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Episode 199: The Dawn of Wine

SOMM: Cup of Salvation is available to rent & buy on SOMM TV starting January 23! To celebrate we speak to world renowned grape geneticist and cast member Carole Meredith about the origin of wine grapes and how humans helped spread them across the globe. To preorder or rent the 4th SOMM Film go to: https://sommtv.vhx.tv/checkout/somm-cup-of-salvation .

The Wine CEO Episode #156: Champagne Mini Series, Are Natural wines sensible in the cold climate of Champagne?

The hottest debate in Champagne is whether or not Natural wines are sensible/ feasible due to the cold, wet temperatures in the region. When I traveled to the Champagne AOC this last summer, I had multiple winemakers and industry professionals share their opinions about this challenging topic. In today's podcast episode, I chat with Anais from @portaits_de_bulles who shares her unique perspective on Natural wines in the region! No matter how you feel about natural wines, it's a fascinating and important discussion! ------ The best way to experience this episode is on my YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/R9RdZKdOkKw ------ Sign up for The Wine CEO newsletter and get a free guide to Food & Wine Pairing: thewineceo.com Email: Sarah@thewineceo.com Instagram & TikTok: @thewineceo -------- Follow Anäis on Instagram: @portraits_de_bulles

Ep. 92: Industry Icons Toast to Paso’s Magic

IWP Ep30 Tyler Stacy - Commune Regional Wines

IWP Ep30 Tyler Stacy - Commune Regional Wines. Tyler runs commune with his wife Emily and together they are making wines from places they love. These are well made, bright and textured wines from California that go great with food and family. We talked at the Haarmeyer/ Harbor winery in West Sacramento where Commune is based. These are amazingly food friendly wines made from unique sources in small quantities, you should try them. You can find the wines at communeregionalwines.com and follow what they are up to at instagram.com/communeregionalwines on instagram. Follow the podcast ⁠www.instagram.com/indiewinepodcast⁠ or email indiewinepodcast@gmail.com with questions, comments or feedback. If you'd like to support the podcast further, please tell your wine friends about it and rate the podcast wherever you're listening if you like what you hear or donate on Patreon at - ⁠https://www.patreon.com/IndieWinePodcast⁠ or Spotify at - ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-wood4/suppor

Napa Valley with Kelli White

In the latest GuildSomm podcast, host MS Christopher Tanghe interviews Kelli A. White, director of education for the Wine Center at Meadowood in Napa Valley, author of Napa Valley, Then & Now, and accomplished wine writer. Kelli discusses the history of Napa Valley, its regions, trends, and much more. Prior to her role at Meadowood, Kelli was the senior staff writer here at GuildSomm, where she wrote articles and expert guides on a wide range of topics and received two Roederer Awards for her work. Her writing has also appeared in World of Fine Wine, Robb Report, Sommelier Journal, Le Pan, and Vinous. Before venturing into writing and education, Kelli was a sommelier at New York City’s Veritas and PRESS in St. Helena. Her acclaimed book, Napa Valley, Then & Now, was originally released in 2015; a reprint was recently issued. Head to GuildSomm.com for links to Kelli’s writing and to learn more about Napa Valley, Then & Now. Listen in for a deep-dive on Napa Valley and great insights int

96 point wine for $33! The value bottle that impressed a Master Sommelier

Late last year Got Somme host Angus O'Loughlin was asked via our Instagram "What bottle would you cellar for ten years" He held up a 2021 Demi Shiraz that he was drinking in that moment. That led to a phone call to Syrahmi owner Adam Foster who was inspecting the vines and they confirmed his studio attendance as first winemaker on the podcast in 2024! Bottles brought into studio: 2022 Demi Shiraz 2017 Lala 2018 LaLa 2022 Syrahmi 'Angus' 2004 Syrahmi (first ever vintage) A bit of Syrahmi: The name Syrahmi is a made up from “Syrah” the French word for Shiraz and “Ami” meaning friend. The idea being a “friendly Shiraz” or “A friend of Shiraz”. Syrahmi began in 2004 when Adam Foster gave up his day job as a Chef to pursue his dream of becoming a wine maker. He purchased his first tonne and a half of grapes from Heathcote winery and the dream was born. Each year grapes for Syrahmi are sourced and selected from different vineyards in the Heathcote region. Thus each year the wines are given a

Mishaps, Missiles, and Motherhood

Send us a Text Message.Discover the unexpected as we unravel the quirky tale of Arnold Schwarzenegger's brush with Munich authorities and sip on the delightful nuances of Frida Rosé from Cecilia Beretta. Our conversation meanders through the bittersweet complexities of postpartum resentment, lands a punch with the sobering discussion on US missile strikes in Yemen, and throws a curveball with hot takes on the NFL playoffs. We're not just skimming the surface—the nuance of children's literatur... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pinot Noir winemakers talk with David Clarke | Hemel-en-Aarde Valley | South Africa

*A video version of this interview is available on YouTube* Welcome to the Ex Animo Wine Co Podcast: a series of interviews and discussions with winemakers and great minds from the world of wine. In this episode, David Clarke brings together four winemakers from the Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley who specialise in Pinot Noir. The microclimate of the valley makes this one of the finest sites in South Africa to grow Pinot Noir - producing globally recognised wines of excellence. David and the Upper Hemel-en-Aarde crew chat about what makes the valley unique, why Pinot Noir does so well here and how the oceans and soils play such an important role. A fascinating deep-dive into Pinot Noir in a South African context, as told by the people who have worked these vines for decades. David speaks with: Craig Wessels of Restless River Johannes Storm of Storm Wines Nadia Newton Johnson of Hearth Wines Gordon Newton Johnson of Newton-Johnson Family Wines More information on the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley c

The Wine CEO Episode #155: Champagne Mini Series, Cooperatives, Solera Systems, and more with Champagne Palmer

Do you know the difference between a Cooperative and a Maison? In today's episode, Sarah interviews Francois, the Communications Director from Champagne Palmer, one of the top Cooperatives in Champagne. They discuss the house's Solera system, unique grape portfolio, history of the 7 founders, and much more! So grab your favorite glass of bubbles and press play now! ------ The best way to enjoy this episode is in video format. Watch this episode on my YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/JmndM5vJnus ----- Sign up for The Wine CEO newsletter and get a free guide to Food & Wine Pairing: thewineceo.com Email: Sarah@thewineceo.com Instagram & TikTok: @thewineceo -------- Champagne Palmer: https://www.champagne-palmer.fr/en/ Instagram: @champagnepalmer

David Kriso - The Joys of Amtrak Travel

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and lecturer David Kriso who talks about the many benefits of Amtrak travel. David's railroading spirit has taken him aboard the Strasburg Railroad in Pennsylvania, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad in Colorado, and to the top of Pike’s Pike aboard the Manitou Springs and Pike’s Peak Railway. Recently, he’s ridden on the Saratoga & North Creek and the Wilmington & Western Railroads. He enjoys traveling aboard Amtrak to wherever the rails take him. See his Amtrak stories on his site, https://dektraveljournal.com/ Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/