Podcasts about Rajat Parr

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Alejandro Medina, its owner, brings Indian culinary heritage to Santa Barbara while championing regenerative farming and natural wines.Inspired by his mentor, Rajat Parr, Alejandro developed Bibi Ji to honor generations of Indian culinary tradition. The restaurant's name itself, a term of endearment for a respected female figure, reflects the homage paid to grandmothers and mothers who passed down cherished recipes. Alejandro meticulously recreates traditional Kolkata dishes using local, sustainably sourced ingredients.A major pillar of Bibi Ji's philosophy is its dedication to natural wines. Contrary to the belief that Indian cuisine pairs best with beer, Alejandro curates an extensive selection of natural wines. “People care so much about where their food comes from, but we often feel sometimes that it's overlooked about what they're drinking,” Alejandro said. His goal is to highlight wines that are farmed and crafted with the same care as the restaurant's ingredients.Beyond the plate and glass, Alejandro takes sustainability a step further by prioritizing regenerative agriculture. The restaurant sources from farmers who practice organic and biodynamic methods, ensuring the land remains fertile for future generations. “I'm here to do my best part that I can for future generations and giving back to the land in any way that we can,” Alejandro shared. Even seemingly small choices, like harvesting cover crops for use in dishes rather than allowing conventional farms to spray them with pesticides, contribute to his mission of reducing waste and environmental impact.Bibi Ji is currently raising capital on SMBX to support its growth. Alejandro and his team recently relocated the restaurant, doubling its size and requiring significant renovations. The funds will help expand operations, restructure loans, and sustain their commitment to quality and sustainability.Alejandro's passion for food, wine, and environmental responsibility has positioned Bibi Ji as a culinary destination that respects tradition while pioneering change. By blending heritage recipes with forward-thinking sustainability, he is reshaping perceptions of Indian cuisine while making a positive impact on the planet.tl;dr:Alejandro Medina honors Indian culinary traditions at Bibi Ji, blending authentic flavors with sustainable, local ingredients.The restaurant features natural wines, challenging the notion that Indian food pairs best with beer.Alejandro prioritizes regenerative agriculture, working with farmers who use organic and biodynamic methods.Bibi Ji is raising funds on SMBX to support its expansion, operational growth, and financial restructuring.Alejandro's superpower is cultivating connection, using food and hospitality to bring people together and build community.How to Develop Building Connections Through Food and Hospitality As a SuperpowerAlejandro Medina's superpower is cultivating connection—an ability to bring people together through food, wine, and hospitality. “For me, it's really about bringing people together, kind of forgetting what's going on in the world, just for that moment in time that we're having a meal or we're enjoying a bottle of wine,” he explained. His restaurant, Bibi Ji, isn't just a dining experience—it's a communal space where people feel welcome, appreciated, and connected.Illustrative Story: Alejandro's commitment to connection extends beyond his restaurant. Growing up in a Bolivian-American family, he learned the importance of giving back and strengthening communities. One of his most impactful experiences was donating clothes to local villages near his family's ranch in Bolivia. This formative act of generosity shaped his perspective on hospitality—not just as a business, but as a way to create meaningful relationships and uplift others. At Bibi Ji, he carries this philosophy forward, treating every guest like family and ensuring his restaurant serves as a hub of warmth and belonging.Tips to Develop This Superpower:Embrace Open-Mindedness: Alejandro believes that learning never stops. Be curious about different cultures, foods, and perspectives.Prioritize Genuine Interactions: Whether in business or daily life, take the time to connect with people on a personal level.Practice Generosity: Give back in small or big ways—whether through hospitality, community service, or simple acts of kindness.Create Shared Experiences: Whether it's through food, conversation, or storytelling, find ways to bring people together in meaningful ways.Stay Present: Engage fully in conversations and interactions, valuing each moment as an opportunity to strengthen bonds.By following Alejandro Medina's example and advice, you can make cultivating connection a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileAlejandro Medina (he/him):Owner, Bibi JiAbout Bibi Ji: Bibi Ji is a modern Indian restaurant with a low-intervention wine program.Website: bibijisb.comCompany Facebook Page: facebook.com/bibijisantabarbaraOther URL: smbx.in/wbibBiographical Information: Alejandro Medina is the Owner and Managing Partner at Bibi Ji, Santa Barbara's first modern Indian restaurant and natural wine bar. Having grown up in Santa Barbara, Alejandro has strong ties to the region and it's food and wine industry. After several years delving into the local wine industry in 2018 (at just 33 years old), he founded Bibi Ji which has become a fixture in the local Santa Barbara restaurant community. Instagram Handle: @bibijisbSupport Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include FundingHope, Pivotal Health, SuperCrowdLA and Crowdfunding Made Simple. 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This episode features winemaker Rajat Parr, a sommelier turned farmer, published author, and mentor to many. He speaks of people, places, and wines with such a wealth of knowledge, and he is one of those people who is making an impact far beyond what he himself may even know.. His focus these days is his property in Cambria, on California's Central Coast, taking care of the vineyards of Phelan Farm. He talks about how this is unlike any project he's been involved with in the past because it is not a just a project, it's his life, his home. He is using farming practices specifically dedicated to soil health, and you'll hear about his dedication to these efforts. Speaking about these wines puts Atlanta and the Southeast market frequently on his travel map – as well as his appreciation for the Atlanta restaurant scene. We talk about his role as a mentor in this industry and why it continues to be a priority in his life. He accepted the Hue Soceity's "Winemaker of the Year" award at the Wine and Culture Fest in Atlanta in 2023. You can learn more about his work at www.phelanfarm.com and you can follow @rajatparr on Instagram. Recorded April 21, 2024 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/acorkintheroad/support

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, Brady Weller and Billy Galanko are joined once again by Rajat "Raj" Parr, world-renowned sommelier, winemaker, author, and wine educator with over two decades of experience in the wine industry. With a reputation for having one of the most refined palates in the world, Raj has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including being named Best Sommelier in America by the James Beard Foundation and Wine & Spirits Magazine's Sommelier of the Year.In this episode, we check in on Raj as he works to continue building a sustainable ecosystem around Phelan Farm, his most recent project and the focus of much of his time and attention in the vineyard (and winery), including working with Palomino, a rarely-cultivated grape in California. He has imported barrels from San Lucar de Barrameda to mature his Palomino and even grows flor! We also hear from Raj about his recent travels to Spain and tasting with producers in Jerez, Galicia, and Ribera Sacra.As always, Raj is a wealth of knowledge and I n inspiration to folks across the industry who are deeply passionate about the craft of grape growing and winemaking. Check out Rajat's other projects, including Sandhi Wines, Domaine de la Cote, and Evening Land Vineyards.For more information on wine and spirits investing with Vint, please contact us anytime at brady@vint.co or billy@vint.co. The Vint Podcast is brought to you by the Vint Marketplace, your source for the highest quality stock of fine wines and rare whiskies. Visit www.vintmarketplace.com. Cheers!Past Guests Include: William Kelley, Peter Liem, Eric Asimov, Bobby Stuckey, Rajat "Raj" Parr, Erik Segelbaum, André Hueston Mack, Emily Saladino, Konstantin Baum, Landon Patterson, Heather Wibbels, Carlton "CJ" Fowler, Boris Guillome, Christopher Walkey, Danny Jassy, Kristy Wenz, Dan Petroski, Buster Scher, Andrew Nelson, Jane Anson, Tim Irwin, Matt Murphy, Allen Meadows, Altan Insights, Tim Gaiser, Vince Anter, Joel Peterson, Megan O'Connor, Adam Lapierre, Jason Haas, Ken Freeman, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Skyler Weekes, Mary Gorman McAdams, Nick King, Bartholomew Broadbent, Nick Jackson, Dillon Sykes, Mark Bell, David Keck, John Szabo, Channing Frye, Jay Hack, Julia Harding, Austin Hope, Michael Minnillo, Jermaine Stone, Jim Madsen, Santiago Archaval, Tom Smith, and more! Disclaimer: https://vint.co/disclaimer

When I developed this season of California and Central Coast legends, I came across an article about sommelier and farmer Rajat Parr. It was written by Esther Mobley, the senior wine critic for the San Francisco Chronicle. She called him one of the wine industry's biggest celebrities and California's most influential sommelier—and she's certainly not the only one. Rajat Parr is an absolute giant of the wine world, having worked as a sommelier for restaurateur Michael Mina for many years in San Francisco, and co-authoring two very important books: Secrets of the Sommeliers and The Sommelier's Atlas of Taste. So imagine my surprise when he instantly accepted my email request for an interview. Since moving away from the sommelier and restaurant world, he has taken up as a farmer and winemaker in Cambria at Phelan Farm, Stolo Vineyard, Domaine de la Cote, and Sandhi Wines. We talked about his upbringing in Calcutta, his original goal to become a chef, the way he risked it all to move to San Francisco, and his legendary and well-documented blind-tasting abilities. Website: phelanfarm.com / sandhiwines.com / domainedelacote.com / stolofamilyvineyards.com Instagram: @rajatparr

Renowned winemaker Rajat Parr joins the podcast to talk about his career, sommeliers, and how winemaking takes place on a farm.  Make sure to subscribe to SOMMTV.COM to watch our new documentary on the next generation of Bourgogne winemaking and watch this episode plus hundreds of hours of the best food and wine movies and shows anywhere else.

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, Brady Weller and Billy Galanko are joined by Rajat Parr, a world-renowned sommelier, winemaker, author, and wine educator with over two decades of experience in the wine industry. With a reputation for having one of the most refined palates in the world, Raj has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including being named Best Sommelier in America by the James Beard Foundation and Wine & Spirits Magazine's Sommelier of the Year.In this episode, we delve into Raj's focus on sustainability in winemaking, where he promotes biodynamic practices and highlights the importance of land, water, and wildlife management in the ecosystem of a vineyard. We also discuss his current projects, including Sandhi Wines, Domaine de la Cote, and Evening Land Vineyards.Moreover, we explore Raj's views on "New World" vs "Old World" as a means of distinction in wine, providing valuable insights and knowledge about the differences in the winemaking process between these two "worlds".For more information on the Vint platform, please contact us anytime at brady@vint.co or billy@vint.co. Check out our newest offerings: Vint.co Cheers!Past Guests Include: Raj Parr, Erik Segelbaum, André Hueston Mack, Emily Saladino, Konstantin Baum, Landon Patterson, Heather Wibbels, Carlton "CJ" Fowler, Boris Guillome, Christopher Walkey, Danny Jassy, Kristy Wenz, Dan Petroski, Buster Scher, Andrew Nelson, Wayne Baxendale, Tim Irwin, Matt Murphy, Allen Meadows, Altan Insights, Tim Gaiser, Vince Anter, Joel Peterson, Megan O'Connor, Adam Lapierre, Jason Haas, Ken Freeman, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Nick King, Bartholomew Broadbent, Nick Jackson, Dillon Sykes, Mark Bell, David Keck Disclaimer: https://vint.co/disclaimer

In this episode of Wine & BBQ, we talk to Rajat Parr from Phelan Farm. See all things Phelan Farm here: https://phelanfarm.com Phelan Farm on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phelanfarmcambria Rajat Parr on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rajatparr Purchase wines here: https://phelanfarm.com/pages/wines-phelan-farm Rajat Parr Wines: https://www.instagram.com/rajparrwines Evening Land Vineyards: https://www.instagram.com/elvwines Domaine de la Côte: https://www.instagram.com/domainedelacote Secrets of the Sommeliers with Rajat Parr: https://amzn.to/3wbHKJ6 The Sommeliers Atlas of Taste with Rajat Parr: https://amzn.to/3LUZgrN Feges BBQ on Goldbelly: https://www.goldbelly.com/feges-bbq Feges BBQ Spring Branch: https://fegesbbq.com/spring-branch Feges BBQ Greenway Plaza: https://fegesbbq.com/greenway-plaza

Episode 4 of Wine & BBQ with Erin Feges featuring special guest Jordan Mackay. See him on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/therealjordanmackay See all of his Texas Monthly articles here: https://whiskeyriver.dev/tag/jordan-mackay See all things Feges BBQ here: https://fegesbbq.com/ Purchase his book here: Franklin Barbecue: https://amzn.to/3KVGDm7 Secrets of the Sommeliers with Rajat Parr: https://amzn.to/3wbHKJ6 Franklin Steak: https://amzn.to/39PQ1Lv The Sommeliers Atlas of Taste with Rajat Parr: https://amzn.to/3LUZgrN Two in the Kitchen with Christie Dufault: https://amzn.to/3wg1VWr Knife with John Tesar: https://amzn.to/3skItGU See Jordan's Website here: https://www.jordanmackay.com

On this episode of Spoon Mob's Chefs & Guests podcast series, Ray chats with co-founder, co-owner, and wine director Mark Bright of Saison Hospitality about growing up east of Chicago, the trip to Europe that got him hooked on wine, how he got hired at Aqua at the Bellagio with barely any restaurant experience, why he dropped out of medical school, learning from four future Master Sommeliers, how the opportunity to work with sommelier Rajat Parr at Michael Mina's San Francisco flagship restaurant came to be, finding his own path outside the Court of Master Sommeliers, not passing the advanced sommelier exam, why Local Wine Kitchen & Merchant didn't work out, how and why he partnered with chef Josh Skenes to open Saison, everything that went into starting Saison as a pop up, getting awarded one, two, and then three Michelin stars, the idea behind the Bright Wine Fund, the misconception he was a partner in Vinyl Wine Bar, starting Partage Winery, the challenges of being a first time winemaker, winning the Wine Spectator Grand Award, installing a new team after chef Josh Skenes stepped away from the kitchen, why Angler was chosen as the concept for expansion for Saison Hospitality, the future of Saison Smokehouse, hosting virtual wine tastings during the covid lockdowns, tasting champagne from a 1907 Baltic Sea shipwreck, where his love for Dunkin' Donuts comes from, future plans, answers the question left behind by chef Tyler Stemmer of Pleasantry, and more before taking on the “burning grill” questions! For more on wine director Mark Bright visit spoonmob.com/markbright and follow him on Instagram @markbrightwine, @saisonhospitality, @saisonsf, @anglersanfrancisco, @anglerlosangeles, @saisonsmokehouse, @partagewinery, @saison_winery & @saison_cellar. Visit saisonsf.com, anglerrestaurants.com, saisonsmokehouse.com, partagewinery.com, saisonwines.com & saisoncellar.com for menu details, wine lists, reservations, and online wine ordering. For all things Spoon Mob, visit spoonmob.com and make sure to follow us on Instagram (@spoonmob), Twitter (@spoonmob1), and Facebook (@spoonmob1). Audio Editing by @TrackEditPrint. Intro music by @kabbalisticvillage.

Our very Special Guest is Author Valerie Rice. Her new book is Lush Life, Food & Drinks From The Garden Order your copy TODAY at Amazon - Lush Life: Food & Drinks from the Garden By Author Valerie Rice & Photographer Gemma Ingalls Guided by the seasons and nurtured by the California sunshine, Santa Barbara-based author, master gardener, home chef, and serial entertainer Valerie Rice has created a gorgeous debut cookbook that will put the joy back into cooking, Lush Life: Food & Drinks from the Garden  More than just a collection of recipes for food and drinks from the garden, Lush Life includes what, when and how to plant a garden that will feed and inspire all year round. In her debut book, Valerie brings together more than 150 of her favorite seasonal recipes for entertaining, family meals, snacks, and so much more, including cocktails and wine commentary from award-winning sommelier and winemaker Rajat Parr. Valerie and her edible garden are also featured in the current issue of Sunset Magazine. Valerie has been a huge supporter of LA Loves Alex's Lemonade. “Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be chewed and digested; that is, some books are to be read only in parts; others to be read, but not curiously; and some few are to be read wholly, and with diligence and attention.” ― Francis Bacon, The Essays Valerie Rice's new book, Lush Life: Food & Drinks from the Garden is one such book: To be savored, for sure. To be ear-tagged, opened and to go back to time and time again. It is Lush. It is beautiful. It is life. Order Here! https://www.amazon.com/Lush-Life-Food-Drinks-Garden/dp/1945551976 Valerie Rice on IG: @eatdrinkgarden

What can I say about Raj Parr that hasn't been said before, Raj is the greatest uncertified Sommelier in the world with the most revered palate. His career in hospitality spans the Fifth Floor, the Michael Mina Group including RN74 and his Bibi Ji. He is the award-winning author of “Secrets of Sommeliers and most recently, “The Sommelier's Atlas of Wine” Raj is the founding partner, proprietor and winemaker at Sandhi, Evening Land and Domaine de la Cote. Raj just got his ass out of Santa Barbara and moved to Cambria to his own bio-diverse Phelan Farm.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support The Grape Nation by becoming a member!The Grape Nation is Powered by Simplecast. 

Minimal intervention, a sense of place and interview with winemaker, Rajat Parr. ON THE ROAD with Chuck Cramer is about California’s cool, aspirational lifestyle and awesome wines hosted by Chuck Cramer, a California native, living in London and is the Director of European sales & marketing, Terlato Wines. This is a wine journey covering the hottest topics in the business of wine, chatting along the way with the experts in the world of wine who make it all happen. This week’s episode includes an interview with Rajat Parr.

Raj Parr is a sommelier turned winemaker, who oversaw the wine program of the Michael Mina restaurant group in San Francisco before starting his own wineries. He now has three projects - Evening Land Vineyards in Oregon, and Sandhi and Domaine de la Côte in Santa Barbara with his business partner, Sashi Moorman. He produces mainly Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, grown biodynamically and organically. We talk to Raj about growing up in Calcutta and how his upbringing formed how he eats and approaches food today. We hear about his journey to move to America to learn to cook, and then his meteoric rise as one of the world's top sommeliers and wine professionals. Raj discusses his own health journey, and how an injury forced him to reassess his diet and go back to his roots. We also talk about organic and biodynamic viticulture and how that approach has changed how he drinks, as well as how he makes his own wines. Raj has also written two groundbreaking books - Secrets of the Sommeliers: How to Think and Drink Like the World's Top Wine Professionals and The Sommelier's Atlas of Taste: A Field Guide to the Great Wines of Europe. Show Notes: -Daniel Johnnes -Larry Stone -CIA Hyde Park -Michael Mina Group -Evening Land Vineyards -Sandhi Winery -Domaine de la Cote -Jordan Mackay -Secrets of the Sommeliers: How to Think and Drink Like the World's Top Wine Professionals -The Sommelier's Atlas of Taste @rajatparr Sponsored Promotions: 15% off ECFit Strength with code FINELINE15 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/finelinepodcast/support

Award-winning winemaker, sommelier, and author Rajat Parr joins Jordan Salcito for Episode 7 of Opening Up. Rajat opens up about how soil impacts a wine's taste, his faith in biodynamic and organic farming, why curiosity is the most important attribute in the wine business and what's next in his journey through life and wine.

Jason Wise sits down with Rajat Parr to discuss this year’s harvest (recorded last week, prior to the new fires), making money in the wine business, natural wine, SOMM 3, Domaine de la Côte, and more.

Brenna Quigley is a geologist and founder of the Roadside Terroir podcast. In this episode we go into how she got into wine, the natural connection between wine and geology and her love of both, women in the wine world, the wine community, the complicated geological terroir that is Alsace, blind tasting with her friend and mentor Rajat Parr, grapes she couldn't live without, and many many segues. A lot of segues. We also talk about why and how Brenna got into creating her podcast and what she has in mind for future seasons.   Brenna received her Bachelor’s Degree in Aquatic Biology and Geology from the University of California, Santa Barbara in 2012, and her Masters in Geology in 2015. Her research focused on geologic mapping and structural geology (how and why rocks deform). She has also worked extensively in the mining industry where she further developed her skills in geologic mapping and interpretation, soil sampling, and geophysical surveying. Today Brenna works with wine professionals in all areas of the trade, from growers in France to importers and buyers in the US, in order to precisely define the most impactful elements of their terroirs in a relevant and approachable manner. Her work takes her all over the world, from Santa Barbara to Burgundy to Austria.    Our audio conversation was recorded over Zoom video conferencing from her residence in Napa Valley, California.   Get ready for a fun conversation. Pull up a chair, grab a glass and enjoy! Brenna's Instagram content can be found here-   https://www.instagram.com/brennaquigley/    The Roadside Terroir podcast can be found here-   https://www.roadsideterroir.com/ - Brenna's photo courtesy of Summer Staeb.   Photos and liner notes of all guests appearing on the show can be found on our website-     https://friendsofthevine.podbean.com/    For podcast updates and to follow the show as we source out future guests look us up on Instagram-   http://instagram.com/ianswinetruths   All music found in this podcast is courtesy of the group Shakamoraine-   They can be followed here: https://facebook.com/Shakamoraine/

Co-founder of Domaine de la Côte, three-time James Beard Award winner and one of the world’s foremost experts on wine, Rajat Parr discusses his journey into wine, the importance of mentorship and his current projects. For more info on Rajat Parr and the Raj Parr Wine Club: http://sandhiwines.com https://www.rajparrwineclub.com

Zach speaks with Rajat Parr, acclaimed sommelier, winemaker at Sandhi, Domaine de la Côte, and Evening Land, as well as the author of The Sommelier's Atlas of Taste and Secrets of the Sommelier, about how winery work is proceding during lockdown and what wines and books he's catching up on. If you have suggestions for future conversations, please send them to podcast@vinepair.com, and remember to rate and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening, and be well. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We talk about the differences in how they came to wine, about their views on winemaking and a bit about their market position - and also about they came to know each other.  We also talk about the threat of imposing an import tax on European wines in the US and how it will effect the American market. Chanin and Parr also share some of their view on what they think the future will hold share some of their favourite wine areas.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

En este episodio platicamos con Rajat Parr ( Domaine de la cote, Sandhi Wines). Hablamos sobre sus inicios como sommelier y su transición a enólogo en California. Probamos dos de sus vinos insignia y discutimos sobre cartas de vino, inspiración y tips sobre catas a ciegas! Disfruten!

Interviews with Rajat Parr and Drew Hendricks on how they each found their unique niche in the wine industry.

In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Rajat Parr.  We speak to Rajat about:  Mentorship Chardonnay and Gamay Santa Barbara County And so much more…………… Rajat's Bio Partner/Proprietor, Sandhi, Domaine de la Côte; Evening Land Vineyards  Co-founder of Domaine de la Côte, Rajat is a three-time James Beard Award winner and regarded as one of the world's foremost experts on wine.   A trained chef, Rajat grew up in Calcutta, India, before journeying to the United States where he graduated from the Culinary Institute of America at Hyde Park. It was at the CIA where his interest in wine took hold. After graduation, Rajat chose to pursue the cellar instead of the kitchen, venturing to San Francisco to join the staff of Rubicon, the renowned wine-focused restaurant of Master Sommelier Larry Stone. Rajat quickly rose in the ranks, becoming a protégé of Stone. Here he honed his wine knowledge and tasting skills, while beginning a career that would see him become one the world's most celebrated sommeliers.  Raj eventually left Rubicon to take over the wine program at San Francisco's landmark Fifth Floor restaurant before moving to join chef Michael Mina as wine director of that chef's eponymous restaurant. The Mina Group would eventually spawn over 20 restaurants across the country, wine programs all overseen by Rajat. During this period winemaking began to evermore capture his imagination.  Eternally fascinated not just with the taste of wine, but the question of why it tastes the way it does, Rajat not only frequently traveled to European wine regions; he also made use of his proximity to California wine country, becoming close with several of California's top winemakers. This ultimately translated into bottling his own wines. At first these were blends selected from wines produced by others, but in short time Raj became more deeply involved—calling picking times, overseeing fermentations, etc. As vineyards and winemaking became ever more an obsession, Raj made the transition from sommelier to producer.  During this period, he became closer to Santa Barbara County winemaker Sashi Moorman, as they found mutual interest in pushing the boundaries of California wine, every vintage seeing how much earlier they could harvest to achieve more balanced alcohols, racier acidity, and purer flavors. In 2011, Rajat and Sashi launched Sandhi, producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from select vineyards in the Sta. Rita Hills.  In 2013, they released wines from his new estate vineyard, Domaine de la Côte, located on the westernmost edge of the Sta. Rita Hills. Most recently, in early 2014, Rajat and Sashi took over the historic and acclaimed Seven Springs Vineyard in the Eola-Amity Hills of Oregon.  Beyond his wineries, today Raj has also co-authored the James-Beard-Award winning book Secrets of the Sommeliers (with Jordan Mackay), their new book The Atlas of Taste. He also co-founded the trend-setting California non-profit wine group, In Pursuit of Balance. He lives in Santa Barbara, though he can still be found frequently traveling the world speaking, educating, tasting, and obsessively learning. The Last Sip: When you finish your day and sit down with your favorite glass of wine, what is on your music playlist? Bill Evans, Duke Ellington, John Coltrane and Miles Davis  For more information: Social Media:  Instagram: @rajatparr                     @sandhiwines                     @evening_land                     @domaniedelacote Facebook:  @rajatparr Twitter:      @rajatparr   https://www.eveninglandvineyards.com/ http://sandhiwines.com/ https://domainedelacote.com/ https://www.rajparrwineclub.com/ https://bibijisb.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Sommeliers-Atlas-Taste-Field-Europe/dp/0399578234 https://www.amazon.com/Secrets-Sommeliers-Think-Worlds-Professionals/dp/158008298X https://www.ciachef.edu/ https://www.michaelmina.net/restaurants/ https://www.linguafranca.wine/People/Larry-Stone

No episódio de hoje, Luis e Luca compartilham um pouco sobre uma das uvas mais populares do mundo - a pinot noir. A cultuada uva, que já foi até protagonista de filme de Hollywood, faz um dos vinhos mais consumidos do mundo, e tem uma verdadeira legião de apreciadores. O episódio também compara dois pinots interessantes: um francês da Borgonha (terra natal dos pinots) e, quem diria, um argentino! Vinhos consumidos vorazmente:Chacra 55 pinot noir, 2015 – Bodegas Chacra (https://www.bodegachacra.com/)Nuits Saint Georges Villages, 2015 Vinhos e produtores Mencionados:Bloom’s Field, vinho do Rajat Parr - https://domainedelacote.com/Domaine Ponsot - http://www.domaine-ponsot.com/ Filmes Mencionados:A year in Burgundy , 2013Sour Grapes, 2016 Livro/Dica Cultural:The Sommelier's Atlas of Taste: A Field Guide to the Great Wines of Europe (English Edition) – de Rajat Parr e Jordan MackayLink na Amazon: https://www.amazon.com.br/Sommeliers-Atlas-Taste-Europe-English-ebook/dp/B078QRQQ3W/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?__mk_pt_BR=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&keywords=sommelier+atlas+of+taste&qid=1551807283&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull

What makes a magical meal? Well, the fact that wine has been present at some of the most memorable meals in history doesn’t escape Jordan Mackay. I’ve been fortunate enough to sit in two wine seminars with this James Beard award winning writer, and this time, I finally got the courage to ask him -- over a glass of wine of course -- if he’d be a guest on the show. His writing may be familiar to you even if his name isn’t; his byline appears on bookshelves this season as co-author of The Sommelier’s Atlas of Taste with Rajat Parr, but you’ll also find his words in numerous other spots, including Food & Wine, The New York Times, PUNCH, and San Francisco magazine. Mackay has a knack not for “dumbing it down for us” but instead sharing with his readers a passion for the flavors, people, and geography that make up the world of wine. I hope you’ll find our conversation makes you thirsty to share a wine at the holiday table this season, and in so doing, perhaps create a memorable meal of your own.

  -  Join Jason and I as we talk about his Somm series, specifically the release of Somm 3. We talk about the cast, and how he got into film making.    - What else?? How about blind tastings, the court of master sommeliers, Robert Parker and wine critics, Jancis Robinson, Fred Dame, and Rajat Parr.     The list of topics covered was endless. We also touch on social media and wine and how millennials view wine. We hit them all as only Jason can.   Get ready for an engaging hour of wine talk with Jason. Pull up a chair, grab a glass and enjoy!   Photo Credit to Forgotten Man Films.   Somm 3 is available- go here for more info http://www.sommfilms.com     Great photos of all our guests can be found on our website here      http://friendsofthevine.podbean.com/   -  Audio recorded over Skype from Jason's office at his residence in California.    For updates and to follow the podcast look us up on Instagram   http://instagram.com/ianswinetruths   Intro courtesy of Shakamoraine.   Follow them here:  https://facebook.com/Shakamoraine/  

with Rajat Parr (Domaine de la Côte), Ryan Stirm (Stirm Wine Co) and Tracey & Jared Brandt (Donkey & Goat). Hosted by Joe Campanale (host of IntheDrink and Owner/Wine Director of Fausto). Unlike Europe where most producers are both growers & makers (they own their own vineyards and make their own wines), the US is full of producers (both large and small) who lease vines or buy in grapes. Join Heritage Radio Network’s Joe Campanale to hear the grape sourcing adventures and anecdotes of three Californian makers, who have each had to navigate this sometimes precarious world. Heritage Radio Network On Tour is powered by Simplecast.

"This week Joe talks to Rajat Parr who is an acclaimed sommelier, winemaker and author...so there’s plenty talk about. Especially Rajat’s hotly anticipated book 'The Sommelier’s Atlas of Taste: A Field Guide to the Great Wines of Europe'. The book, described as “the first definitive reference book to describe, region-by-region, how the great wines of Europe should taste” is sure to be an essential guide to aspiring sommeliers, or anyone who just loves great wine. Joe dives in on the making of the book, and all the amazing wines that went into it. " In The Drink is powered by Simplecast.

After a long hiatus, we are back! - Episode 6 features Rajat Parr, sommelier, author, winemaker, mentor. - Join our conversation as we talk about our mutual love of Burgundy, the struggles of new world terroir, blind tastings, and much more. - Email us friendsofthevinepodcast@gmail.com - For all podcast updates, follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com/ianswinetruths/ - All links are found here- http://linktr.ee/ianswinetruths - Audio recorded over Skype interview. - Intro courtesy of Shakamoraine. They can be found here https://facebook.com/Shakamoraine/

We were really fortunate to have a couple of our favourite winemakers from USA join us during a recent visit to London. Rajat Parr and Pax Mahle are responsible for some of Oregon and California’s most exciting wines, and they brought a couple bottles along from their own cellars to share. Rounding off the panel are London Wine Merchant and Former Sommelier Caroline Brange from Flint Wines, and our host Derek Morrison from The Good Wine Shop. Special thanks to the great team at Comptoir Cafe, in Mayfair who hosted us for the filming of the episode. Easily one of my favourite places to go in London to drink wine, you can find them online at www.comptoir-cafe-and-wine.co.uk Follow us on social media, @BYOPodcast and share or rate this episode. Please subscribe to the podcast to make sure you catch all future episodes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/byo-podcast/id1272844694?mt=2 Enjoy, follow and subscribe on social media @BYOPodcast. The Wines: Savoie Ayse Brut Zero Dominique Belluard Liquid Farm “Pink Crack” Rose 2016, California, USA Eduardo Torres Acosta "Versante Nord" 2016 Bianco Rotie Cellars “Little G” Grenache 2014, Walla Walla, Washington, USA Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/bringyourown Find our host and guests online: Derek Morrison @DerekDecanted www.thegoodwineshop.co.uk Rajat Parr @RajatParr https://www.eveninglandvineyards.com Pax Mahle @PaxMahle https://paxwine.com Caroline Brange @caroline_brange www.flintwines.com Intro Song: “Islands” by We Were Lovers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vy84Y87tRvM Produced by Bottled Films www.bottledfilms.com Additional camera: Warren Forster www.warrenforster.co.uk

Show notes Rajat’s origin story Wine number 1: 2014 Chardonnay Wine number 2: 2015 La Source Chardonnay Wine number 3: 2015 Summum Wine number 4: 2016 Gamay Wine number 5: 2014 La Source Pinot Noir Wine number Contact details www.eveninglandvineyards.com/The-Vineyard www.instagram.com/elvwines/ www.twitter.com/elvwines Intro and outro music The New Investors http://newinvestors.dk/ Contact: glenn@velournet.dk Interview details Guest: Rajat Parr Location: Indigo Wines Portfolio Tasting Date: 28 February, 2018 Follow: www.instagram.com/interpretingwine www.facebook.com/interpretingwine www.twitter.com/winepodcast

Glimpse into the epicurean lifestyle on Nantucket Island [2017]

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In this episode, Raj and I dig into his story of being both a sommelier and winemaker, we chat about the fascinating topic of the terroir of California, and Raj tell us about his new book The Atlas of Taste along with his new, 500 person wine club he’s opening soon. Learn more about Rajat with the show notes here. With that, there are two organizations I want to introduce you to, that are working to support, rebuild, and make thrive wine country in the wake of the devastating fires that destroyed the lives of many recently in Northern California. The first is Rebuild Wine Country, founded by the team behind Senses Wines, Rebuild Wine Country is a group of volunteer wine industry professionals working with Habitat for Humanity of Sonoma County to raise $5 million to rebuild owned and rented homes lost in the Sonoma, Napa, Solano, Mendocino, and Lake County wildfires. 100% of your donations go to rebuilding homes and rentals damaged or destroyed by the North Bay wildfires. You can donate by going to RebuildWineCountry.org The second organization is Winemakers and Sommeliers for California Wildfire Relief set up by Patrick Capiello, Pax Mahle, and Sara Morgenstern to rally wine professionals and wine lovers everywhere to support those affected by these terrible fires. They are raising funds through events at amazing venues such as Corkbuzz NYC and Bluxome St. Winery with food and wine from incredible local producers while rare and cellar-worthy bottles donated by sommeliers and collectors from across the country will be available for purchase. 100% of all proceeds will benefit wildfire victims in partnership with CA Wine Strong, Redwood Credit Union North Bay Fire Relief, and Napa Valley Community Foundation. You can donate and learn more about events at WSCWR.com 

In this edition of the Viticole Wine Podcast, Brian is joined by prolific winemaker and Co-Proprietor of Evening Land Vineyards, Sashi Moorman. Listen and drink along to Pt. 1 of their conversation as Brian and Sashi talk about how Sashi came to be in the wine industry, his partnership with Rajat Parr, and France's influence on their winemaking from Santa Barbara to Oregon with the Evening Land label.

In the inaugural episode of the Viticole Wine Podcast, founder Brian McClintic, MS is joined by long-time friend Rajat Parr of Sandhi Wines in Santa Barbara County. Listen in as Brian and Raj talk about what makes Sta. Rita Hills a world-class location for Chardonnay and Raj's many adventures in food & wine. http://viticolewine.com

Rajat Parr, Sommelier, winemaker, and partner at Sandhi, Domaine de la Cote, and Evening Land Vineyards is one of the most respected personalities in wine with an impeccable palate. Raj talks about his favorite wine, Burgundy, Pinot Noir, La Paulee, IPOB, and the art of making wine.

Rajat Parr made a name for himself as Wine Director at Michael Mina Group in San Francisco including Fifth Floor Restaurant and RN74. He's added "vintner" to his resume as an owner in Seven Springs Vineyard in Oregon and Sandhi and Domaine de la Côte, both in Santa Rita Hills. Baking expert, Washington Post food columnist and award winning cookbook author, Dorie Greenspan, discusses her passion for cookies and her 12th book, "Dorie's Cookies," with more than 175 original cookie recipes.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Rajat Parr is one of the icons of the American wine world, from his influential role as wine director for Michael Mina to his advocacy for balanced wines with a sense of place. Now, as a wine maker in both California's Santa Rita Hills as well as Oregon's Eola-Amity Hills, he has a new and different appreciation for the challenges winemakers face. We chatted a bit about his various wine projects, his upcoming book, and why you can't make great wine from just ok grapes.

Rajat Parr is a partner in the Sandhi winery as well as Domaine de la Côte, both located in California's Santa Barbara County. Also in this episode, Erin Scala takes a look at Santa Barbara's wine industry.

Den första internationella gästen som Alf Tumble delar en flaska med är ingen mindre än sommeliern, producenten och författaren Rajat Parr från Kalifornien. En man som älskar Rhôneviner. Därför blev det tre flaskor istället för en. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Raj Parr talks about his long career as a sommelier working with Michael Mina and others.

Born and raised in the Detroit area of Michigan, Alexander took his first restaurant job nearby at Morels a Michigan Bistro in Bingham Farms. While his initial motivation was to pay for college, he found he was truly inspired by working alongside Morels’ Master Sommelier, Madeline Triffon. Yet another one of those opportunities came along as Dining Room Captain at Michael Mina’s Saltwater and Bourbon Steak in Detroit, MI. There Alexander met Michael Mina’s Wine Director, Rajat Parr, whose influence prompted him to take the next step in his career, and along with it, a move to the San Francisco Bay Area. When it comes to wine and food enjoyed together, Alexander believes the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. He favors an approach to wine that minimizes complexity, emphasizes pleasure and makes people comfortable with their own taste, knowledge and budget. That said, he happens to be a Master Sommelier candidate and is also reaching for the Wine & Spirits Education Trust diploma. Alexander is hesitant to commit to a favorite wine. From crisp whites to earthy reds and even dessert wines, he claims to have no bias but is a fan of grower-producers. If truly pressed he’ll confess a weakness for Champagne, low in alcohol, high in acidity, refreshing and delicious with just about anything! This program has been sponsored by The International Culinary Center. Today’s music provided by Four Lincolns. “One of the most important things to us was to be non-pretentious in everything that we were doing, because you don’t have to spend a lot of money to get good service or to get a great product.” [24:00] “I try to stay away from any dogma if I can. I believe in well made wine that’s well executed and delicious.” [28:30] Alex LaPratt on In The Drink

On today’s episode of In the Drink, host Joe Campanale welcomes sommelier Rajat Parr, wine director of the Mina Group. Born in Calcutta, Rajat credits his uncle in London for first introducing him to great wines. After earning a bachelor’s degree in Hotel Administration, Rajat entered the Culinary Institute of America at Hyde Park, New York. In 2003, Parr was named Wine Director for the Mina Group, where he develops and manages the wine programs at numerous restaurants. In 2011, Rajat launched Sandhi, which produces Pinot Noir and Chardonnay produced from select vineyards of Santa Rita Hills in partnership with Charles Banks and Sashi Moorman. In 2013, Rajat released wines from his new estate vineyard, Domaine de la Cote. Tune-in to today’s episode of In the Drink and learn more about Rajat’s wine experience today! This program has been sponsored by GreatBrewers.com. “If you really want it, you have to own it. Eventually you want to be totally involved.” — Rajat Parr on In the Drink

RN74 is a San Francisco urban wine bar and restaurant by Michael Mina, Rajat Parr and Jason Berthold featuring modern interpretations of refined American and regional French cuisine with an extensive wine list highlighting the Burgundy region of France.