Ep. 2614 Mauricio de Chiaro IWA interviews Christian Carlevero of Marchesi Alfieri winery in Piedmont | Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner

Welcome to Clubhouse Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2614 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Mauricio de Chiaro IWA interviews Christian Carlevero of Marchesi Alfieri winery in Piedmont. The conversation focuses on the Terre Alfieri DOCG, its history, terroir, wines, and the winery’s exciting new project recently introduced at Grandi Langhe. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast. Key Learning Objectives: History of Marchesi Alfieri and their ties to Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour. Location, terroir, and wines made at the estate. An overview of their new project presented at Grandi Langhe. More about today’s host: Mauricio de Chiaro, Italian Wine Ambassador based in Brazil and Piemonte, has visited more than 150 wineries across Italy and actively promotes Italian wines to Brazilian audiences worldwide, with a strong focus on lesser-known native grape varieties. With a 30+ year career in finance, he brings solid business expertise to the Italian wine industry. Mauricio is the founder of The Wine Partners, a buyers’ club connecting small, family-owned producers with engaged, hands-on wine lovers. The platform allows members to buy directly from producers and participate in unique winemaking experiences. The Wine Partners has chapters in Miami, Orlando, New York, Lisbon, and São Paulo. Connect: Website: http://www.thewinepartners.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauriciodechiaro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.wine.partners/ More about today’s guest: Marchesi Alfieri is one of the historic wine estates of Piedmont, deeply tied to the region’s culture, history, and influential families. The winery’s roots date back centuries and are linked to the legacy of Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour, an important figure in Italian unification. Located in the heart of the Terre Alfieri DOCG, Marchesi Alfieri produces a range of terroir-driven wines that express the diversity and elegance of this distinguished wine region. Christian Carlevero is a winemaker who has been with the historic Marchesi Alfieri winery in Piedmont since 2007. Working alongside Mario Olivero, he is a talented young oenologist involved in producing the estate's high-quality wines and, as of late 2025/early 2026, leading new projects like their Timorasso Derthona. Connect: Website: https://www.marchesialfieri.it/en/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marchesialfieri/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-carlevero-8344a223 _______________________________ Let's keep in touch! Follow Italian Wine Podcast on our social media channels: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/italianwinepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ItalianWinePodcast Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/itawinepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here: https://www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin! Follow Italian Wine Podcast for more great content – winery interviews from the Clubhouse sessions! Psssst…FYI, this show is our most popular show, find out why by tuning-in!