Episode 277: Iran & Wine: memories of the future

Today Jason talks the current events happening in Iran with Persian - American winemaker Darioush Khaledi of Darioush vineyards in Napa. Iran is one of the birth places of civilization and with that had a major hand in discovering and spreading wine across the world. The country is in the middle of generational upheaval that may change everything from geopolitics and freedom to It’s place in the global tourism, food, and wine space and millions hang in the balance. Let’s dig in to the history, the potential, and the “what ifs” of Iran. To watch our brand new episode on the upcoming 2024 Napa vintage free, go to

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Episode 277: Iran & Wine: memories of the future is an episode from SOMM TV by SOMM TV.

This episode is 29:18 long.

This episode was published on Jan 18, 2026.

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