
Kosher Wine Podcast
The Kosher Wine Podcast welcomes you to a delightful blend of heritage and flavor, where the ancient meets the avant-garde. Hosted by Dr. Kenneth Friedman and Rabbi Yisroel Bernath, the Kosher Wine Podcast will focus on approachable topics of interest to the modern kosher consumer. Kenny and Yisroel's relaxed and affable approach will be a way for listeners to keep up on the ever-expanding world of kosher wine.
Kosher Wine Podcast
Episode 26: Kosher Wine on the Road | Benyamin Cantz, Four Gates Winery (California Series, Episode 1)
The Soul of Four Gates: A Deep Dive with Benyomin Cantz
In this unforgettable episode of the Kosher Wine Podcast, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath journeyed to the breathtaking Santa Cruz Mountains to meet the legendary winemaker Benyomin Cantz of Four Gates Winery. We walk the vineyards, explore his hands-on winemaking process, and step into the sacred stillness of his barrel room, where patience and devotion transform grapes into some of the rarest and most sought-after kosher wines in the world. Benyo shares the philosophy behind his dry-farmed vines, why he refuses to make mevushal wine, and how every bottle is a testament to craftsmanship and spiritual elevation. This conversation is more than just about wine—it’s about life, growth, and the beauty of things that take time.
Episode Highlights:
A Walk Through the Vineyards – Benyo’s hands-on approach to tending his vines and the magic of dry farming.
Inside the Barrel Room – A rare tasting of Four Gates wines, including a 35-year-old mystery vintage.
The Philosophy of Kosher Wine – How wine connects us to spirituality and why Four Gates wines are made with intentionality.
The Art of Patience – Why great wine—and life itself—is all about timing and growth.
Exclusive Insights – Benyo explains why he produces such limited quantities, why terroir matters, and how each bottle is a conversation waiting to happen.
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