Italian Wine Podcast

Welcome to Episode 916 Steve Raye interviews Alison Napjus in this installment of Get US Market Ready With Italian Wine People on the Italian Wine Podcast. About today’s guest: Alison Napjus joined Wine Spectator in 2000, and was promoted to senior editor in 2012 and tasting director in 2016. She is lead taster for the wines of Spain, France’s Champagne and Alsace regions, South Africa and wines from regions throughout Italy. After graduating from Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration, Napjus moved to New York to take a position as a manager at Tribeca Grill restaurant. As tasting director, she oversees the scope and content of Wine Spectator’s annual reviews of more than 15,000 wines, working closely with the tasters and tasting coordinators in the New York and Napa offices. Currently she divides her time between New York, where she is based, with a second home in Tampa, Fla. She regularly travels abroad, both personally and professionally. You can find out more about this guest by visiting: li

Welcome to episode 915 in which host Polly Hammond interviews Sean Spratt in this episode of Uncorked. In this episode, we are joined by Sean Spratt, owner and winemaker at Destiny Bay, New Zealand's only luxury wine brand. Today, we talk about the 20+ year family journey that went from "maybe making some wine in the garage" to recently becoming the only NZ wine to be listed on La Place de Bordeaux, touching upon everything from building a quiet brand to balancing exclusivity to the impact of climate change. More about todays guest: In addition to serving as the Winemaker, Sean is responsible for managing the diverse elements of Destiny Bay’s business; from grape growing and winemaking through to distribution and patron support. A Bachelor of Fine Arts graduate of DePaul University, Sean pursued his wine science studies through the University of California at Davis extension program, sensory training through Auckland University’s Wine Science program, and in-depth meetings with some of California’s most iconi

Welcome to episode 914, Welcome to 'On The Road Edition', hosted by Stevie Kim. Today's episode is set in Manduria, Puglia. Stevie visits the winery and sits down with Camilla Rossi-Chauvenet. This is an interview part 1 of 2 where they speak about the terroir, the history, traditions, food and wine! About the winery: Masseria Cuturi is a unique 270ha property in Manduria, Puglia. The Rossi-Chauvenet family have worked tirelessly on this project of farming and producing wines from organic grapes, focusing on the unique qualities of the native varietals of Manduria. The Rossi-Chauvenet family take care of the nearly 140ha's of Primitivo, Negramaro and Fiano vines planted. In addition the family continues to defend five-hundred-year-old olive trees, act as caretakers for woodlands and ancient archaeological sites that date from around 300 BCE, and preserve farm structures that were built between the late 1700s and the first years of the 1800s. To learn more about Masseria Cuturi visit: masseriacuturi.com/cantin

Welcome to Episode 913 Chapter 9 of Professor Attilio Scienza's newest book, translated and narrated by Richard Hough. This latest publication is part of the Mamma Jumbo Shrimp Series, entitled Mamma Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Vine & Prejudice: Fake science and the search for the perfect grape. This is a great way to get a sneak peak at the book before it hits the shelves so listen in and let the geeky knowledge seep into your ears because we all need #alittlebitofscienza If you want to learn more about the Professore: 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 Milan in the Department of Agricultural and Food Sciences where he teaches courses on genetic improvements to the vine; he also teaches Viticulture in the Master’s program of the University of Turin in Asti. He has been the lead for many national research projects in the field of physiology, agricultural techniques, and vine genetics.

Welcome to Episode 912 in which Professore Attilio Scienza leads another Seminar during Vinitaly 2022 entitled: The Denominations Of Origin Of Italian Wine, To Protect The Producer And The Consumer. This Seminar has been cut into 4. Today’s episode is Part 1! If you want to learn more about the Professore: 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 Milan in the Department of Agricultural and Food Sciences where he teaches courses on genetic improvements to the vine; he also teaches Viticulture in the Master’s program of the University of Turin in Asti. He has been the lead for many national research projects in the field of physiology, agricultural techniques, and vine genetics. As the author of over 350 publications on vine and viticulture in national and international journals, you can bet he knows his stuff! To find out more about Attilio Scienza visit: vinitalyinternational.com/wordp

Welcome to Episode 910 Stevie Kim moderates Clubhouse’s Ambassadors Corner – In this episode Erin DeMara interviews Alessandro Gallo. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and replayed here on the Italian Wine Podcast! 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? About about today’s guest host: Erin DeMara is a twenty-nine-year professional of the wine and restaurant industries. Currently in his seventh year with 1821 Fine Wine and Spirits, an Italian-focused importer, he manages the portfolio of 100+ wines and spirits within Florida, USA. Erin is a Certified Wine Educator by the Society of Wine Educators and an Italian Wine Ambassador and Educator by VinItaly International Academy – the only wine professional in America to hold both titles. He is also a Certified Spirits Specialist, a Certified Sommelier by the Court of Master Sommeliers, and an awarded member of the Guild

Welcome to Episode 911; Emerging consumer differentiation in China with Fongyee Walker MW and Davy Leung IWA Welcome to Wine2Wine Business Forum 2021 Series. The sessions are recorded and uploaded on Italian Wine Podcast. wine2wine is an international wine business forum, held annually in Verona Italy since 2014. The event is a key reference point for wine producers and a diverse variety of wine professionals eager to develop and grow their wine business worldwide. About today’s session: Too often China is spoken about as one market or the ‘Chinese wine consumer’ described as a monolithic entity. However, the Chinese market is highly segmented and fragmented, with not only geographical delineations demarcating consumer behaviour, but also age-groups, social identifiers and economic status. This talk will analyse various consumer profiles in China and link their traits to wine consumption, both in terms of taste preferences and buying habits.For the wineries looking to build brands in the Chinese market, this

Episode 570 Monty Waldin interviews Tommaso Bojola of La Castellina Winery. About Tommaso: Tenute Squarcialupi - La Castellina di Tommaso Bojola is a winery which extends for 140 hectars, with 40 hectars of vineyard producing mainly Chianti Classico, located in the South West side of the valley, bordering with the town centre of Castellina in Chianti. The historical centre of the winery is the ancient Palazzo Squarcialupi (XV sec.), where there is an ageing cellar, the direct sale, the farm restaurant Taverna Squarcialupi and the Hotel Palazzo Squarcialupi. The Tenute Squarcialupi – La Castellina Farm originates from the powerful Squarcialupi family, in the medieval period, while he started the management of the winery in 1989, together with his wife Monica and later on with his son Cosimo. From 2008 they produced organic grapes and from 2020 organic wines too, authentic wines representing their territory. Together with his son Cosimo just graduated in oenology; together they are introducing new winemaking te

Welcome to Episode 909 Cynthia Chaplin interviews Vincenzo Russo, in this new installment of Voices, on the Italian Wine Podcast. More about today’s guest: Professor of Consumer Psychology and Neuromarketing at the IULM Free University of Languages and Communication in Milan. Scientific Director of the Research Center of Neuromarketing Behavior and Brain Lab IULM. Scientific director of the Master in Food and Wine Communication, organized in collaboration with Gambero Rosso and of the Master Management and communication of Made in Italy: food and wine promotion and enhancement of the excellence of the territory. Member of the Scientific Committee of the Universities for Expo 2015 He has directed national research projects on issues concerning the relationship between emotions, decisions and food consumption behaviors. Rector's Delegate for Expo2015 projects and for the Research Evaluation of the IULM University. Co-Author of one of the most used textbooks of Consumer Psychology (published in second reprint by

Welcome to Episode 908 Marc Millon interviews Elmar Hofer, in this episode of Italian Food & Wine with Marc Millon on the Italian Wine Podcast. More about today’s guest: Elmar was born and raised in the northern part of South Tyrol, Italy, close to the Austrian border. As a child growing up in the mountains, very early he found his passion for skiing and by the age of 14 he became a professional athlete. During his career he competed in several World Cup downhill races, such as Val Gardena, Bormio and Wengen, additionally winning the Italian downhill championship. After quitting his career as a professional athlete in 2011 he was looking for new passions and challenges. He found himself embarking on a new career in the wine industry, which came naturally growing up in a family with passion for food and wine. He became a certified AIS Sommelier in 2016. Additionally, he is an Italian Wine Ambassador through the Vinitaly International Academy and a WSET L3 holder. He gained special experience in the beauty of H

Welcome to Episode 907 Steve Raye interviews Stacy Slinkard in this installment of Get US Market Ready With Italian Wine People on the Italian Wine Podcast. About today’s guest: Stacy is a freelance wine writer, editor and educator. She holds the certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) from the Society of Wine Educators and her Advanced Certificate with distinction from the Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET 3). Stacy’s writing has appeared in SOMM Journal, Decanter, Wine.com, Wine Folly, VinePair, The Idiot’s Guide to Wine (3rd Edition), The NY Times, The Daily Meal, and other wine-soaked outlets. You can find out more about this guest by visiting: Website: www.stacyslinkard.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/stacyslinkard/ Twitter: twitter.com/stacyslinkard Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/stacyslinkard/ More about the host Steve Raye: Steve Raye of Bevology Inc originally joined our weekly lineup with narrations from his book “How to get US Market Ready” - but everyone just loved him so much, we brought him back w

Welcome to episode 906 in which host Polly Hammond interviews Jono Le Feuvre in this episode of Uncorked In this episode, we are joined by Jono Le Feuvre, wine writer and Founder of the Han Drinks Solo wine community. Jono’s extensive wine knowledge paired with a keen sense of humor and love affair with pop culture has seen his popularity sky rocket at a time when many people are asking if there is a future for wine writing. In this episode, we talk about talking about wine, and what new wine journalists can learn from Jono’s approach to communication. About today’s guest A journalist by trade, but alchemist by inclination, Jono Le Feuvre is the founder of the the Han Drinks Solo Wine Community; an access point for highly limited wines, weird cultivars, wine education content, group tastings, and the formation of friendships based on a shared passion. He is a two-time finalist in the Jancis Robinson Wine Writing Competition and writes on both wine and specialty coffee for TimAtkin.com. Jono founded the HanDri

Welcome to episode 905, part 4 of the Iconic Women In Italian Wine seminar. Follow along as we bring you the full Tasting and Seminar over the coming weeks. The event took place during Vinitaly 2022 and included: Moderators: Stevie Kim, Monica Larner and Alison Napjus Producers: Marilisa Allegrini • Amarone della Valpolicella Docg Classico Riserva “Fieramonte” 2012 Albiera Antinori • Toscana Igt “Tignanello” 2018 Chiara Boschis • Barolo Docg Cannubi 2010 Elisabetta Foradori • Vigneti delle Dolomiti Igt Nosiola “Fontanasanta”2015 Elena Fucci • Aglianico del Vulture Doc “Titolo” 2012 Priscilla Incisa della Rocchetta • Bolgheri Sassicaia Doc 2013 Arianna Occhipinti • Terre Siciliane Igt Frappato “Vini di Contrada BB” 2019 More about this event: A one-of-a-kind meeting of the minds, Monica Larner of Wine Advocate and Alison Napjus of Wine Spectator celebrate their mutual passion for Italian wine. Sharing a podium for the first time, these two leading wine critics and journalists combine their powers to tell the s

Welcome to Episode 903 in which Professore Attilio Scienza leads a Seminar during Vinitaly 2022 entitled Science And Its Prejudices: What Are The Consequences For Viticulture? This Seminar has been cut into 3. Today’s episode is Part 3! If you want to learn more about the Professore: 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 Milan in the Department of Agricultural and Food Sciences where he teaches courses on genetic improvements to the vine; he also teaches Viticulture in the Master’s program of the University of Turin in Asti. He has been the lead for many national research projects in the field of physiology, agricultural techniques, and vine genetics. As the author of over 350 publications on vine and viticulture in national and international journals, you can bet he knows his stuff! To find out more about Attilio Scienza visit: vinitalyinternational.com/wordpress/via-faqs/ winenews

Welcome to Episode 904 Chapter 7 and 8 of Professor Attilio Scienza's newest book, translated and narrated by Richard Hough. This latest publication is part of the Mamma Jumbo Shrimp Series, entitled Mamma Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Vine & Prejudice: Fake science and the search for the perfect grape. This is a great way to get a sneak peak at the book before it hits the shelves so listen in and let the geeky knowledge seep into your ears because we all need #alittlebitofscienza If you want to learn more about the Professore: 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 Milan in the Department of Agricultural and Food Sciences where he teaches courses on genetic improvements to the vine; he also teaches Viticulture in the Master’s program of the University of Turin in Asti. He has been the lead for many national research projects in the field of physiology, agricultural techniques, and vine gene

Welcome to Episode 901 Stevie Kim moderates Clubhouse’s Ambassadors Corner – In this episode Anna Obuhovskaya interviews Alessandro Medici. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and replayed here on the Italian Wine Podcast! 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? About today’s guest host: Anna Obuhovskaya is based in Saint-Petersburg, Russia. She has 13 years of experience in wine marketing & sales. She worked in Luding, Nesco, Joia, Metro C&C in Russia. She was the best cavist in 2011 of Metro Cash and Carry Russia. Last year, she also participated in Vinitaly International Academy in Verona. Her current project includes holding seminars at the Saint-Petersburg Sommelier Association focusing on Italian wines as well as running an Italian wine tasting club of which she is the founder, she also works as freelance wine expert for Piermaggio wine importer. If you want to

Welcome to Episode 902; Historic perspectives on wine blogs with José Rallo and Felicity Carter Welcome to Wine2Wine Business Forum 2021 Series. The sessions are recorded and uploaded on Italian Wine Podcast. wine2wine is an international wine business forum, held annually in Verona Italy since 2014. The event is a key reference point for wine producers and a diverse variety of wine professionals eager to develop and grow their wine business worldwide. About the Speaker Felicity Carter is a Journalist and editor, she is the Executive Editor at The Drop, the content arm of Pix. Previously she worked for Meininger Verlag, Europe’s biggest wine and spirits publisher, where she built Meininger’s Wine Business International into the world’s only global wine business magazine, with correspondents from 30 countries and subscribers in 38 To learn more visit: Instagram: @carter.felicity Twitter: @FelicityCarter LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/felicity-carter-a5754380/ More about the Moderator José Rallo represents the f

Welcome to Episode 900 Cynthia Chaplin interviews Dr. Akilah Cadet, in this new installment of Voices, on the Italian Wine Podcast. More about today’s guest: As a young Black woman, Dr. Akilah Cadet experienced judgement, "isms", and numerous barriers in the workplace. One day she thought, “what if I could change that?” and Change Cadet was started. Cadet, her last name, is a French term that means soldier. Change Cadet prepares individuals and companies to be soldiers of change in the workforce so there can be more women and people of color at the top. She wants everyone to feel empowered in their career. To accomplish this, she provides people and companies with services that support anti-racism, diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging (DEIB) including executive coaching, strategic planning, facilitation, and crisis recovery. She advises tech startups from concept to staffing, facilitates strategic workshops, coaches leaders, and speaks at various engagements. Dr. Cadet has 15+ years in management and b

Welcome to Episode 899 Marc Millon interviews Valter Fissore of Elvio Cogno Winery, in this episode of Italian Food & Wine with Marc Millon on the Italian Wine Podcast. More about today’s guest: Elvio Cogno winery produces the main wines of the Langhe in Novello, one of the eleven townships in which Barolo Docg production is allowed. In the footsteps of the founder Elvio Cogno, Nadia Cogno and her husband Valter Fissore run their winery in the heart of Ravera MGA, producing wines that are able to withstand time while preserving their fascinating aromas and freshness. If you want to learn more you can by visiting: Website: www.elviocogno.com Instagram: @elvio_cogno Linkedin: Facebook: @ElvioCogno Twitter: @elviocogno More about the host Marc Millon: Marc Millon, VIA Italian Wine Ambassador 2021, has been travelling, eating, drinking, learning and writing about wine, food and travel for nearly 40 years. Born in Mexico, with a mother from Hawaii via Korea and an anthropologist father from New York via Paris, he

Welcome to Episode 898 Steve Raye interviews Mike Madaio in this installment of Get US Market Ready With Italian Wine People on the Italian Wine Podcast. About today’s guest: Mike Madaio, wine journalist, blogger, and Vinitaly International Academy Italian Wine Ambassador. Mike also serves on the editorial board for Palate Press, and his writing has appeared in publications such as Wine Enthusiast, Undiscovered Italy and Edible Philly! You can find out more about this guest by visiting: Website: muckrack.com/mike-madaio Twitter: mjmadaio Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/madaio More about the host Steve Raye: Steve Raye of Bevology Inc originally joined our weekly lineup with narrations from his book “How to get US Market Ready” - but everyone just loved him so much, we brought him back with this series of interviews that informs and inspires! Each week he speaks to industry professionals; guests who have gained valuable experience in the Italian wine sector and have insightful tips and stories that can help anyone w