Italian Wine Podcast
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 eve...
Navigating Tariff Turbulence: Strategies for Italian Wine Producers Amid U.S. – Italy Trade Shifts | wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum
Welcome to episode 2602 of the Italian Wine Podcast from wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum 2025: Navigating Tariff Turbulence: Strategies for Italian Wine Producers Amid U.S. – Italy Trade Shifts
PLEASE NOTE: THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED ON 6 OCTOBER 2025
Speaker: Benjamin Aneff, Moderator: Marzia Varvaglione
The U.S. currently imposes a 15% tariff on all products from the EU, including Italian wine, with no immediate relief in sight. This tariff deeply affects the U.S. distribution system, where EU wines account for 75% of revenue and contribute $24 billion annually, supporting 200,000 American jobs and 47,500 wine stores. In this 30-minute se...
Ep. 1: Costruire le Fondamenta | Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Attilio Scienza
Welcome to Episode 2600 of the Italian Wine Podcast and the first episode of Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Attilio Scienza! This series is recorded in Italian.
Episode 1: Costruire le Fondamenta
A true oenological journey led by Professor Attilio Scienza in the company of Stevie Kim, winding its way across the peninsula, following ancient Roman roads, paths of faith, and historical itineraries. Genetics, morphology, climate change, and the concept of viticulture vocation come together to tell the story of our grape varieties and their inextricable bond with the territory. Expect amazing stories, random digressions, curious anecdotes, and a...
Anna Obukhovskaia IWA interviews Isabella Pelizzatti Perego of ARPEPE winery in Valtellina | Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner
Welcome to Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2601 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Anna Obukhovskaia IWA interviews Isabella Pelizzatti Perego of ARPEPE winery in Valtellina. This fascinating conversation explores the history of the winery and winemaking in Valtellina, the impact of climate change, and typical food to pair with the region’s wines.
These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast.
Key Learning Objectives:
Understand the Valtellina wine region, with a focus on its unique microclimate and alpine topography. Learn how Nebbiolo adapts a...Science, Perception & Modern Wine Debates with Dr. Jamie Goode | Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon
Welcome to episode 2599 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 229 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc speaks with Dr. Jamie Goode, award-winning wine communicator, author, and host of the Wine Masters TV series, about the intersection of wine, science, and culture. Their conversation spans Jamie’s early career and the rise of online wine media, the science of aroma and perception, modern winemaking choices from barrels to ungrafted vines, and today’s biggest debates around natural wine, climate change, regenerative viticulture, and wine’s social role.
More about today’s guest...
Wine E-Commerce in the US: Platforms, Models & Storytelling at Scale with Emily Carlson | Masterclass US Wine Market
Welcome to Episode 2598 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Barbara Fitzgerald is in conversation with Emily Carlson, a wine buyer and sommelier based in Healdsburg, California. The discussion focuses on e-commerce in the wine industry, with a special emphasis on the US market. Together, they explore how digital platforms are reshaping wine sales, how producers can choose the right e-commerce partners, and why storytelling plays a crucial role in building lasting connections with consumers at scale.
Key Takeaways:
How e-commerce, especially in the US market, helps wine brands expand their reach...Wine in Transition: Declining Demand, De-Alcoholised Wine & New Alternatives with Robert Joseph | On the Road with Stevie Kim
Welcome to On the Road Edition and Episode 2597 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Stevie Kim is in conversation with Robert Joseph about his recent three-part series published on Substack, exploring how the global wine industry is changing. The discussion focuses on declining wine production, shifting drinking habits, and the growing number of alternatives to traditional wine at social gatherings. Robert also shares his own hands-on experience with this transformation, including his work on no-alcohol wine projects in France and a sparkling tea venture in Georgia.
You can read Robert’s recent articles at: https://ro...
Talking Wine in a Talking World: The State of Wine Podcasts Today | wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum
Welcome to episode 2596 of the Italian Wine Podcast from wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum 2025, Talking Wine in a Talking World: The State of Wine Podcasts Today
Speakers: Felicity Carter, Kristen Reitzell
Podcasts have skyrocketed in recent years, becoming one of the most dynamic and intimate ways to connect with audiences. But where does wine fit into this booming medium?This session featuring Kristen Reitzell (Jackson Family Wines) and Felicity Carter (wine media leader) offers a deep dive into the state of wine podcasts today, placing them within the broader podcast industry and exploring key questions...
Where Wine Won In 2025 with Erica Duecy | On the Road with Stevie Kim
Welcome to On the Road Edition and Episode 2595 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Stevie Kim is in conversation with Erica Duecy to discuss Where Wine Won In 2025.
You can read Erica’s article which sparked this conversation online at:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/ericaduecy/2025/12/30/where-wine-won-in-2025---and-what-the-growth-signals-are-telling-us/
The conversation explores where wine is winning, why it’s winning there and what that signals about the category’s future.
More about today’s guest:
Erica Duecy is founder of Business of Drinks, a podcast and data...
James MacNay IWA interviews Ninive Pavese of Pavese e Figli from Morgex in Valle d'Aosta | Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner
Welcome to Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2594 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, James MacNay IWA chats to Ninive Pavese of Pavese e Figli in Morgex, Valle d’Aosta. The episode introduces Valle d’Aosta as a winemaking region, with a special focus on the Morgex et de La Salle subzone and its growing presence on the national and international market.
These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast.
Key Learning Objectives:
Introduce the Valle d'Aosta as a winemaking region with a focus on...Soil, Vocations for Sangiovese and Vinitaly 2026 Preview | Ask Me Anything with Attilio Scienza
Welcome to Episode 2593 of the Italian Wine Podcast and the first episode of Ask Me Anything with Professor Attilio Scienza!
Today’s topic(s):
The topics discussed on today’s show include Professor Scienza’s experiment on soil from Eastern Europe, a preview of his Vinitaly 2026 masterclasses, the difference between vocation and autochthony, and the different places where Sangiovese has found its vocation.
More about Professor Scienza:
Professor Attilio Scienza is the one who checks all the facts and regulates when we mistakenly type “Verdicchio” instead of...
Cormòns: Austro-Hungarian Heritage, Slovenian Culture & Friulian Hospitality with Mitja Sirk | Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon
Welcome to episode 2592 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 228 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc speaks with Friulian winemaker and sommelier Mitja Sirk about Cormòns and Collio Goriziano, family heritage and hospitality, Friulian cuisine, ponca soils, local and international grape varieties, and even the world of vinegar.
More about today’s guest:
Mitja Sirk is a young Italian sommelier and wine producer from Cormòns, in the Collio Goriziano area, where the Sirk family has been a benchmark for gastronomy and hospitality for decades through La S...
The U.S. Wine Subscription Market with Emily Yuhas | Masterclass US Wine Market
Welcome to Episode 2591 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Barbara Fitzgerald is in conversation with Emily Yuhas, CEO and co-founder of Awtomic, to discuss subscription and membership services in the wine sector.
Key Takeaways:
A clear understanding of current U.S. wine subscription trends. How Italian wineries can enter existing subscription platforms without building their own programs. Why direct-to-consumer strategies create brand ambassadors, even when purchases don’t happen at the winery.More about the guest:
Emily Yuhas is the founder and CEO of Awtomic, whi...
Inside the Malaysian Wine Market: Key Cities, Culture & Consumer Profile with KC Tay | Asia Wine Market
Welcome to the Asia Wine Market and Episode 2590 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Roza Zharmukhambetova interviews the wine consultant, educator, and champion of Malaysia's wine scene, KC Tay, about the wine market and consumer preferences in Malaysia.
Key learning objectives:
Understand the structure and cultural specificities of the Malaysian wine market, including consumption habits and key cities. Identify key market players, distribution channels, and the Malaysian wine consumer profile. Gain practical insights into opportunities, challenges, and long-term strategies for Italian wineries entering or expanding in Malaysia.Companies mentioned by...
Beyond the Decline: how U.S. 21–39 year-olds really see wine | wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum
Welcome to episode 2589 of the Italian Wine Podcast from wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum 2025, Beyond the Decline: how U.S. 21–39 year-olds really see wine.
Speaker: John Gillespie, Moderator: Ryan Goydos
Sales of wine in the U.S. are trending downward. In 2023, U.S. wine sales fell by 36 million cases vs. the previous year. In 2024 another 15 million cases in sales were lost, bringing sales of wine in the U.S. to their lowest annual level since 2011. The session considered the results of a July 2025 survey of U.S. beverage alcohol consumers in ages 21-3...
The Rhetoric of Wine | The Art of Wine Storytelling with Ryan Robinson
Welcome to Episode 2588 and Episode 6 of The Art of Wine Storytelling with Ryan Robinson. In this episode, Ryan explores the rhetoric of wine, breaking down three chapters of his book The Art of Wine Storytelling. He explains how rhetoric - the art of persuasive communication - can turn a simple wine sale into an experience that makes consumers truly desire the wine. At the end, Ryan shares a practical exercise so listeners can try this style of communication immediately.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional, an eager student, or simply a curious wine lover, The Art of Wi...
Stephanie Johnson IWE interviews Rosanna Petrozziello & Carla Giusy Favati of Cantine I Favati in Campania | Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner
Welcome to Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2587 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Stephanie Johnson IWE is in conversation with Rosanna Petrozziello and Carla Giusy Favati of I Favati winery in Campania.
These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast.
Key Learning Objectives:
Understand Avellino as a wine-growing region, including its terroir, climate, and why it plays a key role in Campania’s wine identity. Explore Fiano di Avellino and Greco di Tufo, learning how these grape varieties express themselves in Avellino and how...Richard Hough Part 2 | Everybody Needs A Bit Of Scienza
Welcome to Episode 2586 of the Italian Wine Podcast and Everybody Needs a Bit of Scienza, where Professor Attilio Scienza takes questions from the international wine community and answers them in his own inimitable way!
These episodes are generally in Italian.
Today’s question comes from Richard Hough (part 2).
Today’s question(s):
🇬🇧 In your opinion, what is it about wine that still fascinates people even in a time when everything moves fast, people drink less, and communication happens in seconds?
🇮🇹 Secondo te, cosa ha ancora il vino di così affasc...
Collio: History, Land, and Cross-Border Viticulture with Robert Princic of Gradis'ciutta | Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon
Welcome to episode 2585 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 227 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc is in conversation with Robert Princic of the Gradis'ciutta winery in the heart of the Collio wine region, near the Italian border with Slovenia. They explore the Collio region, its history, and wines, including the DOC rules and unique Ponca soil. Robert shares the story of Gradis’ciutta, the winery’s organic philosophy, and their “cross-border” Metodo Classico Ribolla Gialla, made 50% in Italy and 50% in Slovenia, as well as Collio’s rich gastronomic traditions.
More abo...
From Barbados to the US: Wine Education and the Caribbean Market with Deniece Bourne | Masterclass US Wine Market
Welcome to Episode 2584 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Juliana Colangelo explores the subject of wine education with a particular focus on the Caribbean wine market with the Brooklyn-born wine and spirits professional Deniece M. Bourne.
Key Takeaways:
The evolving role of formal wine education in building confidence and credibility for wine professionals in the US. The importance of representation and accessibility in shaping the next generation of wine educators, consumers and wine professionals. How emerging markets like the Caribbean are engaging with Italian wines.More about the guest:
Women For WineSense and the Houston Rodeo Wine Competition with Amy Gross | On the Road with Stevie Kim
Welcome to the On the Road Edition and the Episode 2583 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Stevie Kim chats with Amy Gross, President of Women For WineSense and CEO of VineSleuth and Wine4.Me, about wine marketing, personalized wine experiences, and her role in Houston’s prestigious Rodeo Wine Competition. They also explore the history and mission of Women For WineSense in reshaping how wine is perceived.
More about today’s guest:
Amy Gross is a wine technology entrepreneur and Founder & CEO of VineSleuth and Wine4.Me, platforms that use sens...
The Importance of Wine Tourism: How a Wine Media Company Created a Travel Division to Attract More Visitors to Wineries | wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum
Welcome to episode 2582 of the Italian Wine Podcast from wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum 2025, The Importance of Wine Tourism: How a Wine Media Company Created a Travel Division to Attract More Visitors to Wineries.
Speaker: Jacqueline Strum
Moderator: Alicia Lini
Wine Enthusiast is a media and commerce company that stands as the leading source of innovation and information around wine. The Certified B Corporation has been bringing the wine lifestyle to wine lovers around the globe for more than 45 years, and the company launched a travel division in 2024. Jacqueline Strum...
Why Humans Love to Drink with Professor Edward Slingerland | Book Club with Richard Hough
Welcome to the Italian Wine Podcast Book Club and Episode 2581 of the Italian Wine Podcast with Richard Hough. In this episode, Richard is in conversation with Professor Edward Slingerland about his book “Drunk: How We Sipped, Danced, and Stumbled Our Way to Civilization”. Amongst other things, this conversation explores Professor Slingerland’s academic background, his thoughts on effortless actions and the Chinese concept of Wu Wei, the Beer Before Bread Hypothesis, alcohol and creativity, how to emulate the Southern European drinking culture, the Evolutionary Hijack Hypothesis and Asian flush syndrome, as well as the rise of neo-prohibitionism and the importa...
Mauricio de Chiaro IWA interviews Matteo Altare of Castell'in Villa winery in Chianti | Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner
Welcome to Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2580 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Mauricio de Chiaro IWA interviews Matteo Altare of Castell'in Villa in Chianti.
These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast.
Key Learning Objectives:
Understand the history and identity of Castell’in Villa, including its origins, location in Chianti, and how heritage, climate, and soil shape the estate’s wines. Learn how organic viticulture and sustainability are applied in practice, through real examples from vineyard management, winemaking, and long-term estate stewardsh...Cantina Hauner: art, history and wine on Aeolian islands with Andrea Girgenti | Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon
Welcome to episode 2579 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 226 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc is in conversation with Andrea Girgenti, representative of Cantina Carlo Hauner, to explore the unique identity of one of Sicily’s most iconic island wineries, located between Salina and Vulcano in the Aeolian Islands. Together, they discover the winery’s deep connection to volcanic terroir, the artistic legacy of its founder Carlo Hauner, and the central role of Malvasia delle Lipari in shaping its history and wines.
More about today’s guest:
Cant...
How Italian wines win markets with Cristina Mercuri DipWSET | Masterclass US Wine Market
Welcome to Episode 2578 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Barbara Fitzgerald discusses how Italian wines can succeed in international markets with Cristina Mercuri DipWSET by understanding consumers, crafting clear messaging, and choosing the right commercial partners.
Key Takeaways:
The importance of a precise, evidence-based understanding of consumer preferences, rather than relying on assumptions. Why clear and targeted messaging matters, and how wineries should shape and translate their stories for different international markets. How choosing the right importer can make or break a winery’s long-term success in a market.Teaching and Communicating Wine in Japan with Ettore Donadeo IWE | Asia Wine Market
Welcome to the Asia Wine Market and Episode 2577 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Roza Zharmukhambetova interviews Ettore Donadeo IWE to explore the Japanese wine market, the role of wine education, and practical insights for producers and wine professionals entering the market.
Key learning objectives:
Understand Japanese consumer taste preferences and identify which Italian wine categories perform best. Learn how wine education and institutions influence the market and support market entry. Gain practical guidance on cultural adaptation and communication strategies for sustainable success in Japan.Wine spots in Tokyo recommended...
An inside look at wine competitions and 5StarWines - the Book | wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum
Welcome to episode 2576 of the Italian Wine Podcast from wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum 2025, An inside look at wine competitions and 5StarWines - the Book.
Speakers: Robert Joseph, Stephanie Johnson DipWSET & IWE, Yannick Benjamin
This Tasting Session explores some of the “Top Scoring” wines selected for 5StarWines - the Book 2026. During the session, Robert Joseph, General Chair of the Selection, Stephanie Johnson DipWSET & IWE and Yannick Benjamin, Panel Chairs of the Selection, explain the tasting process and the rationale behind such exceptional scores, simulating the discussion that takes place during the evaluation proc...
Stephanie Johnson IWE interviews Marco Ferrari | Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner
Welcome to Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2575 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Stephanie Johnson IWE interviews the winemaker Marco Ferrari about his journey from Brescia to the Rhône Valley and Valtellina, the extreme challenges of Valtellina viticulture, and how Valtellina Nebbiolo differs from Langhe Nebbiolo in the context of climate change.
These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast.
Key Learning Objectives:
Get more familiar with Valtellina and its subzones. Appreciate the challenges of making wine in Valtellina. Hear how climat...Richard Hough Part 1 | Everybody Needs A Bit Of Scienza
Welcome to Episode 2574 of the Italian Wine Podcast and Everybody Needs a Bit of Scienza, where Professor Attilio Scienza takes questions from the international wine community and answers them in his own inimitable way!
These episodes are generally in Italian.
Today’s question comes from Richard Hough.
Today’s question(s):
🇬🇧 Wine education often relies on technical sheets and scores. But are we truly teaching people to feel a wine or merely to decode it like a technical object?
🇮🇹 L’educazione al vino si basa spesso su schede tecniche e punteggi. Ma stiam...
Exploring Italian food, family, and daily life in Rome with Rachel Roddy | Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon
Welcome to episode 2573 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 225 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc is in conversation with Rachel Roddy, British food writer & columnist, to talk about her life in Italy, her deep connection to Rome, and the way everyday food experiences shape her writing. They explore what it means to truly live a place through food from shopping at the local bakery to sharing meals around the family table.
More about today’s guest:
Rachel Roddy is a British food writer, cookery author, and lo...
From NYC’s On-Premise Scene to Wine Media with Michael Laudenslager | Masterclass US Wine Market
Welcome to Episode 2572 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Juliana Colangelo speaks with Michael Laudenslager, a seasoned American sommelier, about his new role at Wine Enthusiast, current New York on-premise trends, how Italian wine and culture are communicated to restaurant guests, and what’s shaping consumer preferences - from Sardinia and Cannonau to natural wines, age-worthy bottles, and Italian spirits.
Key Takeaways:
Key trends shaping New York City’s on-premise wine scene, as seen through Peasant’s guest preferences. How wine professionals can better bridge the gap between wine media, scoring system...Wine, Cocktails, and Guest Experience in Chicago with Elizabeth Terracina | Next Generation
Welcome to the Next Generation and Episode 2571 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, McKenna Cassidy speaks with Elizabeth Terracina, a sommelier at Andros Taverna and Mano a Mano, about her experience working with wine in the Chicago food and wine scene. They also explore the intersection of wine and cocktail culture, the importance of staff training, and how thoughtful guest interactions shape meaningful hospitality experiences.
More about today’s guest:
Elizabeth is a sommelier at Andros Taverna and Mano a Mano whose approach to wine is shaped by working across a...
Promoting wine - achieving success in a hostile environment | wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum
Welcome to episode 2570 of the Italian Wine Podcast from wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum 2025, Promoting wine - achieving success in a hostile environment.
Speaker: Karen MacNeil
The cumulative difficulties that the wine industry now faces are well known. They include negative and biased reporting about alcohol, generational down shifts, competition from cannabis and cannabis-infused beverages, the flattening of food and drink consumption by GLP-1 drugs, the proliferation of Ready to Drink cocktails, disruptions in distribution channels, the continued threat and impact of tariffs, and more. Yet despite these gale-force headwinds, a small team of professionals...
Anselmo Acquah Part 2 | Everybody Needs A Bit Of Scienza
Welcome to Episode 2569 of the Italian Wine Podcast and Everybody Needs a Bit of Scienza, where Professor Attilio Scienza takes questions from the international wine community and answers them in his own inimitable way!
These episodes are generally in Italian.
Today’s question comes from Anselmo Acquah.
Today’s question(s):
🇬🇧 The taste of modern consumers has changed compared to 30 years ago. Has the scientific interpretation of wine quality evolved as well, or are we still chasing “good” with overly rigid categories?
🇮🇹 Il gusto dei consumatori è cambiato rispetto a trent’anni fa. Anche l’...
Sicily Through Food, History, and Wine with Mary Taylor Simeti | Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon
Welcome to episode 2568 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 224 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. Today, Marc is in conversation with the author, food writer, and historian Mary Taylor Simeti. Mary reflects on moving to Sicily after her studies, inspired by her interest in Frederick II, and on building a life there with her husband Tonino, including taking over a family winery that became a passion. The conversation explores Sicily’s food and wine culture and their early commitment to organic farming and winemaking.
More about today’s guest:
Mary Tayl...
2025: The Year in Review | Masterclass US Wine Market
Welcome to Episode 2567 of the Italian Wine Podcast, Masterclass US Wine Market, The Year in Review with Barbara Fitzgerald and Juliana Colangelo. In this episode, they revisit the best conversations and key takeaways from 2025.
Key Takeaways:
The recurring themes and topics that shaped conversations about the US wine market in 2025. Tangible, real-world advice shared by their guests. Holiday wine picks from Barbara Fitzgerald and Juliana Colangelo.More about the series:
Masterclass US Wine Market is a podcast series tailored to offer Italian wine producers and trade valuable...
Overview of the Indian wine market with Sanghamitra Banik | Asia Wine Market
Welcome to the Asia Wine Market and Episode 2566 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Roza Zharmukhambetova interviews Sanghamitra Banik in a conversation that focuses on the Indian market.
Key learning objectives:
Gain an overview of how wine importing and distribution work in India, including whether the market is centralized or state-based, how regulations differ across regions, and how import duties and taxation impact pricing and market access. Identify who the main importers and distributors are, how they operate, and which Italian wine categories and styles are currently performing best in the...Wine titles decoded: why MS and MW both matter | wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum
Welcome to episode 2565 of the Italian Wine Podcast from wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum 2025, Wine titles decoded: why MS and MW both matter.
Speakers: Jessica Dupuy DipWSET, Doug Frost MW & MS, Jim Bube MS
What’s the difference between a Master Sommelier and a Master of Wine? Is one more for blind tasting parlor tricks? And the other for breaking down the finer points on what soil compositions and export markets have in common?
Join Jessica Dupuy, DipWSET, Certified Sommelier and seasoned wine journalist, for a dynamic discussion exploring the di...
Understanding the Albanian market with Erjola Braha - CEO of Alehandro Group | On the Road with Stevie Kim
Welcome to Episode 2564 of the Italian Wine Podcast and this On The Road Special Edition: Getting to know Albania with one of its most successful female entrepreneurs.
In this episode of the Italian Wine Podcast, Stevie Kim is in conversation with Erjola Braha, the founder and CEO of the Alehandro Group, one of Albania's most successful importing and distributing companies. With over 25 years of experience, the Alehandro Group represents over 70 Italian producers in Albania.
In this intimate conversation from the cellar of Château Braha, Erjola tells the story behind her business, describes the scope of...
Giulia Abbona of Poderi Luigi Einaudi winery in Piemonte | Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon
Welcome to episode 2563 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 223 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. Today, Marc is in conversation with Giulia Abbona of the Poderi Luigi Einaudi winery in Piemonte.
More about today’s guest:
The Poderi Luigi Einaudi winery, a historic estate known for its elegant wines, is located in the heart of Italy's famous Piedmont wine region, primarily in Dogliani (Cuneo province), with significant vineyards also in renowned areas like Barolo (Terlo, Cannubi) and other Langhe locations. Poderi Luigi Einaudi is historic winery, established by Italy's second pre...
