In this episode, we journey with Jesse Fox, a former small-town chef who followed his passion all the way to becoming a master winemaker in Napa Valley. From his humble beginnings in his mother's kitchen to the hallowed educational halls of Cornell and the culinary scenes of Paris and New York, Jesse's story is one of transformation and tenacity. Listeners will be treated to behind-the-scenes insights into the worlds of both high-end cuisine and meticulous winemaking, learning about the parallels between crafting a perfect dish and a perfect wine. Now at Sequoia Grove, Jesse reflects on the vineyard's expansion, commitment to sustainability, and innovative spirit, all while sharing the pleasures of marrying fine wines with gourmet dishes in the winery's culinary program. Winemaking Class Offers and Show Notes for all episodes at https://www.insidewinemaking.com/. Get the free snack bar pack, free shipping, and 15% off with subscriptions at House of Macadamias: https://partner.houseofmacadamias.com/inside-winemaking Resources from this Episode Sequoia Grove Winery - https://sequoiagrove.com/ Follow and Review: We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com. Let them know we sent you.