We’re back—and kicking off Season 2 with a story rooted deep in American wine history!
In this episode of Wine Fringe, Jill and Jake dive into the work of Nicholas Nearhing, the horticulturist helping to bring Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello vineyards back to life. Where Jefferson’s centuries-old notes meet modern innovation, Nicholas is rebuilding a vision that helped shape America’s earliest wine aspirations. From honoring Jefferson’s meticulous records to navigating the unique challenges of restoring historic vines, he’s breathing new energy into the gardens of the “Father of American Wine.”
We launched the new season right on the Monticello grounds, exploring the obstacles Jefferson faced—and how Nicholas and his team are rewriting the next chapter. It’s history, horticulture, and hands-on curiosity woven into one unforgettable episode.
It’s real, it’s refreshing, it’s Wine Fringe.
To learn more about the Monticello gardens, visit: |www.monticello.org
