Ep. 2626 Daniel Mwangi interviews Roberto Bava & Roberto Cardinale of Bava winery in Piedmont | Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner

Welcome to Clubhouse Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2626 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Daniel Mwangi interviews Roberto Bava and Roberto Cardinale of Bava winery in Piedmont. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast. Key Learning Objectives: Understanding the Bava Winery Identity. Explore the family’s journey, heritage, and what distinguishes their winery within the Piedmont wine landscape. Viticulture, Winemaking & Innovation. Learn about their approach to vineyard management, winemaking philosophy, and the technologies and innovations shaping their wines. Market Vision & Future Direction. Understand how the winery responds to evolving consumer trends and what their long-term vision is for the future. More about today’s host: Daniel Mwangi is a sommelier and food & beverage expert from Kenya. He has served as a sommelier with Silversea / Celebrity Cruises, curating fine wine experiences for a global clientele, and has worked in the Armani, Marriott and Intercontinental hotels in Dubai. Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danthesomm LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-mwangi-b96b1495/ More about today’s guest: Bava Winery is a historic family estate located in the hills of Monferrato, with vineyards also extending into Langhe. Founded in 1911, the winery is known for producing classic Piedmont wines such as Barbera d'Asti, Barolo, and Moscato d'Asti. The Bava family has played an important role in the development of the Alta Langa DOCG and is recognized for innovation in the region, including early use of barriques and the revival of indigenous grape varieties. Roberto Bava, co-owner and Export & Marketing Director, represents the fourth generation of the family. Known for his creative approach to hospitality and communication, he has organized international “Bava Concept Dinners,” collaborating with chefs, artists, and performers across five continents. Since 1982, Roberto has also served as Managing Director of Giulio Cocchi, where he helped revive historic products such as Barolo Chinato and played a key role in restoring the designation Vermouth di Torino. He is a former president of the Consorzio del Vermouth di Torino. Roberto Cardinale is Asia, Pacific and Africa Manager at Bava Winery. With over 20 years of experience in international wine markets, he works closely with partners across multiple regions to promote the wines of the estate. Based in Tuscany, he speaks several languages and combines his passion for wine with a strong commitment to family life and cultural exchange. Connect: Website: https://www.bava.com/en/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/castellodimontepo/ _______________________________ 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!