The Kosher Terroir Solomon Simon Jacob

Send a Text Message to The Kosher TerroirWe invite you to celebrate our first anniversary of The Kosher Terroir podcast! My sister-in-law, writer Eva Trieger, joins me for an engaging interview, where we review the year's shows while charting the remarkable evolution of kosher wine over the past few decades. We've covered everything from the transformation of Israel's Judean Hills to the global reach of kosher winemaking in places like South Africa and California. The journey of kosher w...

Send a Text Message to The Kosher TerroirJoin us as we sit down with Natanel Neli Sagiv, an assistant winemaker at Covenant Winery, who shares his unexpected journey from a high-tech career to the art of winemaking in Berkeley. Learn how a chance meeting with Jeff Morgan changed his career path forever. Together, we savor Covenant's Chardonnay 23, Levan, and discuss its fresh, crisp, and well-balanced notes, providing a sensory experience you won't want to miss.In this episode, Neli opens up ...

Send a Text Message to The Kosher TerroirEver wondered how the unique climatic and geographical conditions of the Western Upper Galilee shape some of Israel's most intriguing wines? Join us as we sit down with Itay Lahat, an acclaimed Israeli winemaker whose journey from local vineyards to international accolades is truly inspiring. From his hands-on education in Australia at the University of Adelaide and the Petaluma Winery, to his robust academic background with an MBA from Hebrew Universi...

Send a Text Message to The Kosher TerroirIs it possible to merge tradition with innovation? Join us as we explore the Herzog family's illustrious wine legacy through the eyes of Joseph Herzog, an eighth-generation family member and Vice President of the Herzog Cellars California operations. Joseph shares his incredible journey from modest real estate ambitions to managing a cutting-edge winery in Oxnard, California. Learn about the family rules and unwavering support that have been crucial in...

Send a Text Message to The Kosher TerroirWhat does transforming a small winery into a major mover in the Israeli wine industry take? This episode of The Kosher Terroir holds the answers as we chat with Eran Pick, the winemaker and general manager at Tzora Vineyards. Eran's journey into the world of winemaking began with an unexpected spark during his time in the Israeli Air Force, leading him to a passionate career marked by global experiences and prestigious education. Discover how a chance ...

Send a Text Message to The Kosher TerroirPart 2:What if we told you that Israel's wine industry is rapidly becoming a force to be reckoned with, blending centuries-old tradition with cutting-edge technology? In this episode of Kosher Terroir, we take you on an exhilarating journey through the Israeli wine landscape with the incredibly talented winemakers Efi Kotz and Shachar Mamor of Recanati Winery. Discover Shachar's unique path from a childhood on an agricultural farm and a psychology degr...