This week we kicked it with Wine Writer, Consultant, and social media maven Renee Sferrazza. Over a 🔥 hip hop soundtrack, she gave us an inside look at the Canadian wine scene, the intricacies of getting wine into the country, navigating Clubhouse, and how to grow your social media presence in the wine space.

Wine and Hip Hop Podcast

Episode 49: Crus From the 6 Featuring Renee Sferrazza

This week we chopped it up with internet sensation Green from ASM (A State Of Mind). Green is known for his "Natty Rhyme" Instagram videos where he expresses tasting notes through raps. Green breaks down his style, musical inspirations, and the current state of Wine and Hip Hop culture.

Wine and Hip Hop Podcast 

Episode 58: Self Titled Featuring Green of ASM (A State of Mind)

"Quintin Tarantino" tells Jermaine’s life story, from birth to entering the wine business, and then looking back at his achievements. It's inspired by the idea that, like wine, our environment and experiences shape who we become.

Quentin Tarantino

This week we sat down with the GOAT Andre Mack for a conversation about the true essence of WINE & HIP HOP. We discussed the origins of Andre Mack, upcoming book, new ventures, and what the hell he was doing at K-Ci & JoJo’s party in Cancun. This is a master class about how to be successful in wine over dope beats and vintage California Cabernet. 

Wine 

1993 Kenwood Special Selection Artist Series 

1980 Diamond Creek Red Rock Terrace 

Hip Hop 
Scarface - “The Rebound”
Eminem - “Rap God”
Run DMC - “Sucker M.C’s”
Cadillac Tye - Pov City Anthem
Jr Boss - No Cap
Ice T - 6’N the Mornin 
Snoop Dogg - Pump Pump
G - Dep Featuring Black Rob & Puff Daddy

Episode 11: Deeply Rooted Featuring Andre Mack

What is terroir? This week Jermaine sits down with Sommelier, Restaurateur and Hip Hop head Dominick Purnomo for an in-depth conversation about what it means to be a product of your environment, a concept that flows through wine and Hip Hop. Dominik also gives us game on what it’s like to run a James Beard Award-nominated Restaurant. 

Wine:
1999 Château de Beaucastel  
2016 Staglin Family Vineyards

Hip Hop: 
Terrior Squad Playlist

Episode 14: Terroir Squad Featuring Dominick Purnomo

What is the essence of New York Wine? This week we chopped it up with the Queens native Thomas Pastuzak, Executive Wine Director at The Nomad Hotel. Thomas has spent the last few years shining a light on the New York wine region with brands Vinny & Empire Estate Riesling. Who better to dissect the parallel between New York wines & New York rhymes with the cru. You’re going to want to grab a bottle of Empire Estate or your favorite NY wine and vibe out with us.

Episode 15: New York State of Wine Featuring Thomas Pastuszak

How does a young producer make some of the best Chardonnay on the planet? This week, we chopped it up with sommelier and Author. Sarah Thomas, about her new children’s book series, Kalamata’s Kitchen, diversity in wine, and life as a sommelier. Sarah and the Cru found parallels between Burgundy winemaker Francios Mikulski and musician YBN Cordae, two rising stars giving you the quality of legend with a modern approach. 

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EPISODE 16: HEY YOUNG WORLD FEATURING SARAH THOMAS

kick·back
/ˈkikˌbak/

A group of friends getting together to engage in party activities such as drinking etc., without the hassle and drawbacks of a big party. 

This week we kicked it with Chasity Cooper - A wine enthusiast and freelance journalist for publications like Essence and VinePair, just to name a few. In this episode, we discussed female MC’s, cancel culture, the legacy of Jermaine Dupri,and wild times as a wine journalist. We crack a bottle of Ampeleia Unlitro Rosso Toscano 2018 and learn about what motivated her to launch #WineWithChas, a weekly blog dedicated to wine stories that speak to those who want to learn about wine in a fun, non-intimidating way. 

Learn more at www.wineandhiphop.com

Episode 17: The Wine Kickback Featuring Chasity Cooper

This week we chopped it up with Emily Saladino, Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s new Associate Managing Editor for Digital and former Editor In Chief at Vinepair. Emily talked with us about print media vs digital, her humble beginnings as a journalist, and how her article about Wine & Hip Hop shook up the world.

Episode 18: Rhyme-Pair feat. Emily Saladino

This week we chopped it up with Jackie Summers, creator of the award-winning Sorel Liqueur and champion for diversity and inclusion in hospitality. In this episode, Jackie tells us how his scare with cancer motivated him to bring the Caribbean holiday classic, Sorrel, to the American marketplace.

Episode 19: Caribbean Roots Featuring Jackie Summers

This week the WHH team kicked it with @ShittyWineMemes for their annual year-end salute to the culture with the Wine & Hip Hop Awards

The Nominees are:


Best Wine Reference in a Rap Song


1. Wale  on Chill Featuring Jeremih 

2. Jay-Z on Beyonce’s on “Mood 4Eva” Featuring Jay Z and Childish Gambino

3. Black Thought on Benny The Butcher’s “Crowns for Kings”

4. Conway The Machine on Griselda’s  “Moselle” 


Producer / Brand of the Year

1.Luc Bel Air 

2. Mod Selection Reserve Champagne

3. Armand de Brignac aka Ace of Spades

4. True Wine Connoisseurs 

5. Le Chemin du Roy Champagne

6. Maison Nior - Andre Mack


The Moment in Wine & Hip Hop Award

1. DaBaby’s Wine dinner in the “Intro” video

2. Drake’s interview with the Rap Radar Interview


3. Joey Bad Ass GQ Favorite Things  Interview

Wine and Hip Hop Connoisseur of the Year Award
WHH For the Culture Award
Wine & Hip Hop GOAT Award

Episode 20: 2019 Wine and Hip Hop Awards Featuring Shitty Wine Memes

This week we kicked it with Jeremy Seysses, Winemaker for the legendary Domain Dujac. We talked about; Jay Z name dropping his wine and Dujac meetings at Roc Nation, his favorite vintage, and all things Burgundy in this classic episode.

Episode 32 Respect The Producer II Featuring Jeremy Seysses

This week we kicked with James Beard Award-winner and Senior NBA writer for ESPN, Baxter Holmes. We discussed his iconic story about wine culture in basketball, rap spirit animals, wine life in the NBA bubble, and much more!

Wine and Hip Hop

Episode 33: Basketball, Wine and Hip Hop

This week we kicked it with Tahiira Habibi, Founder of Hue Society and Co-founder of the Roots Fund. We discussed her viral video, which sparked a change to the Court Of Master Sommeliers, her mission to diversify the wine industry and, what it meant for her to be on the cover of Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s 40 under 40 Tastemakers edition.

Episode 34: Hue Luv Featuring Tahiirah Habibi

Jermaine Stone's journey is a testament to the power of merging passions and breaking barriers. A Bronx native, Stone transitioned from rapping to the wine industry, where he made history as the first black commercial wine auctioneer and was named one of Wine Enthusiast's 40 under 40. He founded Cru Luv Selections to connect wine and hip-hop cultures, challenging narratives about black men in America.

His debut project, "Wine Barz Vol 1: For The Love," exemplifies this fusion. His highly anticipated single Quentin Tarantino produced by The Heatmakerz is currently available however, The EP is not available on major streaming platforms but accessible via QR code in his accompanying book, where he teaches wine through the lens of hip-hop. Stone's lyrics, born from personal challenges and therapeutic writing, are deeply reflective, weaving in wine references and culture.

From being featured in the New York Times, to Sway in the Morning, and Us Weekly, he went on to Executive Produce and star in the Emmy-nominated show "Street Somm," solidifying how profound his influence is . Through "Wine Barz," he invites listeners into his world, offering a unique perspective that bridges wine and hip-hop, celebrating both art forms.

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