Best Binge-Worthy Documentaries + Wine Pairings
They say all you need is love, but we’d argue that it helps to have something interesting to watch and a lovely bottle of wine with which to binge. If you’re spending evenings in this month (which you have permission to do, even on Valentine’s Day) then perhaps one of these documentaries will keep you warm on a winter’s night. If not, these wines certainly will.
Kiss the Ground
“Kiss the Ground looks at a “new, old approach” to farming called regenerative agriculture, a practice with the extraordinary ability to balance our climate and feed the world.” ~ Netflix
Pair with: Wines made with regenerative or ecologically mindful methods
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High on the Hog
“Black food is American food. Chef and writer Stephen Satterfield traces the delicious, moving through-lines from Africa to Texas in this docu series.” ~ Netflix
Pair with: Wines from Black winemakers and brands
20 Feet from Stardom
“Filmmaker Morgan Neville shines a long-overdue spotlight on the hit-making contributions of longtime backup singers like Darlene Love and Merry Clayton.” ~ Hulu
Pair with: Wines from overlooked regions or communities
📸: Radius-TWC
My Octopus Teacher
“A filmmaker forges an unusual friendship with an octopus living in a South African kelp forest, learning as the animal shares the mysteries of her world.” ~ Netflix
Pair with: Marine-influenced wines from coastal regions
The Beatles: Get Back
“The Beatles: Get Back, is a three-part series from Peter Jackson, featuring never-before-seen footage of the world's most famous band.” ~ Disney+
Pair with: A wine you consider a “classic” or a wine from the One White Street collection (John and Yoko once owned the building!)
📸: Disney
Chef’s Table
“In this Emmy-nominated series, meet culinary stars around the world who are redefining gourmet food with innovative dishes and tantalizing desserts.” ~ Netflix
Pair with: A flight of wine from your next travel locale
SOMM series
“The story of four sommeliers attempting to pass the prestigious Master Sommelier exam, a test with one of the lowest pass rates in the world. Two subsequent volumes explore further.” ~ Hulu
Pair with: Anything from Dustin’s Recs—(he’s featured in the film)
Maybe it’s not love that you need, but just a night in with your favorite streaming service and wine to match this V-day. It’s easier than getting a reservation on one of the busiest nights of the restaurant year, and you’ll probably learn something new!