Kosher Sommelier Podcast
Welcome to the Kosher Sommelier! This podcast aims to elevate, inform, and entertain wine lovers from casual drinkers to connoisseurs, with a focus on the kosher market. Hosted by Andrew Breskin, we are going to focus on getting to know some notable players in the kosher wine space, such as winemakers, wine critics, and movers and shakers in the business of wine. We will also be leveraging Andrew’s extensive network in the broader wine world to have some meaningful conversations with some great personalities. Thanks for joining us and please subscribe!
Episodes
In this episode, we catch up with David Edelman, who has been making wine for years, and has been tasked to be one of a handful of kosher winemakers who crafts some of the most exquisite and expensive kosher wines in the world.
Our program is underwritten by LiquidKosher, a curated kosher wine club and boutique. Our host, Andrew Breskin, the Kosher Sommelier, personally selects every wine that is sold, and curates thoughtful select...
In this episode, we sit down with Elizabeth Kratz, editor of the New Jersey Jewish Link to talk about her career in journalism and her path towards learning and tasting wine, and how she eventually became the driving force behind one of the most notable kosher wine publications in the USA.
Our program is underwritten by LiquidKosher, a curated kosher wine club and boutique. Our host, Andrew Breskin, the Kosher Sommelier, personally ...
In this episode, the Kosher Sommelier greets wine royalty, Andrew's good friend and colleague, Master Sommelier Dan Pilkey. Hear all about the road to becoming a Master Sommelier, a title that less than 200 people in the world have held. Dan shares countless experiences that will push you to become a more comfortable and confident wine lover.
Our program is underwritten by LiquidKosher, a curated kosher wine club and boutique....
In this episode, we chat with Alan Berger, owner and operator of Grand Getaways Passover Resort. We discuss the ins and outs of being successful in this highly complex business, the challenges and triumphs, and of course, the incredibly deep wine program that ties it all together.
Our program is underwritten by LiquidKosher, a curated kosher wine club and boutique. Our host, Andrew Breskin, the Kosher Sommelier, personally sel...
In this episode, we hear from boutique Burgundy importer Jason Berry, of Amitie Wines in San Diego, Calif. Jason shares his road to Burgundy as a wine lover and how he turned that passion into a successful business. Hear about why Burgundy is one of the most important wine regions, and tips to appreciate this fantastic genre at any level.
Our program is underwritten by LiquidKosher, a curated kosher wine club an...
In this episode, we visit local San Diego Distillery and have an extended session sixth founder and distiller Trent Tilton. Aside from his full time job as a registered nurse, he also has a second full time job fulfilling his passion with these “spiritual” pursuits.
We discuss the process of distilling, how spirits get their flavor, how to properly taste whiskey, and participate in a partial tasting of really awesome products. If yo...
In this episode, we sit down with Morgan Witt, a local digital marketing executive who is in the process of developing his wine business plan to bring family owned wineries in front of wine collectors and restaurant buyers. We discuss the challenges of wine marketing and branding, and how to build the relationship between producer and consumer. Also, we spend some time discussing the history of Andrew’s importing business, and how ...
Episode 6: Benyamin Cantz of Four Gates Winery, Santa Cruz, CA -
In this episode, we are interviewing a person who, at least for the kosher wine drinker, needs no introduction. Benyamin Cantz founded the Four Gates Winery on a hillside in the Santa Cruz Mountains almost 30 years ago, and never looked back. We spent over an hour together and cover interesting topics from how he got started, to his thoughts on the world of wine ...
Episode 5: Yitz Applbaum -
In this episode, we travel to Oakland, California and have an interesting chat with Industry Trailblazer and Kosher Wine Collector, Yitz Applbaum. We cover how Yitz came into a passion for wine, started several kosher wine brands, and eventually focused on his collecting. Known for his passion for Israel and its wines, Yitz regularly hosts wine tastings for celebrities and government officials ...
Episode 4 - White Wine Revolution with Andrew
In this episode, listen in as I share my thoughts about how we are in the midst of a kosher white wine revolution. We’ve made it this far with great kosher wines from around the world, but is there another big shift coming? Listen to where I think this is going, and why. Here are some links to articles that I not so casually refer to in this show.
Rosh Hashanah Wines:
In this episode, we get to know a winemaker whose name in kosher circles in gaining recognition, while he’s already quite recognized in the broader wine world. Josh Klapper founded TIMBRE Winery, formerly known as La Fenetre, focusing on Burgundian varietals in the Central Coast. We hear about Josh’s career as an award winning Sommelier who earned a Wine Spectator Grand Award, how be transitioned to winemaking, and his involvement ...
In this episode, we are live from the heart of Burgundy. Enjoy this enlightening conversation with Francois Chaveriat, head winemaker of Domaine Chantal Lescure in the Cote de Beaune. After tasting from the barrels, we have an interesting conversation about wine growing practices. What is the significance of organic wines? How does this play into the conversation about terroir and authenticity? Listen to hear deep secrets of the vi...
In this episode, listen in and be fascinated by one of the most interesting personalities in the world of Israeli wine, winemaker Ya’acov Oryah. Ya’acov is the head winemaker for the Psagot Winery in Israel, but is mostly known for his eponymous winery, focusing on all things white, and orange (with a little bit of red as well). Listen in to hear about his paradigm shifting approach to wine production, and his unique - and controve...
In this episode, get to know the host of the Kosher Sommelier Podcast, Andrew Breskin. Andrew will describe his background in the wine industry, his fascination with all things wine, and the wine business. How does one learn about tasting? What is the secret to working your way up in the wine industry? Have a listen and enjoy!
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