Ep 7. Wine Maker

Mike Rowe heads to Napa Valley to learn the ins and outs of winemaking on this episode of Dirty Jobs. Working at Chimney Rock Winery, Mike learns that making wine is about much more than just growing grapes and fermenting them. He starts off by helping to pick grapes in the vineyard, but quickly realizes that there's a lot more to the process than meets the eye.

At Chimney Rock, Mike is put to work doing everything from washing barrels to cleaning up the crush pad. He quickly learns that winemaking is not for the faint of heart - it's hard, dirty work that requires attention to detail and a lot of patience. From managing the temperature of the grapes during fermentation to monitoring the pH of the wine, Mike gets a crash course in the science of winemaking.

One of the most fascinating parts of the episode is when Mike helps to bottle the wine. He learns that the process involves more than just filling up bottles and slapping on a label - winemakers must carefully monitor the quality of the wine and ensure that it stays fresh and flavorful throughout the bottling process. Mike even gets to take part in the time-honored tradition of sabering a bottle of champagne!

Overall, this episode is a great look at the hard work and dedication that goes into making a great bottle of wine. Mike Rowe is as entertaining as ever, and his infectious enthusiasm for dirty jobs makes even the dirtiest tasks seem fascinating. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or simply curious about the process, this episode is sure to entertain and enlighten.