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- podcast· 1h 12m· S3E9
S3E9: Farming Philosophies - Regeneration
Climate change is threatening the world's great vineyards and the beautiful wines they produce. But can farming vines and drinking wine actually reverse these effects? Regenerative farming is a ray of hope for the agricultural industry that promises a way to feed the masses without bringing down the house in the process. And the key to saving the world is right beneath our feet: soil. Our final episode of Season 3: Farming for Terroir peels back the layers of regenerative farming, soil health, and the future of our planet as we know it. No big deal. We're joined in this discussion by some of the greatest minds in the business, including the team at the first ever certified Regenerative Organic vineyard in the world, Tablas Creek , sommelier and friend Raj Vaidya , farming super-fan Paul Wasserman , and some of the most inspirational producers we know including Cyril Courvoisier , Chiara Pepe , and Chisa Bize . Expect a healthy dose of soil science – and lots of baby lambs! Brenna also
- podcast· 11:18· S3E8
S3E8: Jean Gonon Extended Interview
Welcome back to Roadside Terroir Season 3: Farming for Terroir This mini-episode takes you behind-the-scenes for an extended look at our conversation with the organic farming guru of the Northern Rhône, Jean Gonon of Domaine Pierre Gonon. In this clip, Jean discusses each of the parcels he works with and how the terroirs contribute to his (absolutely stunning) final wines. This is just a portion of our conversation with Jean. The full, extended interview is available only to Roadside Insiders , and substack subscribers . As of today (!) we will begin hosting all Roadside Insider Bonus content for Season 3 on Brenna's new substack page @brennaquigley . This more user friendly option will make it easier for you to enjoy and engage with all of our bonus content as well as a bunch of new perks. Insiders will receive free access to paid substack content for a full year as well as continued access to our already existing bonus content . Cheers! Thank you for Listening to Roadside Terroir! Th
- podcast· 50:11· S3E7
S3E7: Farming Philosophies - Biodynamics
Cow horns filled with crystals buried under a full moon. Potions brewed of chamomile, stinging nettle and fermented cow dung. Energizing vortexes and humans developing the characteristics of the animals that fertilize their foods. Are these instructions from a magical book of spells, or a practical guide to viticulture? Happy Halloween and welcome back to Roadside Terroir - Season 3 - Farming for Terroir. This episode explores the witchy world of biodynamics in order to discover whether this mystical method has a real influence on the vines and the wines themselves, or if it's all just a hoax. We begin by peering into the spiritual side with Andreas Schumann of the famed biodynamic farm at Odinstal. We break down the detailes of the cosmic cycles, spooky preparations, and greater philosophies of biodynamics. We then take a look at the practical side with a review of the scientific research that has been done to try to understand how this hocus pocus might really work before discussing
- podcast· 48:48· S3E6
S3E6: Tasting Terroir
Can you really taste a place? Is minerality a myth? How did these concepts influence the creation of the famous crus of Burgundy? This episode takes a brief departure from our Season 3 deep dive into the Terroir of Farming to explore one of the most important skills we can develop as wine tasters – how to taste terroir. This episode takes place deep in the heart of Los Angeles at our friend Abe Schoener's intimate 12 Seats symposium series, and we are guided by our longtime supporter, mentor, and friend, Paul Wasserman. Paul begins by blinding the group on three wines – but instead of asking us to identify what they are, he leads us through a series of exercises to help expand our palates, and our minds. Together we taste and explore the connections between place, minerality, and the soul of a wine. Tasting for terroir is both a practical exercise and one that helps us to connect to the deeper meaning behind the wines in our glass. So pour yourself a taste of your favorite terroir, and
- podcast· 44:55· S3E5
S3E5: Farming Philosophies - Organics
Many of us consider organic farming to be just the starting point in the search for responsibly farmed wines. But what does it take to farm a vineyard organically, and how common are organically certified grapes? Is it easier to be organic in some terroirs than in others? And where did this whole organic movement come from in the first place? Today we'll take a look at organic practices by tracing the history of farming back to its roots. Join us as we take a tour of the 100 year old vines of Domaine Pierre Gonon with the beloved Jean Gonon himself as he illustrates just how much hard work goes into farming the vines that produce his moving wines. While we're there, we will explore the history of organic farming, and the rise of conventional farming that preceded it. We will break down what it takes to get a certification and how geology determines how difficult it will be to farm fully organically – with additional commentary from lots of our friends and mentors along the way. The epi
- podcast· 30:56· S3E4
S3E4: Petit-Roy Case Study
Seiichi Saito of Domaine Petit-Roy isn't organic, and yet he spent several years spraying his vines with with skim milk instead of sulfur. He studied desertification at university, but still tills his soils. Seiichi's farming defies the soundbites and stereotypes that many believe good farming should be, and yet his wisdom and insight couldn't be more obvious. This episode takes you into Seiichi's cellar during harvest of 2022 for an in-depth discussion about all of the fascinating farming details that contribute to making this topic such a complicated one. This is a very special episode for Roadside Terroir as we welcome Roadside team member Paul Knittel for his hosting and production debut. Bravo, Paul! We're so excited to have you along for the ride! Don't forget to hit subscribe below and check out our new YouTube channel where you can find photos, maps, and transcripts to go along with each episode. Episode 4: Petit-Roy Cast Study is sponsored by Becky Wasserman and Company . This
- podcast· 46:55· S3E3
S3E3: Farming Philosophies - PART 1
Are farming methods practical choices, or philosophical ideals? And which is more important when you're choosing a bottle of wine for your Tuesday night dinner table? In Episode 3: Farming Philosophies - Part 1, we get to the heart of what producers and professionals care about most when it comes to farming-- certifications, or intentions? The episode starts out with a deep philosophical inquiry with Abe Schoener of the Scholium Project and the Los Angeles River Wine Company, before digging into the reality of these concepts with the lovable and brilliant Chiara Pepe of Emidio Pepe--all with the added context and commentary by everybody's favorite exporter, Paul Wasserman of Becky Wasserman and Company. We're so excited to have you along for the ride! Don't forget to hit subscribe below and check out our new YouTube channel where you can find photos, maps, and transcripts to go along with each episode. Roadside Terroir is hosted and produced by Brenna Quigley Sound engineering, origina
- podcast· 49:26· S3E2
S3E2: Verticals
Season 3 Episode 2: Verticals Join us for an inside look at one of the most celebrated tastings of the year: The Verticals Tasting at La Paulee. In this episode we go behind the scenes to talk to some of the most inspiring Burgundian producers to see how terroir, tradition, and taste evolve over time -- and how this is all expressed in the glass. We'll geek about SO2 and trellising systems while tasting vintages that date back to the 90s with the people who know them best. We're so excited to have you along for the ride! Don't forget to hit subscribe below and check out our new YouTube channel where you can find photos, maps, and transcripts to go along with each episode. Thank you to our guests: Lucie Germain (Domaine Henri Germain), Pierre-Henri Rougeot , David Croix , and Andrew Nielsen , as well as Daniel Jhonnes and La Paulée for giving us access to this wonderful event. CREDITS: Roadside Terroir is hosted and produced by Brenna Quigley Sound engineering, original music and sound
- podcast· 57:19· S3E1
S3E1: Why Farming Matters
What does geology have to do with farming? Could historic farming practices be the key to tackling modern climate challenges? How does a place shape the way vines are cared for—and how much does any of this actually matter in the glass? Season 3 of Roadside Terroir: Farming for Terroir is here! We're diving into all these questions (& more) in our brand-new season, exploring what it means to truly farm for terroir. In Episode 1: Why Farming Matters we: * Meet Cyril Courvoisier, a rising star of Cornas, regeneratively farming its steep slopes against all odds * Learn how tradition and climate change collide with the fearless Michelle Smith-Chapel in Beaujolais * And hear from Rodrigo Soto of Far Mountain in Sonoma on whether great farming really changes how wine tastes From France to California, we're driving deep into the dirt with some of the most visionary vignerons we know. Credits: Produced & hosted by Brenna Quigley Sound & music by Jeff Alvarez Research & writing assist by Paul K
- podcast· 2:55
Season 3 Trailer
Roadside Terroir Season 3: Farming for Terroir is coming August 1st! Listen in for updates about our third season of Roadside Terroir -- from where we're headed to how often you'll hear from us. Plus a preview of the inspirational voices you'll come to admire just as much as we have. Don't forget to check out our YouTube Channel for maps and images paired with each episode. Subscribe today so you don't miss out! Want to support the show? Become a Roadside Insider to help keep the show on the road and all of the perks that come along with it. See you soon! This trailer was created by Brenna Quigley, Jeff Alvarez, Clare Shaheen, and Paul Knittel.
- podcast· 0:46
Season 3 Teaser
A sneak peek at the upcoming third season of Roadside Terroir. New Episodes Coming soon. TRANSCRIPT: New Episodes of Roadside Terroir – coming soon! Can't wait for more? Check out our new YouTube channel and revisit past episodes paired with carefully curated images, detailed maps, and videos! – out now! And check out our website roadsideterroir.com to learn how to support the show and become a Roadside Insider. See you soon.
- podcast· 1h 26m· S2E10
S2E10: Haute Future
The Season 2 FINALE of Roadside Terroir focuses on the hopes, challenges, and terroirs that hint at what the future has in store for the Côte d'Or. The episode begins in the southern villages of Santenay and Maranges where we hunt for granitic terroirs and discuss the growing popularity of natural wines. We then head deep into the Hautes Côtes to find the spirit of this newly popular region and attempt to identify the characteristics of its taste. Next, we visit some unassuming vineyards with exceptional farmers in order to explore the relevance of terroir in a farmer's world. Finally, we end up right where we began, in the center of Beaune, celebrating the history of the Ventes des Vins and the exciting future of this beloved region. Thank you to our guests: Talloulah Dubourg, Seiichi Saito, and Nicolas Faure. And thank you to all of the incredible experts who have provided their commentary and guidance in this episode and throughout the season: Paul Wasserman, Daniel Johnnes, Rajat P
- podcast· 1h 31m· S2E9
S2E9: Top Dogs, Underdogs, and Scooby-Doo
Our penultimate episode of Season 2 takes us from the powerful Grand Crus of Gevrey Chambertin all the way to the urban sprawl of Dijon and the northern edge of the Côte d'Or. We visit with grand producers amongst the most prestigious vines in Gevrey, and then continue to Fixin and Marsannay with some newer vignerons determined to pull their lesser-known appellations out of obscurity. While exploring the classic rocks of the Côte de Nuits, we consider how world wars and human industry have shaped the landscape and the reputations of these unique villages. Thank you to our guests: Jean-Marie Fourrier, Bruno, Arthur, and Eduard Clair, Amélie Berthaut, and Sylvain Pataille. And to Paul Wasserman and Helen Johannesen for their commentary and guidance. This episode was created by Brenna Quigley, Nick Canepa, and Jeff Alvarez. With support from Esa Eslami, Ali Massie, and our Grand Cru Patrons Steven and Amy Lipin. This episode is sponsored by Lone Wolf Imports–our fabulous friends in Portla
- podcast· 1h 24m· S2E8
S2E8: Grands Crus and Grands Vignerons
In this episode we continue our journey through the Grand Cru Territory of the Côte de Nuits--guided by some of the biggest names in the business. We focus on the world-renowned villages of Vougeot, Chambolle-Musigny, and Morey-Saint-Denis. Throughout the episode we focus on the personal connections between these incredible individuals and the famous plots of land they call home. We begin by discussing the history of the Cistercian monks in the famed Clos de Vougeot, and attempt to discover the truth behind these legends as we walk through one grand cru after another. The episode concludes as we contemplate the metaphorical Cistercian influence in the wines themselves–how to find beauty in space, stillness, and simplicity. Thank you to our guests: Marie-Andrée and Marie-Christine Mugneret, Jean-Nicolas Méo, Charles Lachaux, Jeremy Seysses, Cyprien Arlaud, and Fred Mugnier. And to Paul Wasserman and Daniel Johnnes for their commentary and expertise. This episode was created by Brenna Qu
- podcast· 1h 25m· S2E7
S2E7: Finding Magic in Vosne-Romanée
This episode of Roadside Terroir explores the human connection to the mythical vineyards of Vosne-Romanée. We test the boundaries of this world-renowned village – physically and politically, and explore how human actions have impacted the geology of the slope, and the character of the wines. We uncover the mythology of the village, and hear from legendary voices. In the vineyards, we shift our perspective to consider the individual vines, working together as a living, changing entity before tasting some of the most precious wines on the planet. This exploration opened our minds to a deeper meaning of terroir and the magic that can be found in a bottle of wine. Thank you to our guests: Marie-Andrée Mugneret, Pascal Mugneret, Charles Lachaux, and Aubert de Villaine. And to Rajat Parr, Paul Wasserman, Daniel Johnnes, Jasper Morris, and Françoise Vannier for your commentary and expertise. This episode was created by Brenna Quigley, Nick Canepa, and Jeff Alvarez. With support from Esa Eslam
- podcast· 1h 20m· S2E6
S2E6: Entering the Côte de Nuits
In this episode we venture into the world's most hallowed ground for Pinot Noir, and the northern half of Burgundy's Côte d'Or – the Côte de Nuits. While exploring the people and the wines of the Cote de Nuits Villages and the village of Nuits-Saint-Georges we explore the geologic differences that set apart the Côte de Nuits from the Côte de Beaune, search for a physical boundary between the two locations, identify the characteristics of the most famous vineyards, and see if we can taste these differences in the wines themselves. Featuring our guests Camille Thiriet, Charles Lachaux, Antoine Gouges, and Erwan Faiveley. With commentary by Paul Wasserman, Daniel Johnnes, and Françoise Vannier. This episode was created by Brenna Quigley, Nick Canepa, and Jeff Alvarez. With support from Esa Eslami, Ali Massie, and our Grand Cru Patron Steven Lipin. Thank you to our season 2 partners for making this season possible: Becky Wasserman & Co , La Paulee , and Acker Wines We want to extend a spec
- podcast· 1h 40m· S2E5
S2E5: Vignettes en Blanc
What makes the difference between good and life-changing chardonnay? This episode dives into all things white Burgundy, and continues our extended road trip through the Côte d'Or by highlighting special moments with the people who live and breath what many consider to be the greatest expression of chardonnay in the world. In Meursault we peek into a geological study of Blagny with Benjamin Leroux, then explore the minerality of the Chassagne limestone with Anne Morey, and taste through premier crus with Dominique Lafon. We are guided through the vines of Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet by Guillaume Lavollée of Domaine Genot-Boulanger, before hiking through the hallowed ground of Montrachet with fellow geologist, Françoise Vannier. Finally–we explore how different styles and philosophies of farming influence the expression of terroir with Olivier Lamy of Domaine Hubert Lamy and Jonathan Purcell of Vin Noë in Saint Aubin. This episode was created by Brenna Quigley, Nick Canep
- podcast· 1h 11m· S2E4
S2E4: Harvest in Burgundy
This special episode documents our experience harvesting in Burgundy during Vendanges 2022. We spend our time picking grapes for our dear friends Tomoko and Guillaume of Chanterêves. Tomoko walks us through every step of their winemaking process -- from selecting in the vineyards, to fermentations, pressing, and barreling down-- allowing us to experience the metamorphosis of a great wine. Towards the end of harvest we stop in at Domaine Bruno Clair in order to get a vintage perspective from the Côte de Nuits. This unique episode is meant to capture the sounds and feelings of a true Burgundian harvest -- so you should expect it to sound a bit different, and a bit more off-the-cuff than our typical episodes. We'll be back with our full exploration of the Côte d'Or with a full episode dedicated to white burgundy next month! This episode is created by Brenna Quigley, Nick Canepa, and Jeff Alvarez. With support from Esa Eslami, Ali Massie, and our Grand Cru Patron Steve Lipin. This episode
- podcast· 1h 19m· S2E5
S2E3: Ducs, Dolomite, and Double Espresso
Episode 3 continues our exploration of pinot noir in the Côte de Beaune by diving into one of the biggest rivalries of the Côte d'Or: Pommard and Volnay. We scour the vineyards, the rocks, and the history books in order to understand why these two neighbors produce such drastically different wines. After an intense discussion of some of our favorite sites, we veer off the beaten path of the Routes des Grands Crus, back into the western hills, making our way through Monthelie and Auxey Duresses as we head to St. Romain to consider Burgundian terroir from a different angle: through people who have made this place their home, in coffee, through barrels, and within music. Thank you to our guests: Thomas Bouley, Guillaume D'Angerville, Fr édéric and Clothilde Lafarge, Françoise Vannier, Matt McClune of St. Romain Coffee, Max Gigandet of François Frères, to Paul Wasserman, Daniel Johnnes, and Jasper Morris for their commentary, and the Auxey Morons for the tunes and the pizza. Thank you to o
- podcast· 1h 06m· S2E2
S2E2: The Hill and the Valley
Our second episode takes us out onto the RN74 on a hunt for both rocks and answers. We're joined by our local geologist-hero, Françoise Vannier as we hike up the Hill of Corton, and down into the Valley of Savigny-les-Beaune and Pernand-Vergelesses. Our goal is to discover the truth behind the legends that intersect the worlds of soils, wines, and kings, but end up discovering much more. Guests featured in this episode include: Michael Sager (Sager and Wilde), Paul Wasserman (Becky Wasserman & Co.), Rajat Parr (Phelan Farm), François de Nicolay (Domaine Chandon de Briailles), Chisa Bize (Domaine Simon Bize), David Croix (Domaine des Croix), Aubert de Villaine (Domaine de la Romanée Conti), and a feature of our favorite Savigny restaurant Le Soleil. Thank you to our season 2 partners for making this season possible: Becky Wasserman & Co , La Paulee , and Acker Wines Check out our website roadsideterroir.com for more details and a full transcript of this episode, plus information about o
- podcast· 21:31· S2E3
Burgundy Bonus Episode: David Croix
Established in 2005, Domaine des Croix organically farms 7.75 hectares /19.15 acres in the Côte de Beaune. We first introduced David in Part II of Episode 1 where he memorably told us about almost dying on his tractor on the steep, tilted slopes of Beaune Bressandes. In this bonus episode, we continue back to the cellar with David and taste through his Beaune wines. He describes the wines and terroirs we have just seen and discusses the winemaking philosophies behind each site. For access to all extended interviews and other bonus content sign up to be a Roadside Terroir Insider at roadsideterroir.com - Interviews for S1 are available now, and S2 coming soon! Thank you to our Season 2 partners for making this season possible: Becky Wasserman & Co , La Paulée , and Acker Wines .
- podcast· 40:29· S2E2
S2E1: Entering The Rabbit Hole - Part II
Part 2 of our first episode of Season 2 picks up right where we left off, as we head into the vineyards of Beaune with the vignerons who know it best. This episode explores the connections between the land and the people that make Beaune so unique by looking into the role of the négociant over time, the history of Biodynamic Farming in the Côte d'Or, and the connections, or perhaps dis-connections, between wine quality and reputation. Thank you to our season 2 partners for making this season possible: Becky Wasserman & Co , La Paulee , and Acker Wines We would also like to thank Le Central Boutique Hôtel Beaune for helping to make this episode possible–make sure to check out this newly renovated boutique hotel located just steps away from the beautiful Hospice du Beaune next time you're in town. Check out our website roadsideterroir.com for more details and a full transcript of this episode, plus information about our team and how to support this season. Thank you for listening--don't
- podcast· 50:35· S2E1
S2E1: Entering The Rabbit Hole - Part I
Season 2: Burgundy's Côte d'Or starts out on the train from Paris to Beaune. On our ride, we describe the formation of the Paris Basin and the rocks that make up the slopes of Burgundy as we cruise through the French countryside. We dive into the history of the region, from Roman times to the Dukes of Burgundy to the French Revolution in order to understand where the reputation of Burgundy's wines originated. Once we arrive in Beaune, we tour the city, and stop for lunch at a favorite local spot before walking the ancient underground cellars beneath the city... This season of Roadside Terroir is sponsored by Becky Wasserman & Co , La Paulée , and Acker Wines . Check out our website roadsideterroir.com for more details and a full transcript of this episode, plus information about our team and how to support this season. Thank you for listening--don't forget to hit subscribe!
- podcast· 1:12
Season Two - Burgundy Teaser
Season 2: Burgundy's Côte d'Or is coming soon! Are you ready for a sneak-peek? We've spent over 6 months exploring this historic region from every angle, and we can't wait to share it with you. Can you pick out any classic Burgundian sounds or voices in this teaser? Let us know @roadsideterroir Check out our website roadsideterroir.com for more details on our team and how to support this upcoming season. Thank you to our Season 2 Sponsors: La Paulée, Acker Wines, and Becky Wasserman & Co. Don't forget to hit subscribe so you can be the first to hear Season 2 Episode 1!