SOMM TV wine & food – Details, episodes & analysis

Xander Soren has been famous for creating cutting edge software for apple including “Garage Band”.  Now he will be known for creating one of the most exciting new collections of Pinot Noir with the express mission of pairing with Japanese food.  Today we talk about his story and how he approached this incredible challenge.  This episode is brought to you by our new film “Ghosts of Napa Valley”, a true wine country story  about the past trying to talk to us, go to sommfilms.com to buy tickets and SOMMTV.com for the October 11th streaming release.

A brand new wine film "The Widow Clicquot" is now in theaters around the world based on the life of the woman who founded the modern Champagne house "Veuve Clicquot".  

On the first part of the show, Jason is joined by his James Beard award winning producer Jackson Myers to discuss what makes a "wine film".  In the second part of the show Jason interviews "Widow Clicquot" producer Christina Weiss Lurie about her ten year journey to make the film, if the Champagne house was involved, and what it means to be able to finally tell this story.  

Make sure to subscribe to SOMMTV.com to get access to our films and shows and watch our own new wine film "Ghosts of Napa Valley" premiering October 11th on SOMM TV after select theaters beginning September 3rd 2024. 

A legend of American wine is remembered on today’s episode.  

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.

It’s time for Tiki Cocktails! Grab a glass and listen to the history, the fluctuating popularity of the tiki bar, and some favorite recipes from Jason Wise, Claire Coppi, and Amanda Sasser (owner of The CanTiki Bar). 

Jason Wise interviews Brandon Wise, the artist for all the SOMM films, posters, and graphics, and who also happens to be his brother. They share stories about growing up in an artistic household, Brandon’s inspirations, drawing all by hand, and his favorite pieces. Keep an ear out for a special movie reference from the ’80s.
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For more information on the 2021 poster, or to purchase one of the remaining prints, click here: https://shop.sommtv.com/collections/prints/products/limited-edition-2021-somm-poster

Jason Wise sits down with Kyle and Katina Connaughton of SingleThread Farm and Restaurant in Healdsburg, California, about running a restaurant, farming, cooking, and the magic behind it all. They share their most memorable/life changing meals, what it's like to work together as husband and wife, and opening up their world to the cameras of SOMM TV.
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Pairings is a brand new series on SOMM TV about the beauty, frustration, and genius of the greatest chefs and somms. The first episode, which features SingleThread, is now live on SOMM TV. Check out the series trailer here: https://sommtv.vhx.tv/videos/pairings-official-trailer

Wine NFTs are becoming more popular with wineries, brands, and individuals so Jason Wise sits down with Andrew Allison and Cameron Roblee of Cuvée Collective, the world’s first wine NFT club, to talk about how NFTs work in the world of wine, how they also expand into actual experiences, and how it may bring more people to wine. To learn more about Cuvée Collective, visit https://www.cuveecollective.com/

Jason Wise and Claire Coppi discuss filming for the next film in haunted wineries, and their favorite restaurant pairings in celebration of the upcoming premiere episode of the new show "Pairings" featuring SingleThread in Healdsburg, California  - the show premieres July 29th. Get SOMM TV for only $49.99 a year at SOMMTV.com and stream on any device worldwide with our app.

Get ready for bubbles because today’s pod is all about sparkling wine from Northern Italy. That’s right, this is a conversation all about Franciacorta and if you aren’t familiar with it, you’ll be glad you tuned in. Jason Wise and Jacob Gragg discuss the history of this region, the characteristics, and Ca’ del Bosco, a winery that produces exceptional Franciacorta.

In celebration of the upcoming film Auction Lot 288, Jason Wise and Shakera Jones talk about aged wine and in particular, aged Champagne, and what the 1874 Perrier-Jouët might taste like when it’s opened.  Having Survived World Wars, Stock Market Crashes, and Pandemics, the story of the 1874 Bottle of Perrier-Jouët, culminates as the star of the December 2021 Auction at Christie’s of London. The film premieres July 8th, only on SOMM TV.