Ep. 2490 Leslie Frelow of The Wine Concierge | Voices with Cynthia Chaplin

Ep. 2490 Leslie Frelow of The Wine Concierge | Voices with Cynthia Chaplin

Welcome to Voices and Episode 2490 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Cynthia Chaplin interviews Leslie Frelow of The Wine Concierge. More about the guest: Following her passion, Leslie Frelow launched her wine focused business, Vino 301 Wine Concierge, in January 2013. Sparked by a pandemic pivot and a social justice awakening after the murder of George Floyd in 2020, Leslie recognized the extreme underrepresentation of Black professionals in wine—less than 1%—and took bold action. She launched The Wine Concierge to create a curated platform highlighting wines by Black, women, and minority winemakers who are often excluded from national distribution channels. Rather than rely on traditional supply chains, The Wine Concierge built an independent sourcing system—researching winemakers through personal networks, online forums, and professional directories. Its approach enables The Wine Concierge to bypass conventional barriers and support small-batch producers directly, despite the logistical and financial challenges they face. Additionally, Leslie is a strong advocate for enhancing business literacy among winemakers. Leslie holds a Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits (WSET). Encouraged and inspired by her industry peers, she has had the honor of participating as a judge in regional wine competitions, which included the 2019 Maryland’s Governor’s Cup and Maryland’s Comptroller’s Cup. She is a recent member of Les Dames d’Escoffier, Washington, D.C. Regional Chapter, co-chair of the Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce Women’s Networking Committee, and a recent board member of Experience Prince George’s County tourism board. Connect: Website: https://thewineconcierge.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewineconciergeclub/ More about our host: VIA certified Italian Wine Ambassador and sommelier with FIS, Cynthia Chaplin is a professor of Italian Wine and Culture, with 20 years experience in the wine industry. Cynthia is a certified wine educator, author, international judge, and content creator. She designs and presents events for embassies, corporate and private clients, develops Italian wine collections for restaurants and private clients and works with Italian wineries to train their sales and export staff. Hosting Voices has increased her commitment to DEI in the wine sector, interviewing emerging and established wine professionals and discussing topics such as inclusivity, equity, language, sustainability and challenges facing under-represented groups and cultures as they move into careers in wine. As a certified WSET Educator, Cynthia is passionate about developing wine education for a future that will have a place at the table for anyone interested in wine. Connect: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Italian-Wines-in-English/100036868372598/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiss_my_glassx/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia- _______________________________ 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!

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Ep. 122 Monty Waldin interviews Paolo Bartoloni (Le Cimate) | Discover Italian Regions: Umbria

Ep. 122 Monty Waldin interviews Paolo Bartoloni (Le Cimate) | Discover Italian Regions: Umbria

In this episode Monty Waldin interviews Paolo Bartoloni owner of Le Cimate winery in the Montefalco area in Umbria. Paolo tells Monty about his family and winery history built on former Church land. They discuss Sagrantino, Trebbiano Spoletino and Vermentino. Paolo and Monty give interesting suggestions about pairing Sagrantino with local wild boar, mushrooms, and truffles. Paolo also suggests vegetarian dishes to pair with Sagrantino. After chatting about Sagrantino Rosé and Passito wines, they also talk about moraiolo olive oil grown in Le Cimate Estate! Join us in this podcast for a gourmet tour of Umbria!

9 Heinä 201821min

Ep. 121 Monty Waldin interviews Antonio Capaldo (Feudi San Gregorio) | Discover Italian Regions: Campania

Ep. 121 Monty Waldin interviews Antonio Capaldo (Feudi San Gregorio) | Discover Italian Regions: Campania

In this podcast Monty Waldin meets Antonio Capaldo, owner of the Feudi San Gregorio winery in the Campania region. Tune in to discover Antonio’s personal story, from his studies and jobs abroad in finance to his journey home working in the family business. Antonio tells Monty about Feudi’s 2,000 year old vines and his vision to combine tradition and innovation. Monty and Antonio discuss the Italian and international markets for Southern Italian wines, wine tourism, and Feudi San Gregorio’s signature wines such as Taurasi, Greco di Tufo, and Fiano di Avellino.

3 Heinä 201813min

Ep. 120 Monty Waldin interviews Matteo Basili (Benedetti & Grigi Winery) | Discover Italian Regions: Umbria

Ep. 120 Monty Waldin interviews Matteo Basili (Benedetti & Grigi Winery) | Discover Italian Regions: Umbria

In this episode Monty Waldin meets Matteo Basili, winemaker at Benedetti & Grigi Winery in Montefalco, Umbria. Matteo tells Monty about his previous experience as a winemaker in Australia and his current work for Benedetti & Grigi with Sagrantino grapes in Umbria. Monty and Matteo go deep into the work done in vineyard and in the cellar to make Sagrantino wines. They also discuss the potential of Sagrantino grapes to be cultivated in Australia. Tune in for a close-up on Sagrantino winemaking practices!

2 Heinä 201811min

Ep. 119 Monty Waldin interviews Carole Bouquet (Sangue d'Oro Winery) | Discover Italian Regions: Sicily / Sicilia

Ep. 119 Monty Waldin interviews Carole Bouquet (Sangue d'Oro Winery) | Discover Italian Regions: Sicily / Sicilia

In this episode Monty Waldin meets world-famous actress Carole Bouquet who has been making Passito di Pantelleria on the Pantelleria islands for over a decade. Carole talks passionately about Italy, wine, and her forays in the wine world. She tells Monty about the rich history and beauty of the island of Pantelleria where her Sangue d’Oro Passito is made.

26 Kesä 201820min

Ep. 118 Monty Waldin interviews Liu Pambuffetti (Scacciadiavoli Winery) | Discover Italian Regions: Umbria

Ep. 118 Monty Waldin interviews Liu Pambuffetti (Scacciadiavoli Winery) | Discover Italian Regions: Umbria

In this podcast Monty Waldin interviews Liu Pambuffetti at Scacciadiavoli Winery in the Montefalco area in Umbria. Liu talks about the origin of the Scacciadiavoli name that is also the name of the area. Liu tells Monty about her training in Bordeaux and how her studies in France have informed the winemaking in her family business. Liu describes the wines produced by Scacciadiavoli winery, including Sagrantino-based Montefalco Rosso, Trebbiano Spoletino, Sparkling Sagrantino, Sparkling Rosé and Sagrantino Passito. Tune in also to find out some interesting wine and food pairings!

25 Kesä 201831min

Ep. 145 Monty Waldin interviews Lorenzo Piccin (San Martino Winery) | Discover Italian Regions: Basilicata

Ep. 145 Monty Waldin interviews Lorenzo Piccin (San Martino Winery) | Discover Italian Regions: Basilicata

In this episode Monty Waldin interviews Lorenzo Piccin, owner of the San Martino Winery in the Vulture area of the Basilicata region. The winery produces outstanding Aglianico del Vulture wines, the “Arberesko” and “Siir” Aglianicos. Its vineyards are located between 500 and 600 meters on the sea level, in an area populated by Albanian linguistic and cultural minorities. Tune in also to learn how to cook a local delicacy, the “Cruschi” peppers!

25 Kesä 201816min

Ep. 127 Monty Waldin interviews Marco Massarotto (La Via del Sake) | Italian Wine Personalities

Ep. 127 Monty Waldin interviews Marco Massarotto (La Via del Sake) | Italian Wine Personalities

In this episode of Italian Wine Podcast, we make a little exception in our topic selection and talk about the Italian connections with Japanese iconic drink sake, made with fermented rice! Monty Waldin meets “Sake Samurai” Marco Massarotto, founder of the association La Via del Sake. Marco tells Monty about his discovery of sake and about the sake scene and consumption in Italy. Marco also explores the similarities between wine and sake, both fermented drinks. Tune in to learn more about sake drinking etiquette and how sake was judged at the international wine tasting 5StarWines 2018!

24 Kesä 201821min

Ep. 116 Monty Waldin interviews Filippo Antonelli (Antonelli San Marco Winery) | Discover Italian Regions: Umbria

Ep. 116 Monty Waldin interviews Filippo Antonelli (Antonelli San Marco Winery) | Discover Italian Regions: Umbria

In this episode Monty Waldin meets Filippo Antonelli at the Antonelli San Marco Winery in Umbria. Filippo tells Monty a little bit about the history of the estate and the area, from the Longobards to the Papal State. Antonelli San Marco Winery is also certified organic and produces Sagrantino-based Montefalco Rosso, Grechetto, and Trebbiano Spoletino. Filippo talks about the Trebbiano Spoletino Renaissance and his most recent endeavours in the production of cold cuts from pigs that he keeps in the estate.

18 Kesä 201817min

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