Fleur Geffrier, Antoine Chappey and Tomohisa Yamashita in “Drops of God,” now streaming on Apple TV.

French wines takes center stage in sequal

In season two of “Drops of God,” what begins as a pursuit of legacy for Camille (Fleur Geffrier) and Issei (Tomohisa Yamashita) becomes a search for truth that spans continents and centuries. Their challenge: to uncover the origin of the world’s greatest wine, a mystery so profound that even their legendary father, Alexandre Léger, could not solve it.

Their search pushes them to the edges of the world, and in to the darkest corners of themselves — unearthing forgotten histories, hidden rivalries and secrets buried for generations. Camille and Issei must decide how much they are willing to sacrifice. The answer could shatter their bond as siblings or spell disaster for them both. Read the Wine Spectator’s interview with Fleur Geffriere about season two here.

The wine professional behind the series is Seb Pradal who returns this season as the series’ sommelier consultant, working closely with the actors and the creative team to ensure authenticity in the wine-related scenes, as well as ensuring accuracy in the professional techniques portrayed. I interviewed him in this article during the debut of season one and dined at his restaurant La Petite Régalade restaurant when in Paris later that year. Pradal selected the wines for both seasons and not surprisingly, the majority are French.

A Guide To The Wines Featured in “Drops of God” Season Two

France: Champagne Billecart-Salmon, Champagne Pol Roger, Champagne Jacques Selosse, Hermitage Domaine Jean Louis Chave, Bourgogne Domaine Marquis d’Angerville, Terrasse du Larzac Mas Jullien, Sauternes Chateau d’Yquem, Bourgogne Domaine Roulot, Saint-Joseph Domaine Merlin, IGP Aveyron Domaine Montrozier «Calibre 12», Bourgogne Domaine des Comtes Lafon, Volnay Domaine Y. Clerget, Crozes Domaine Emmanuel Darnaud, Château Grillet, Bourgogne Clos des Tart (cases seen), Bourgogne Domaine d’Eugenie (cases seen)

England: Gusbourne Estate «Brut Sparkling»

Italy: Amarone Azienda Agricola Giuseppe Quintarelli, Cortona Azienda Agricola Stefano Amerighi

Corsica: Clos Venturi “Chiesa Nera”

Greece: Tinos Island T-Oinos Winery

Argentina: Mendoza Monasterio «PerSe»

Giorgia: Marani Ruispiri Giorgi Aladashvini

Mexico: Baja California Dominio de las Abejas

New Zealand: Marlborough Fromm Winery

USA: Santa Rita Hills Racine

Season two was filmed across five countries: Japan, France (Rhône Valley, Provence, Paris, Marseille), Greece, Spain and Georgia, a region rich in winemaking history, which influenced the selection of wines featured this season. You can find additional details linked in the production notes for the series HERE.

Pradal whose credentials are lenghty and impressive served as a sommelier consultant throughout the writing of the Apple TV series “Drops of God.” He worked closely with the actors and the creative team to ensure authenticity in the wine-related scenes, as well as ensuring accuracy in the professional techniques portrayed.

He was awarded Best Young Sommelier, Chapoutier of France in 1997. He is a passionate entrepreneur and artistic consultant. With a rich background in the world of wine, he combines technical expertise, a strong sense of hospitality, and strategic vision. His activities span fine dining, wine distribution, viticultural consulting, and professional training.

As the founder and director of Les Vinosaures, he supports winegrowers in their commercial development. The agency specializes in selecting and representing prestigious wine estates from Burgundy, Bordeaux, the Rhône Valley and beyond; prospecting with ORECA networks; organizing professional tastings; and leading wine-related events.

He is owner of La Petite Régalade restaurant in Paris where he showcases French gastronomy in a warm and convivial atmosphere. The wine list, designed as an invitation to travel, highlights independent producers and distinctive cuvées.

In 2022, together with his long-time business partner Joël Léger and chef Juan Arbelaez, Pradal co-founded an importing company in Mexico, later expanding into Colombia. The wines from leading winegrowers are distributed to restaurants, including those recognized by the Michelin Guide, which began awarding stars in Colombia in 2024.