Somm Journal Winery Close-Up Series

Winery Close-Up Series

A year-long webinar series featuring themes illustrated through SommGeo in collaboration with the Somm Journal.

Aroma Therapy

Aroma Therapy

Our panel of wine producers walk us through the factors and components behind the distinct aromatic profiles of their select white wines to help us “know it when we smell it.”
Aroma Therapy
Big Reds

Big Reds

Does “big” mean brawny, or bodacious? Broad-shouldered, or breathtaking? We explore the subtleties of full-bodied reds with six producers split between the old and new worlds.
Big Reds
Chardonnay

Chardonnay

Chardonnay is no subservient lap dog; it demands attention. It is incumbent upon agronomist and enologist alike to draw out its best character through a delicate balance of nature or nurture.
Chardonnay
Estates

Estates

To find that “unicorn” vineyard and fulfill its promise of extraordinary wine requires knowledge, skill, and patience. We look in-depth at unique plots of earth where talented winemakers draw excellence.
Estates
Iconic Grapes

Iconic Grapes

Certain grapes and certain areas are indelibly linked to—and virtually defined by—each other. Join our exploration of iconic grapes with a panel from their distinctive regions.
Iconic Grapes
Minerality

Minerality

Minerals are in the soil, no doubt, and soil defines a big part of a wine’s flavor. But the definition of “minerality” in wine is controversial, evasive, and subjective.
Minerality
Phenolics

Phenolics

When winemakers play with their phenols, they release a plethora of pleasure-inducing, palate-pleasing perceptions. Let’s ask our panel to tell us how they do it.
Phenolics
Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir

Drawing on the insights of seven Pinot Noir whisperers from distinct terroirs around the world, participants will learn about the intricacies of this notorious grape and discover the secrets to producing Pinot with panache.
Pinot Noir
Rising Stars

Rising Stars

The wine world savors historic places and iconic names, but its true spices are the up-and-comers who bring new excitement to our industry. Meet the rising stars lighting up tomorrow’s skies.
Rising Stars
Southern Hemisphere

Southern Hemisphere

Is winemaking in the Southern Hemisphere about mirror images or a brave new world? Terroir changes but basics remain the same, with parallels to be drawn.
Southern Hemisphere
Sustainability

Sustainability

From farming to winemaking processes, we discuss using less water, conserving energy, natural pest control, recycling, and preventing soil erosion with the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance.
Sustainability
Western Europe

Western Europe

Western Europe can be considered the standard bearer for terroir expression and varietal typicity. Join our cross section of “old world” producers to delve into their distinctive regions.
Western Europe