In this episode, sexy funkadelic sommeliers Jason Booth and Ben Draper take you inside the world of the newest and coolest up and coming American wine regions.  You've all heard of the west coast kids, but what other states are making great wine? 

We'll tell you all about the debutantes of debauchery in this brand spanking new podcast, and you don't even have to feel guilty! 

We used organic microphones and biodynamic podcasting techniques.  Cheers Homies! 

"How do you make wine????" Yelled the frustrated man on the street corner.  To which the Sophisticated Homies Ben and Jason replied, "we'll tell you right now Homie!"  

And that's the history of this podcast idea.  This is a very simple, very basic podcast, focusing entirely on the subject of winemaking.  We really hope you learn the basics of how wine is made.  And if you don't...pay attention idiot!   

On this episode, Professional sommeliers Ben Draper and Jason Booth take you in depth into the world of the Central Coast of California, one of the five major AVA's that separate California.  

If you're a Rhone Ranger, a Pinot Player, or a Chardonnay Shorty, you'll love the different regions that make up the geeky little coastal AVA's within the Central Coast.  

Get your notepads out and get ready to take some notes...or, have a notepad battle!  

In this podcast, we break down the Gewurztraminer grape for all you Homies out there.  

ARE YOU AFRAID OF BIG, SCARY WORDS????? It's okay, it gets better.  

We break down this grape like it's never been broken down before.  Learn all about the origins, the styles, the pairings, and what clothing you should wear while drinking it (disclaimer: we do not tell you what clothing to wear while drinking this grape).  

Then, when you're done listening to the podcast, go to your local wine bar and order it like a truly Sophisticated Homie.  

In this episode, sommeliers Ben Draper and Jason Booth get all sophisticated on dat oak!  Ever wonder how oak works?  If barrels are important?  Who the father is?  Well then this episode will be 2/3 helpful!  

We go over the history of oak, how barrels are made, the flavors it imparts, and your Mom (we will probably not actually go over your mom, even though Ben would love to).  

So sit back and enjoy our newest podcast, and get ready to learn some serious oak facts!

Cheers Homies!   

On this episode, sommeliers Jason Booth and Ben Draper dive into New Zealand, the region, the grapes, the land, the history, the Lord of the Rings, etc, etc.  

Real Homies love New Zealand, and we think you Homies will really like our breakdown of this land of Sauvignon Blanc.  Sit back, kick your high-tops up, and enjoy the shizzle out of this shiznit.  Then go and review our site!  Or else!!!!!!!

It was a dark and stormy night when she walked in, some Italian girl with all sorts of grapes in her eyes...

So begins our first wine review.  Other podcasts just review wine.  We review wine with panache.  Our first victim?  Villa Artimino, Carmignano Vigna Grumarello, DOCG Tuscan blend.  But rather than just review the wine, we incorporate the review into a Film Noir style drama, complete with bad music and crappy acting.  

You're welcome posterity...you're welcome.

Ben gave this wine 7 out of 10 Top Hats, I gave it 5, for a grand total of 6 Top Hats on the Wine For Sophisticated Homies Review Scale.  Check it out and tell us if you agree.......Ya lousy animals'.    

Sophistication?  Boom.  Riesling.  Minerals are WAY sophisticated.  Homies and Riesling go together like............homies and Riesling.  

Take this with you to the club.  Drink it in the jacuzzi.  Give it out at baby showers.  Pair it with your Homie food.  Age it and drink it at the gas station so that your petrol is paired with your literal gas (that's all Ben, Jason does not recommend that last thing).  

In this Episode, Sommeliers Jason Booth and Ben Draper get real on the world of wine in China.  What are they buying, what are they making, and where can a homie find some wine at a moments notice.  

We're about to open up your eyes on some stuff you didn't even know about.  So get ready to learn about the Chinese wine industry.  Also, we apologize in advance for any offensive remarks Ben might make.  He thinks we're going to be talking about fancy dishware so I think we should be okay.  But he's also currently dressing up his decanter to look like Chairman Mao, so...we'll see.  

"Oh No!  All of my dry wine from dinner is gone, What the flip am I gonna to do now?" Said the Homey who didn't know about dessert wines.  Dessert wines offer you a little slice of sacchariferous nectar to end your night.  You can pair them with everything or just drink them on their own.  Plus, look at how gigantic your hand will look holdin' that tiny glass!  Only a true homey would have gigantic hands.  Boom, impress everyone with your hand size.  Also, learn a little bit about how dessert wines are made, where they come from, and why you should drink them.  

If you don't like dessert wines, you need to expand your horizons.  If you don't have horizons, you should move away from smoggy city you live in Homey! Horizons are dang beautiful!  Learn yo'self on these dessert wines and be a better person.  Or don't!  But don't give us any attitude about the decisions you make in life.