On The Pass

104. Daniel Johnnes: America's Pioneering Sommelier


Listen Later

Daniel Johnnes, truly needs no introduction. He is a luminary in the wine industry, renowned for his leadership and community-building efforts. As one of America's pioneering sommeliers—one of our forefathers in the field, if you will—Daniel has dedicated decades to mentoring and educating the next generation of wine professionals.

Daniel is the visionary founder of several prestigious wine events and initiatives. He established La Paulée, an annual celebration inspired by the traditional Burgundian harvest festival, which brings together top winemakers and wine lovers from around the world. He also co-founded La Fête du Champagne with Peter Liem, a celebration dedicated to the wines of Champagne, showcasing the region's finest producers. Additionally, Daniel created La Tablée, another esteemed event that honors the rich culinary and wine traditions of France.

Beyond these festivals, Daniel is the founder of Pressoir, a unique organization that hosts exclusive wine events and tastings, offering unparalleled experiences for wine enthusiasts. In his role as Corporate Wine Director for the renowned Chef Daniel Boulud, Daniel oversees the wine programs across Boulud's acclaimed restaurants, ensuring exceptional wine pairings and selections.

Daniel's contributions to the wine world have earned him numerous accolades. He is a three-time James Beard Award winner, a testament to his excellence and influence in the industry. Moreover, he has received several prestigious awards from the French government, recognizing his dedication to promoting French wines and culture. Listen, learn and enjoy from Daniel Johnnes!

Learn more about Daniel and Pressoir:

https://bit.ly/3z8dHY9

Follow Daniel Johnnes on Instagram:

https://bit.ly/3zj4sUL

Learn more about La Paulée:

https://bit.ly/3VyxEhY

Follow La Paulée on Instagram:

https://bit.ly/3LaKSgt

Follow On The Pass on Instagram:

http://bit.ly/3Kvgm1n

Follow our Host, Gabriel Ornelas:

http://bit.ly/3YS964b

Learn more about On The Pass:

https://bit.ly/3J2PPXP

Read Gabriel's Articles:

http://bit.ly/3SnOsGG

Lets work together! Get in contact:

https://www.studioornelas.com

www.gabrielornelas.com

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

On The PassBy Gabriel Ornelas

  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9

4.9

146 ratings


More shows like On The Pass

View all
Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! by NPR

Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!

38,880 Listeners

Pivot by New York Magazine

Pivot

9,745 Listeners

The Food Chain by BBC World Service

The Food Chain

348 Listeners

Founders by David Senra

Founders

2,220 Listeners

Up First from NPR by NPR

Up First from NPR

56,989 Listeners

Andrew Talks to Chefs by Andrew Friedman

Andrew Talks to Chefs

279 Listeners

This Is TASTE by Aliza Abarbanel & Matt Rodbard

This Is TASTE

305 Listeners

My First Million by Hubspot Media

My First Million

2,653 Listeners

Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus by Lemonada Media

Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus

10,749 Listeners

Chef's Table: Talks by David Gelb

Chef's Table: Talks

8 Listeners