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Food, News & Views with Linda GassenheimerCelebrity Chef Julian Medina! Smithsonian Wine Educator Erik Segelbaum, Jacqueline ColemanCelebrity chef Julian Medina has a unique perspective on Mexican cuisine, beyond tacos and chips. In a conversation with Linda, the award-winning chef shares the distinctive, bold flavors he incorporates into his dishes, including truffle quesadillas, lobster tacos. His approach redefines traditional Mexican fare. Jacqueline Coleman gets Easter and Passover wine recommendations from Smithsonian’s National Wine Educator, Erik Segelbaum.2025-04-0929 min
Industry Night with Nycci NellisWine Tariffs: Can We Swallow ThemWelcome back to another episode of Industry Night! Today, we're tackling a pressing issue in the world of wine: tariffs. Join our host Nycci Nellis as she sits down with a panel of industry experts including Erik Segelbaum, Vanessa Cominsky, Michael Scaffidi, and Brent Kroll. We'll explore how these tariffs could impact not just wineries and distributors, but also your favorite restaurants and the contents of your glass. From the intricacies of the three-tier system to the broader economic implications, we'll break down what you need to know. Whether you're a casual wine drinker or an industry insider, this conversation...2025-04-0349 min
Foodie and the BeastFoodie and the Beast - March 2, 2025 Hosted by David and Nycci Nellis. On today’ show: · There’s been a lot of talk about tariffs on a range of imported goods – some think that’s a good thing, and others think it’ll harm many sectors of the economy. Since we’re a food and wine show, we want to focus on how wine tariffs could causedisruption and harm to our favorite restaurants and bars. · In today for a spirited roundtable discussion...2025-03-0150 minFoodie and the BeastFoodie and the Beast - March 2, 2025 Hosted by David and Nycci Nellis. On today’ show: · There’s been a lot of talk about tariffs on a range of imported goods – some think that’s a good thing, and others think it’ll harm many sectors of the economy. Since we’re a food and wine show, we want to focus on how wine tariffs could causedisruption and harm to our favorite restaurants and bars. · In today for a spirited roundtable discussion...2025-03-0150 minFoodie and the BeastFoodie and the Beast - March 2, 2025 Hosted by David and Nycci Nellis. On today’ show: · There’s been a lot of talk about tariffs on a range of imported goods – some think that’s a good thing, and others think it’ll harm many sectors of the economy. Since we’re a food and wine show, we want to focus on how wine tariffs could causedisruption and harm to our favorite restaurants and bars. · In today for a spirited roundtable discussion...2025-03-0150 min
HospitaliTV PodcastErik Segelbaum, SOMMCON 2024Erik Segelbaum, owner of SOMLYAY, VP @ United Somms Foundation, and overall bad ass sommelier, sits down with me during SommCon 2024 to go over trends in beverage consumption, financial literacy for somms and more !
2024-11-2210 min
Business of Drinks39: How to Find an Alcohol Distributor with Erik Segelbaum of SWIG Partners - SPONSOR - Business of DrinksWelcome to the Business of Drinks podcast. Today we're joined by Erik Segelbaum, founding partner of SWIG Partners, to discuss the complex world of beverage alcohol distribution in the United States.
Erik brings over 20 years of industry experience, having worked his way up from chef to sommelier overseeing $100 million in annual beverage sales across 42 restaurants. Now, as a leading beverage consultant and co-founder of SWIG Partners, he helps brands navigate the challenging three-tier distribution system in the U.S.
But before we get too far, a declaration of conflict of interest. SWIG Partners will be c...2024-10-0257 min
The Truth In This Art: Stories That MatterSip and Savor: Exploring Wine with Expert Erik SegelbaumDive into the world of wine with Erik Segelbaum, an acclaimed wine expert, as he shares his extraordinary journey and provides exclusive glimpses into his upcoming venture, Good Somm. In this episode, join Rob and Erik as they traverse an array of captivating subjects, including Erik's prestigious accolades such as being named the 2020 Wine Enthusiast 40 under 40 Tastemaker and Food & Wine Magazine's 2019 Sommelier of the Year. During this episode, Rob and Erik explore a range of fascinating topics, including:Erik's impressive credentials as the 2020 Wine Enthusiast 40 under 40 Tastemaker and Food & Wine Magazine's 2019 Sommelier of the Year.Erik's e...2023-05-2546 min
Vint Wine PodcastInterview W/ "SOMLYAY" Erik Segelbaum: Serial Wine Entrepreneur & Vint Quarterly UpdateIn this episode of the Vint Podcast, Brady Weller and Billy Galanko review the last quarter of business with Vint CEO, Nick King. There's a lot happening around the Vint platform and we're excited to have our entire community along for the ride. This podcast is an extension of our interest and passion for wine, but our business depends on continuing to innovate and serve new investors looking to diversify into wine and spirits. Thank you for your continued involvement and congrats to all of our Q1 investors! Also, we interview Erik Segelbaum, wine entrepreneur, sommelier, consultant, a...2023-04-051h 17
Another Bottle DownBeaujolais: soils, trends, and drinkabilityOn today's show, Mark and Jessica take a deep dive into all things Beaujolais. Instead of spending too much time on Nouveau, they focus on the various Cru (the 10 villages in the north of the appellation) and all the other points that make Beaujolais serious yet approachable and fun wine. Additional commentary from Erik Segelbaum and Stephane Lardet (audio compliments of Sopexa) Erik Siegelbaum is founder of the consulting firm Somlyay. Stephane Lardet is partner of Maison Le Nid. Discover the 12 sub-appellations of Beaujolais More on the 10 year study o...2022-12-0152 min
The Jewish Drinking ShowWine in IsraelHaving explored modern Israeli wine history (in episode 92 and episode 93), what about contemporary wine in Israel? For this conversation, the 108th episode of The Jewish Drinking Show welcomes first-time guest Erik Segelbaum to the show to discuss wine in Israel.Erik Segelbaum is the founder & chief vinnovation officer at SOMLYAY hospitality consulting, as well as an advanced sommelier, consultant, and wine educator. Segelbaum is a wine educator with ongoing sessions at Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C. as well as private and corporate events. He also serves as the Vice President of the United Sommeliers Foundation. Segelbaum’s...2022-06-2748 min
The Investopedia Express with Caleb SilverInvesting in Wine, Live from the Food & Wine Classic in AspenThe Express rolled into Aspen, CO, for the 39th annual Food & Wine Classic. Listen to Caleb's full panel discussion on 'Investing in Wine', with Charles Antin, Zachy's Auctioneer and Head of Wine Auction Sales, Erik Segelbaum, the founder and principal of SOMLYAY, and Carlos Solorzano-Smith, the founder and managing partner of the Aspen Hospitality Group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-06-2159 min
XChateau Wine PodcastThe Cleanliness of Clean Wine w/ Erik Segelbaum, SOMLYAYEver been curious about the claims people make about “clean wines”? In the same camp as “natural wines” and “better for you wines,” clean wines have no definition and often deploy misleading marketing to get you to buy their wines. They take advantage of the trend, particularly with Millenials, around a healthy lifestyle and spread misinformation in their marketing, according to sommelier and wine educator Erik Segelbaum. Explore the rationale behind the clean wine trend and how to read into their marketing messages on this episode of XChateau!Don’t forget - you can support the show on Patreon to he...2022-01-2645 min
JCB LIVEJCB LIVE: Erik SegelbaumLearn more🍷 https://www.thesomlyay.com/🍷 https://www.unitedsommeliersfoundation.org/Featured wines are available here: https://jcblive.tv/3xQVGqIUse code HAPPY33 for discount; expires Sun 8/22
Meet Crispin Cain, the mastermind behind the exquisite spirits of 'Prosperous & Penniless.' With a rich history that began in the vineyards of California, Crispin's journey in winemaking evolved into a distinguished career in distillation. Under the tutelage of cognac virtuoso Hubert Germain-Robin, Crispin mastered ancient techniques that now define his artistry in creating exceptional spirits.🥃 Prosperous & Penniless Barrel-Age...2021-08-1737 min
WealthCAP SPEAKS PodcastTips For Cellaring Your WineA discussion with Alexandra Poe and Erik Segelbaum on wine cellaring, from how best to organize your collection to seeking out the perfect additions from regions across the World. Sandra has been a brand ambassador for Rhône winemaker Clos de Caveau, a judge at the Feminalise wine competition in France, and a wine events host for professionals across industries. Erik is the founder of SOMLYAY, a private client consulting and wine education business. He is also one of the 2020 Wine Enthusiast 40 under 40 Tastemakers and 2019 Food & Wine Magazine Sommelier of the Year. In light of the pandemic Er...2021-08-0235 min
GuildSomm PodcastCareer Series: Consulting This month on the GuildSomm podcast, we're hosting a special series focused on careers in the wine industry. We're releasing one episode per week throughout the month of May, featuring interviews with wine professionals whose careers highlight lesser-known paths within the industry. For our second episode in the series, GuildSomm Interim Executive Director Chris Tanghe interviews Erik Segelbaum about his wine consulting business, SOMLYAY. They discuss how Erik's sommelier career evolved over the course of nearly two decades, what ultimately drove him to transition into consulting, and how other wine professionals might find success working for themselves. Erik also invites l...2021-05-1735 minHospitaliTV PodcastWinning at Beverage Programs - Part 2, Revenue with Erik Segelbaum of SOMLYAYThis is the second part of a series of Winning at Beverage Programs recorded during SommCon 2019. In this edition, I got to sit down with Erik Segelbaum of SOMLYAY as he drops some incredible knowledge surrounding real life tactics that can be applied in daily operations. We talk about the true job of the sommelier, what most people get wrong in wine training, how to organize a list, how to look at a p-mix, and most importantly how to increase revenue!
2021-04-0734 min
Wined Up WeeklyThe Week in Wine - 7 April 2021Vinexpo Paris cancelled; next event will be in February 2022 - Delhi government lowers legal drinking age to 21 - US importers struggling due to tariffs, Covid, and demand - Wine of the Week: Château Moulin-à-Vent "Couvent des Thorins" Moulin-à-Vent 2018
And here's the link to the recording of the webinar, "Crafting World-Class Cabernet" we discuss on the pod during our review of our week in wine: https://vimeo.com/531927170. Featuring Jaime Araujo (Accendo Cellars), Jeff Andrews and Ray McKee (Trothe), Virginia Willcok (Vasse Felix), moderated by Erik Segelbaum. Worth checking out!2021-04-0719 min
The Wine SituationWine For AllWooo another week in pandemic days. Another chance to pop a bottle pour a glass take a sip and chill out with Ellen for a little wine intel. There’s a WhoWhenWhereWhy Wine, there’s a wine made by a woman, and there’s a drunk dial with the awesome Erik Segelbaum! Listen in Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-07-281h 00
SommlightErik Segelbaum, Founder, SOMLYAY Consulting, DCErik talks about the million-dollar espresso, putting the Yay in Somlyay, The United Sommeliers Foundation, and being wine Yenta. https://vimeo.com/4344939902020-06-1143 min
Everyday Food and Wine1. 2019 Sommelier of the Year: Erik Segelbaum - COVID-19 and the historical importance of Madeira in the United StatesOn todays show how Food and Wine Magazine’s 2019 sommelier of the year, Erik Segelbaum formed a community to help sommeliers affected by COVID. We’re also going to take a deep dive into the fascinating world of Madeira. You’ll learn how he built one of the world’s most robust wines list comprised of Madeira and what significance it has to the history of the United States and the birth of wine making in Virginia.
Madeira has very deep historical past. According to Erik “It’s a time machine,”. “Everytime you pour a glass of vintage Madeira...2020-05-1958 min
VinePair PodcastCovid-19 Conversations: Sommelier Erik Segelbaum on How to Help Furloughed Wine ProfessionalsErica speaks with sommelier Erik Segelbaum, vice president of the United Sommeliers Foundation, about his efforts to provide support for furloughed and unemployed wine professionals. Please send any recommendations for future Conversations guests to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-04-0819 min
The Alexi Cashen PodcastErik 'From the World' Segelbaum is the SOMLYAY TodayErik is a renowned sommelier and was Food and Wine Magazine’s 2019 Sommelier of the year. His career spans 17 years as a sommelier with positions in Philadelphia, Miami, Seattle, and Washington DC. Erik has worked with some of the most notable industry players such as the Starr Restaurants, the Seven Stars Resort and Spa in Turks and Caicos, the World - Luxury Residences at Sea, and for the Schwartz Brothers Restaurants. He recently founded SOMLYAY, a company offering full-service hospitality consulting for all aspects of the beverage, hotel, and restaurant industry. In this episode… Eve...2020-03-2342 min
The Rosé Hour PodcastFreixenet and Bonus RoséHey, There Friends! This week we pour it up with Dionne Calhoun, owner of Dancerfit and Erik Segelbaum, owner of SOMLYAY and the 2019 Food and Wine Magazine’s Sommelier of the year!
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The Rosé Hour PodcastFreixenet and Bonus RoséHey, There Friends! This week we pour it up with Dionne Calhoun, owner of Dancerfit and Erik Segelbaum, owner of SOMLYAY and the 2019 Food and Wine Magazine’s Sommelier of the year!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therosehourpodcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therosehourpodcast/supportSupport the show2020-03-121h 07
The Vine GuyTrade tariffs’ impact on imported wineIn this episode, Erik Segelbaum, 2019 Food and Wine Magazine “Sommelier of the Year,” discusses the impending trade tariffs on French wine -- and other EU Products -- and the far-reaching impact these tariffs will have on American jobs as well as the long-term consequences for American wine consumers.
This episode is hosted by Scott Greenberg and produced by Sarah Beth Hensley.
Music for this episode is “Wishful Thinking” by Dan Lebowitz available in the YouTube Audio Library.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy a...2020-01-3126 minThe Vine Guy2019 ‘Sommelier of the Year’ Erik Segelbaum shares what wines blow his mindFormer chef Erik Segelbaum was recently named 2019 Sommelier of the Year by Food and Wine Magazine. He shares what wines blow his mind, and the mistakes restaurants make when pairing food and wine. Also, what does it take to make the world’s wealthiest wine consumers happy? Erik has some experience with that as a sommelier on a luxury cruise for wine lovers.
Wines sampled in this episode:
2016 Stephane Aviron Julienas Vieilles Vignes (Gamay), Cru Beaujolais, France
2017 Pecchenino San Luigi Dogliani Dolcetto, Piedmont, Italy
This ep...2019-09-1345 min
A Dose of Your FutureFrom Sommelier to SOMLYAY 🍷 with Erik SegelbaumErik Segelbaum, 2019 Food & Wine's Sommelier of the Year and Former Corporate Wine Director of Starr Restaurants and now owner of SOMLYAY, joined us for a live tasting and a discussion surrounding wine, entrepreneurship and love. Subscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/2w2bIAS Follow us @influencercollectivedc2019-07-021h 01
HAPPY HOUR RADIOMasquerade Wines & Advanced Sommelier Erik Segelbaum of STARR RestaurantsMeet owner and winemaker Bill Kimmerly of Masquerade Wines in Bellingham, WA and longtime friend Erik Segelbaum Advanced Sommelier and corporate wine director for STARR Restaurants.2016-08-0943 min