Ep. 2531 Winemaking Journey from Mumbai to Napa with Priyanka French | Voices with Cynthia Chaplin

Ep. 2531 Winemaking Journey from Mumbai to Napa with Priyanka French | Voices with Cynthia Chaplin

Welcome to Voices and Episode 2531 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Cynthia Chaplin interviews the winemaker Priyanka French for an inspiring conversation about her journey from growing up in Mumbai to becoming one of Napa Valley’s rising stars. They discuss her early interest in wine, the challenge of convincing her family to support an unconventional career, and her commitment to mentoring and supporting under-represented communities in the wine world, all while navigating life as a young mother of two. More about the guest: Priyanka French is the General Manager of Napa Wine Company and Winemaker for Ghost Block Estate Wines. Born and raised in Mumbai, she is one of the few Indian winemakers in California and among the youngest women leading a major Napa winery. She earned a Bachelor’s in Food Science and Technology from the University of Mumbai and became the first Indian national to complete the Master of Science in Viticulture and Enology at UC Davis. Priyanka has worked in top wine regions around the world, including Burgundy, Cognac, New Zealand, and Napa Valley, with early roles at Louis M. Martini, Hospices de Beaune, and Stags’ Leap. She spent five years at Dalla Valle under Naoko Dalla Valle before joining Signorello Estate as Winemaker in 2019. Today, she oversees operations and strategy at Napa Wine Co. while making single-vineyard Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon for Ghost Block. A strong advocate for diversity in wine, she serves on the Board of Wine Unify, directs the Bâtonnage mentorship program, and was named to Wine Enthusiast’s Future 40 in 2023. Connect: Website: https://www.napawineco.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/priyad87/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/priyanka-dhar-french-5511b123/ 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. 10 Monty Waldin interviews Meri Tessari of the Suavia Winery in Soave | Discover Italian Regions: Veneto

Ep. 10 Monty Waldin interviews Meri Tessari of the Suavia Winery in Soave | Discover Italian Regions: Veneto

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

Ep. 6 Monty Waldin interviews Virginie Saverys of Avignonesi Winery | Discover Italian Regions: Tuscany / Toscana

Ep. 6 Monty Waldin interviews Virginie Saverys of Avignonesi Winery | Discover Italian Regions: Tuscany / Toscana

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

Ep. 11 Monty Waldin interviews Lamberto Frescobaldi of the Frescobaldi Wineries | Discover Italian Regions: Tuscany / Toscana

Ep. 11 Monty Waldin interviews Lamberto Frescobaldi of the Frescobaldi Wineries | Discover Italian Regions: Tuscany / Toscana

In this podcast, Monty Waldin interviews Lamberto Frescobaldi, whose family wine-making tradition in the Frescobaldi Wineries dates back to the fourteenth century. “All Number one wines in the world are able to capture the spirit of the soil, of the place, of the people and put them in a glass” explains Lamberto. He talks to Monty about his childhood growing up in the Nipozzano estate in contact with nature and about his recent project of setting up a vineyard on the prison island of Gorgona. On the island, prisoners work with enologists and agronomists of the Frescobaldi estates to produce wine and to learn new skills, with the aim of facilitating their reintegration into society at the end of their detention. Tune in to Italian Wine Podcast with Monty Waldin to meet the Italian Wine People!

7 Maalis 201721min

Ep. 5 Monty Waldin interviews Chiara Lungarotti of the Lungarotti Winery | Discover Italian Regions: Umbria

Ep. 5 Monty Waldin interviews Chiara Lungarotti of the Lungarotti Winery | Discover Italian Regions: Umbria

In this episode, Chiara Lungarotti from the Giorgio Lungarotti Winery in Torgiano tells Monty about the beautiful Umbrian landscape, and the way its climate brings about the unique flavors of their wine, Rubesco, a blend of Sangiovese (90%) and Colorino (10%). She also talks about their world-renowned wine museum ‘MUVIT’ whose collections explore the links between wine and the Mediterranean civilizations. Tune in to Italian Wine Podcast with Monty Waldin to discover the uniqueness of the Italian wine making tradition!

5 Maalis 20178min

Ep. 4 Monty Waldin interviews Giuseppe Tasca d'Almerita of Tasca d'Almerita Winery | Discover Italian Regions: Sicily / Sicilia

Ep. 4 Monty Waldin interviews Giuseppe Tasca d'Almerita of Tasca d'Almerita Winery | Discover Italian Regions: Sicily / Sicilia

“Sicily is a place with a very deep culture, very deep roots that we can match all together and make a fantastic place for visitors from all over the world,” tells Giuseppe Tasca d’Almerita in this fourth episode of Italian Wine Podcast. Monty Waldin chats to Giuseppe Tasca d’Almerita about his love for Sicily and for aged white wines, and about his admiration for the young generations working in agriculture and viticulture. Join us for a cin cin with another key protagonists of the Italian wine-making tradition.

4 Maalis 20179min

Ep. 3 Monty Waldin interviews Federica Mascheroni Stianti from Castello di Volpaia | Discover Italian Regions: Tuscany / Toscana

Ep. 3 Monty Waldin interviews Federica Mascheroni Stianti from Castello di Volpaia | Discover Italian Regions: Tuscany / Toscana

In the third episode of Italian Wine Podcast, Monty Waldin interviews Federica Mascheroni Stianti from Castello di Volpaia in Chianti Classico. Federica tells Monty how her parents built Volpaia and about her previous career as a painting restorer. She talks about their production of aromatic vinegars and her passion for sports in contact with nature. Italian Wine Podcast, hosted by wine writer Monty Waldin, explores family histories, wine-making traditions, and personal stories of renowned producers of Italian wine.

3 Maalis 201713min

Ep. 2 Monty Waldin interviews Francesco Marone Cinzano of Col d'Orcia Winery in Montalcino | Discover Italian Regions: Tuscany / Toscana

Ep. 2 Monty Waldin interviews Francesco Marone Cinzano of Col d'Orcia Winery in Montalcino | Discover Italian Regions: Tuscany / Toscana

In the second episode of Italian Wine Podcast, Francesco Marone Cinzano of Col d’Orcia in Montalcino discusses historic wines such as the ‘Moscadello di Montalcino’, his development of Montalcino as a sustainable ‘bio-distretto’, and his commitment to handing over the land to the next generations in the best possible conditions. Italian Wine Podcast is a new podcast project hosted by wine writer Monty Waldin who explores family histories, wine-making traditions, and personal anecdotes of renowned producers of Italian wine.

2 Maalis 201710min

Ep. 1 Monty Waldin interviews Elisabetta Gnudi Angelini of Altesino Winery | Discover Italian Regions: Tuscany / Toscana

Ep. 1 Monty Waldin interviews Elisabetta Gnudi Angelini of Altesino Winery | Discover Italian Regions: Tuscany / Toscana

In Italian Wine Podcast, wine writer Monty Waldin explores family histories, wine-making traditions, and personal stories of renowned producers of Italian wine. In the first episode, Elisabetta Gnudi Angelini — owner of the Altesino, Borgo Scopeto, Caparzo, Doga della Clavole wineries — tells Monty about her commitment to sustainability and energy-efficient production, and of her love for tortellini.

1 Maalis 201712min

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