Italian Wine Podcast

Welcome to Episode 1926 Stevie Kim moderates Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner – In this episode, Tanya Morning Star interviews Luca Formentini part 2. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and replayed here on the Italian Wine Podcast! Today, Tanya and Luca focus on the correlation between creativity, music, and wine.  Listen in on this series as Italian Wine Ambassadors all over the world chat with Stevie and their chosen wine producer. Which producer would you interview if you had your pick? Co-Moderator -Tanya Morning Star Tanya Morning Star is a full-time wine educator with 3 decades of experience. Her school, Cellar Muse is the approved program provider for Wine Scholar Guild Certifications, she holds many high-level certifications, is an approved WSET instructor for L1-L4 curriculums, an official Ambassador of Bourgogne Wines, official Champagne Educator, the Official Global Educational Ambassador of Orvieto Wines, a Vinitaly Academy Italian Wine Ambassador, and was awarded French Wine Scholar Edu

Welcome to Episode 1925, in which Cynthia Chaplin interviews Charlotte Gordon in this installment of Voices, on the Italian Wine Podcast. Charlotte is one the rising young talented women in UK luxury wine industry to look out for. More about today’s guest:  Charlotte is the UK Wine Business & Brand Development Manager for Moet Hennessy, but started her career in Michelin star restaurants working in both front of house and sommelier positions. Sharing her passion for wine is at the core of her day to day role, and as a certified WSET educator (Wines and Spirits Education Trust), Charlotte hopes to inspire others by teaching in a relaxed and fun way. Although she represents Moet Hennessy’s still wine portfolio, she holds the prestigious Champagne Academy Diploma and currently sits on their committee and in 2022 was named as one of Harpers ‘30 under 30’ within the UK drinks industry. Last year she was lucky enough to receive an education based scholarship from Women of The Vine & Spirits which she is looking fo

Welcome to episode 1924 of the Italian Wine Podcast, Wine, Food & Travel With Marc Millon. Today, he is interviewing Josephine Wennerholm. Today's show focuses on the art of home cooking with love in the wine hills of Frascati and the Colli Albani. They explore intriguing topics such as home cooking, seasonal cuisine, locally sourced ingredients, and the significance of family meals. More about today’s guest: Jo, as she is usually always called, was born to a Swedish father and an Italian mother who when widowed later married a Scotsman, so Jo grew up speaking Italian and English. Her stepfather’s work took the family to the Indian Subcontinent, Iran, Lebanon and Cyprus and Jo went to boarding school in England from the age of 13.  Frascati, her mother’s home town, was always ‘home’ however and is where she has been living permanently since 1977.  A lover of cuisines from all over the world, her desert island food remains the Italian table.  She caters and gives Italian cooking classes to people visiting Fra

Welcome to Episode 1923 on Italian Wine Podcast, Masterclass US Wine Market With Juliana Colangelo. In today's episode, she interviews Dana Peixotto. Dana speaks about the market for Italian wine in Seattle and the greater Washington state area, drawing on her expertise and experience as a wine professional based in Seattle.  More about today’s guest Dana Peixotto is a wine educator based out of Seattle, Washington. She’s understands that wine can be intimidating and is passionate about making wine approachable for everyone. Through her business Left on the Vine, she curates tastings and workshops, offering wine drinkers the confidence to enjoy wine on their own terms. Dana recently became a Vinitaly Italian Wine Ambassador, has completed her WSET Level 4 diploma, holds an Associate of Applied Science in Wine Making from the Northwest Wine Academy, and is also a certified French Wine Scholar. Connect: Instagram: www.instagram.com/leftonthevine LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danapeixotto/  More abou

Welcome to Episode 1922 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this Italian Grape Geek series we explore personal stories of travel and tasting with Italy’s must know grape varieties.  In this episode, Julianne Farricker geeks out on Lambrusco Family, Malvasia Group exploring the origins, history and characteristics of the grape, sharing personal connections with wines made from this variety.  Chart your own course with My Italian Grape Geek Journal, your personal tasting companion to accompany the series.  Support the show by donating at www.italianwinepodcast.com.  Donate five euros or more and we’ll send you a copy of our latest book, My Italian Grape Geek Journal. Absolutely free!  To get your free copy of My Italian Grape Geek Journal, click support us at www.italianwinepodcast.com or wherever you get your pods.  More about today’s host: Julianne is a Vinitaly Italian Wine Ambassador and a co-owner of The Italian Cellar, a wine shop that exclusively sells Italian wines. She has also traveled to all 20 regio

Welcome to Episode 1921 in which host Victoria Cece  interviews Michela Adriano this week on The Next Generation. They discuss Michela’s upbringing and her experiences working in her family's winery (Marco e Vittorio Adriano) in Piemonte, as well as the valuable lessons she has learned along the way.   More about today’s guest Michela Adriano was born in 1995 in Alba, the capital of Langhe, and grew up in the middle of these charming hills. Raised within the Adriano family, she absorbed a profound passion for winemaking and absorbed the values associated with the wines crafted by the family. Michela represents the third generation of this family heritage. Her grandparents initiated this adventure by selling grapes, while her father, Vittorio, and uncle, Marco, ventured into making their first bottle of wine in 1994. Michela joined the family winery in 2014, marking her dedication to continuing the family tradition. Her mission now is to honor the sacrifices her family made to establish this vineyard, craft e

Welcome to Episode 1920 –Part 68 of this fantastic wine book series in which Marco Gandini narrates the new Mamma Jumbo Shrimp Guide, Italian Wine Unplugged 2.0. Today, Marco narrates: Pt. 68 - Timorasso, Tocai Friulano, Uva di Troia Each week, Marco will provide some new quality edutainment, as he reads from the second edition of this wine geek smorgasbord.  Italian Wine Unplugged 2.0, offers a comprehensive guide to the world of Italian wine and winemaking with contributions from Professor Attilio Scienza (including his groundbreaking research on the topic), has won the prestigious OIV - International Organisation of Vine and Wine Award 2023 in the Wines and Territories category. Get a copy on Amazon: https://amzn.eu/d/ajX2gwN  To learn more visit: Website: www.mammajumboshrimp.com More about the Narrator: Marco Gandini is a Communications Manager at Vinitaly International, he also seems to love being a student since he is always studying and harnessing his brain! When he is not helping out with events

Welcome to Episode 1919 and another installment of "On The Road Edition", hosted by Stevie Kim. Today’s episode presents an Instalive throwback during Christmas holiday, featuring Maria Caterina Dei Passito wines represent a niche production in the Italian wine sector, they are often consumed only on special occasions or during family meals when they are typically combined with the dessert course.  Seven women producers from all over Italy will join us for this series, to discuss their Passito wines and recommend the perfect pairing with a typical Christmas dish from their region, sharing personal memories linked to the Christmas holidays and wine.   More about today’s guest For generations, the Dei family has carried out its activities strongly linked to the territory and its natural products. Maria Caterina Dei, along with her father Glauco, have managed the Dei Winery together since 1991.   Connect:  Facebook: Cantine Dei; Caterina Dei Instagram: @caterina.dei.3  Website: https://www.cantinedei.it/en/ 

Welcome to Episode 1918, where Prof. Scienza takes questions from the wine community and answers them in his inimitable way! These shows are generally in the Italian language. Today’s question comes from Lyka Caparas part 1 of 5 Professor Scienza answers the questions: What are the economic implications or challenges (in general) of transitioning to regenerative viticulture for vineyard owners and wineries? / Quali sono le implicazioni economiche o le sfide (in generale) della transizione alla viticoltura rigenerativa per i proprietari di vigneti e le aziende vinicole?  Will regenerative viticulture impact the quality and flavor of the grapes and resulting wines.. and how? / La viticoltura rigenerativa avrà un impatto sulla qualità e sui sentori delle uve e dei vini che ne deriveranno... e come? If you want to learn more about the Professor: The one who checks all the facts and regulates when we mistakenly type “Verdicchio” in place of “Vermentino.” Attilio Scienza is a full professor at the University of

Welcome to Episode 1917, where we present the session recordings from the wine2wine Business Forum 2023. In today's episode, we delve into -200,000 Americans Want To Know How It's Done: Wine & Spirits tasters reveal their method with Stephanie Johnson DipWSET, Katharine Hooper, Celia Erickson Italian Wine Podcast is proud to be a media partner of wine2wine Business Forum and we are pleased to present this series of market focus sessions, recorded during the Forum held in Verona in November 2023. wine2wine Business Forum is an international wine business event, held annually in Verona, Italy since 2014. The event is a key annual reference point for wine producers and wine professionals from around the world, providing an opportunity to network, develop and expand their wine business worldwide. About Wine & Spirits: Beginning in 1982, Wine & Spirits rose to become one of the most influential wine publications in the USA. With an extensive readership and 5 James Beard awards for excellence in wine writing, Wi

Welcome to Episode 1916 Stevie Kim moderates Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner – In this episode, Wayne Young interviews Filippo Butussi. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and replayed here on the Italian Wine Podcast! In this episode, Wayne talks to Filippo about how the winery developed over the years, what they’ve changed (or not) and find out more about their journey towards higher and higher quality  Listen in on this series as Italian Wine Ambassadors all over the world chat with Stevie and their chosen wine producer. Which producer would you interview if you had your pick? Co-Moderator - Wayne Young Wayne Young is a US expat living in Friuli Venezia Giulia since 2002. He is a self-employed wine marketing and communications consultant, wine educator and events coordinator, and the host of the La Taverna Friuli podcast. Connect: Facebook @waynegrape Instagram @waynegrape Website latavernafriuli.com More about today’s winery The Valentino Butussi winery is located on Via Forum Julii, an ancien

Welcome to Episode 1915, in which Cynthia Chaplin interviews Mihoko Schenone in this installment of Voices, on the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, they delve into conversations about her participation in the VIA Italian Wine Ambassador course in Verona, as well as her extensive work experience with one of Japan's largest Italian wine importers. Connect: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mihoko-schenone-467860171/  About today’s Host: Cynthia Chaplin is a VIA certified Italian Wine Ambassador, a professional sommelier with FIS and the WSA, a member of Le Donne del Vino, and a Professor of Italian wine and culture. Born in the USA, she’s lived in Europe since 1990. Italian wine, in particular rosé, is her passion. She works with embassies, corporations and private clients, creating and presenting tastings, events, seminars and in-depth courses. Cynthia is a wine writer, a judge at international wine and sake competitions, she consults with restaurants and enotecas developing comprehensive wine list

#italianwines #winelover #winepodcast #wine 'Get to know the Italian Wine Podcast, the go-to wine podcast' We love our project, and we want you to love it too... ABOUT The Italian Wine Podcast is a storytelling project dedicated to the fascinating world of Italian wine. New episodes are published every day – so stay tuned! With more grape varieties and more diverse grape growing regions than any other country in the world, the story of Italian wine is a rich and captivating one.  While the popularity of Italian wine continues to grow in every corner of the globe, inspired by a deep affection for the Italian way of life, the Italian Wine Podcast seeks to entertain, educate and inform. Embracing Italian food, travel, lifestyle and culture, IWP has something for every taste! ANALYTICS Since inception Italian Wine Podcast has had 3 Million+ listens across 50 markets* -The United States is the Country with the most listens, followed by Italy, then the UK. -Italian Wine Podcast also has a dedicated podcast channe

Welcome to episode 1914 of the Italian Wine Podcast, Wine, Food & Travel With Marc Millon. Today, he is interviewing Giampaolo Tabarrini. Today, the conversation is rich with tales of Montefalco - from Trebbiano Spoletino and Sagrantino to the luscious Montefalco Passito, all paired harmoniously with local dishes of the region. More about today’s winery:  Tabarrini is one of the best-known and most respected artisan wine producers in Montefalco with its vineyards and wine cellar located in and around Turrita. Giampaolo – who represents the fourth generation of the farmers of the Tabarrini family – is a passionate and eccentric winemaker and master and architect of this uncompromising and developing project. A great visionary who remains true to himself while striving for change, Giampaolo has, since taking over his parents’ farm in the late ‘90s, transformed it into the extraordinary success story it is today. The company that bears his name reflects his character – constantly moving in search of perfection

Welcome to Episode 1913 on Italian Wine Podcast, Masterclass US Wine Market With Juliana Colangelo. In today's episode, she interviews Luis Reyneri. They discuss the opportunity with the Latinx demographic in the US market for Italian wine. More about today’s guest Cuban-born Advanced Sommelier, Italian Wine Professional, Certified Wine Educator, and Certified Wine Specialist Luis Reyneri brings over three decades of wine and hospitality experience to his upscale Italian eatery. As the owner, operator and wine director of The Grove Cucina & Wine in Hobe Sound, FL, Luis, and wife Jen are on a mission to transform small-town dining into world-class experiences. Luis’s cultural adaptability and multiple foreign language skills have helped him achieve proven results as a well-respected international hospitality professional. Luis' extensive background includes experience as Lead Sommelier at Le Cirque Restaurant at the Bellagio Resort in Las Vegas, National Sales Director at Knight's Bridge Winery, VP of Sales o

Welcome to Episode 1912 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this Italian Grape Geek series we explore personal stories of travel and tasting with Italy’s must know grape varieties.  In this episode, Julianne Farricker geeks out on Colorino Group, Greco Group exploring the origins, history and characteristics of the grape, sharing personal connections with wines made from this variety.  Chart your own course with My Italian Grape Geek Journal, your personal tasting companion to accompany the series.  Support the show by donating at www.italianwinepodcast.com.  Donate five euros or more and we’ll send you a copy of our latest book, My Italian Grape Geek Journal. Absolutely free!  To get your free copy of My Italian Grape Geek Journal, click support us at www.italianwinepodcast.com or wherever you get your pods.  More about today’s host: Julianne is a Vinitaly Italian Wine Ambassador and a co-owner of The Italian Cellar, a wine shop that exclusively sells Italian wines. She has also traveled to all 20 regions of

Welcome to Episode 1911 in which host Mckenna Cassidy  interviews Martina Fiorino  this week on The Next Generation.  More about today’s guest  Martina is Bruna Grimaldi’s daughter. After graduating in Business Administration and studying abroad for a couple of years she worked as a Wine Buyer in London but since December 2018 she has returned to Grinzane Cavour in the Barolo region of the Langhe to help the family enterprise. Together with her brother Simone, who joined the family estate earlier, they form a formidable team. Simone mostly focuses on the production (vineyard and winery management) whilst Martina looks after the commercial and administrative things of business. Being a small estate we all work together as a family team. The Grimaldi story begins in the 1950s with Martina’s great grandfather, but its most recent chapter is being expertly written by Simone and Martina who work side by side with their parents Bruna and Franco. It has been a dynamic last decade for the family, with the next gener

Welcome to Episode 1910 –Part 67 of this fantastic wine book series in which Marco Gandini narrates the new Mamma Jumbo Shrimp Guide, Italian Wine Unplugged 2.0. Today, Marco narrates: Sangiovese, Schioppettino, Teroldego Each week, Marco will provide some new quality edutainment, as he reads from the second edition of this wine geek smorgasbord.  Italian Wine Unplugged 2.0, offers a comprehensive guide to the world of Italian wine and winemaking with contributions from Professor Attilio Scienza (including his groundbreaking research on the topic), has won the prestigious OIV - International Organisation of Vine and Wine Award 2023 in the Wines and Territories category. Get a copy on Amazon: https://amzn.eu/d/ajX2gwN  To learn more visit: Website: www.mammajumboshrimp.com More about the Narrator: Marco Gandini is a Communications Manager at Vinitaly International, he also seems to love being a student since he is always studying and harnessing his brain! When he is not helping out with events in the offi

Welcome to Episode 1909 - another installment of "On The Road Edition", hosted by Stevie Kim. Join us today for another exciting installment featuring an Instalive sub-series titled "Livin’ The Dolce Vita," Part 7 where Stevie and Jeff Porter talk about wine pairing options with various Vegan dishes, and also some restaurants to visit! More about today’s co-moderator Jeff is an American beverage professional with over 22 years experience in retail and restaurants. He specializes in wine and beverage education, restaurant operations and management. He is part of the Wine Enthusiast team covering Italian wines. In addition to his consulting business Jeff hosts the Italian travel and wine series, SIP TRIP, now streaming on SOMMTV. He has recently relocated to Torino in northern Italy where he will spend the next six months with his family. Connect: Instalive: www.instagram.com/jeffporterwine/ Youtube: www.youtube.com/@siptripitalywithjeffporter4938 Website: www.jeffreyeporter.com/ More about the host Stevie Ki

Welcome Book Club and Episode 1908 of the Italian Wine Podcast with Richard Hough. Today Richard is in conversation with Melissa Muller, discussing her cookbook, Sicily, Recipes Rooted in Traditions.   On the bookshelf:   The books mentioned in today’s show were:   Sicily, Recipes Rooted in Traditions by Melissa Muller Su di te sia pace, Marco Lupo In the kitchen: The recipes discussed in today’s show were: Pasta con le sarde Mamma Adele’s Braised Goat Cannoli Melissa’s recommendations for the best cannoli in Sicily: Filici di Paolino Scibetta, Cammarata Pasticceria Cappello, Palermo Pasticceria Maria Grammatico, Erice Euro Bar, Dattilo Extra Bar Piana degli Albanesi   More about today’s guest Melissa Muller spent her early years hearing about the international tax treaties that her father composed from his Wall Street law firm. While an official “desk” in his office was waiting for her, Melissa had another destiny in mind. Although exposed to foreign travel and study abroad from a young age, every year M