Ep. 26 Monty Waldin interviews legendary wine expert Steven Spurrier | Italian Wine Personalities

Fashion entrepreneur Renzo Rosso, generally known for being the “denim genius” who founded Diesel Jeans and a number of global fashion and lifestyle brands, is also a passionate wine producer. His Diesel Farm features over 100 hectares on the Marostica hills and grows Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Pinot Nero. In the interview Rosso speaks about his humble beginnings, growing up on a farm and helping his father with the land and the animals. Join us for another Cin Cin with Italian Wine People!

5 Huhti 201713min

In this podcast Alessio Planeta of the Planeta Wineries talks to Monty Waldin about the history of his family wineries, five estates in beautiful spots around Sicily. Alessio tells Monty about his love for Sicily which he deems “the heart of the Mediterranean” not only for its wines but also for its food. He also tells Monty that “one of the greatest pleasures of life is to drink wine while you cook.” Join Monty Waldin on Italian Wine Podcast and stay tuned more “cin cin” with Italian Wine People, forthcoming after Vinitaly 2017.

8 Maalis 201710min

In this episode, Francesco Zonin of the Zonin Family Winery talks to Monty Waldin about the challenge to communicate the uniqueness of Italian wine, since Italy has a huge grape biodiversity. Francesco also talks about the Italian wine culture and how wine is synonymous with community: in Italy people “live wine” with family and friends. Italian Wine Podcast, hosted by wine writer Monty Waldin, explores family histories, wine-making traditions, and personal stories of renowned producers of Italian wine.

7 Maalis 201716min

In this episode of Italian Wine Podcast, Maria Sabrina Tedeschi from Cantine Tedeschi in Valpolicella tells Monty Waldin about her commitment to protect what the past generations did for Valpolicella and her willingness to improve both the quality and the image of the land. She also tells Monty about her love for Burgundy wines and the Burgundy region where she spent 6 months in an Erasmus exchange. According to Maria Sabrina, Burgundy wines share a similar elegance to Valpolicella wines. Join Monty Waldin on Italian Wine Podcast for exciting conversations about Italian wine.

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In this episode, Giuseppe Mazzocolin from the Fèlsina Berardenga Winery in Chianti Classico tells Monty Waldin that he started to learn about wine “in the family of our farmers, in the osteria, in the trattoria, when wine was something in-between, a connection.” Giuseppe tells Monty that wine-making is also an important expression of man’s deep connection with the natural world. “When I see Siena from our vineyard it is a great way to understand that we are connected with the natural world.” Giuseppe talks about his former career as a literature teacher and how his career path changed when he fell in love with his wife Gloria Poggiali and with Sangiovese. Tune in to Italian Wine Podcast for a “cin cin” with Italian Wine People.

7 Maalis 201710min

In this podcast Emilia Nardi from the Brunello di Montalcino family estate called Tenute Silvio Nardi talks to Monty Waldin about the challenges women face in the wine business. As she explains in the interview, her experience has been rewarding and one where she received help and solidarity from other women. Emilia speaks of the rhythms of wine-making and the need for patience and respect in order to understand what nature offers. She considers herself “a country woman,” who loves cooking and sharing her cooking with friends. Tune in to Italian Wine Podcast with Monty Waldin to discover the uniqueness of the Italian wine-making traditio

7 Maalis 20177min

In this podcast, Monty Waldin meets Meri Tessari of the Suavia Winery in Soave. Meri tells Monty that she works in the family winery with her two sisters. Her winery works with locally-grown grapes such as Garganega and Trebbiano di soave and their aim is to transmit the unique identity of the Soave Classico territory. Italian Wine Podcast hosted by wine writer Monty Waldin explores family histories, wine-making traditions, and personal stories of renowned producers of Italian wine.

7 Maalis 201710min

In this episode Monty Waldin interviews Virginie Saverys of the Avignonesi Winery in Montepulciano, Tuscany, one of the producers who revolutionized biodynamic wine. Virginie talks about her commitment to work towards a copper-free and sulfur-free vineyard. She tells Monty that she loves cooking spicy food with the chilis she grows in her vegetable garden. Join Monty Waldin and his guests for another festive “cin cin” with Italian Wine People!

7 Maalis 201712min