybearwine.comKyle and actor Joel McHale’...
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1:00:01Episode 13
Denzel Movies & Wine
Episode 13
Jason Wise and Julia Coney are back with their wine and movie pairings, this time with Denzel Washington movies. Also, after the episode, Jason and editorial director, Nadine, announce the wineries in Season 2 of Verticals as well as the upcoming films.
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1:08:43Episode 15
Thanksgiving Wines
Episode 15
Jason Wise, Shakera Jones, and Jill Zimorski sit down for a potentially off the rails conversation on what's on their Thanksgiving tables, the best wines to drink for the holiday, and certain wines that might deserve another chance.
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56:39Episode 16
Grape Genealogy
Episode 16
Jason Wise chats with longtime friend and SOMM star Carole Meredith, grape geneticist, about the origin of grapes, domestication of vines, and the recent Noble Prize for CRISPR to scientists Emmanuelle Charpentier and Jennifer Doudna. But first, we address the sexual harassment and mistreatment o...
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31:27Episode 17
Ghost Winery
Episode 17
Recorded at dusk inside the ghost winery Chateau Chevalier, Jason Wise and Keith Baker, Director of DTC and Winery Historian at Spring Mountain Vineyard, discuss the storied history of this 129-year-old property that survived the recent fire.
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42:58Episode 18
Halloween Movies
Episode 18
Jason Wise and Claire Coppi celebrate the spooky season by suggesting five Halloween movies to watch and what to drink along with them.
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44:24Episode 19
A Wine Story
Episode 19
Jason Wise and Shakera Jones have a down to earth conversation with Michael Browne about his start in wine, the formation of Kosta Browne, and the recent wine theft that hit CIRQ.
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47:53Episode 20
Wine and Songs
Episode 20
Jason Wise and Julia Coney discuss American sparkling wine, Champagne stories, and then pair wine with songs that get stuck in your head.
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41:29Episode 21
Oktoberfest
Episode 21
Jason Wise and Matthew Kaner discuss the history of Oktoberfest, the beers and wines that best pair with sausages, and how to celebrate at home this year.
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42:00Episode 22
Rajat Parr
Episode 22
Jason Wise sits down with Rajat Parr to discuss this year’s harvest (recorded last week, prior to the new fires), making money in the wine business, natural wine, SOMM 3, Domaine de la Côte, and more.
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47:15Episode 23
An Italian Journey
Episode 23
Jason Wise and Jeffrey Porter sit down to talk about food and wine, traveling through Italy, and the upcoming series on SOMM TV, Sip Trip.
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48:35Episode 24
One on One with Julia Coney
Episode 24
Jason Wise and Julia Coney sit down to talk about wine, writing, Black Wine Professionals, and more.