Ep. 401 Stephen Brook
Italian Wine Podcast Episode 401: Monty Waldin has a chat with wine writer and scholar Stephen Brook. Stephen writes for various magazines, including Decanter, and he's authored scores of classic wine books. His areas of expertise include California, Bordeaux, and Austria. Here, he shares why he feels a particular affinity for the Piemonte region of Italy.
22 Sep 202020min
Ep. 400 Michele Palamà
Italian Wine Podcast Episode 400: We're thrilled to celebrate episode 400 of IWP with a call between Monty Waldin and Michele Palamà of Vinicola Palamà. Michele's family winery celebrates the autochthonous grapes of the Puglia region. Vinicola Palama's Salento IGP Rosato “Metiusco” 2019, was named miglior vino rosato at 5StarWines 2020. Presented by 5StarWines - the Book featuring Wine Without Walls.
21 Sep 202021min
Ep. 399 Steve Raye U.S. Market-Ready | Import Options Part 1
Italian Wine Podcast Episode 399: IWP presents "How to Get U.S. Market-Ready" with Steve Raye. Steve covers ten different ways to import wine and spirits into the Unites States. This week, in Part 1, we consider options 1-5. Regardless of which method a wine/spirit producer chooses, it's worthwhile to become familiar with the all the options. This will make you more knowledgeable and prepared and, in turn, more attractive to potential importers. Steve Raye, president and CEO of Bevology, Inc. and author of the book "How to Get U.S. Market-Ready," helps wine and spirit brands enter the United States market. Bevology, Inc. | bevologyinc.com How to Get U.S. Market Ready | italianwinebook.com/index.php/how-t…ne-and-spirits/
20 Sep 202018min
Ep. 398 #everybodyneedsabitofscienza | Antoinette Cialdella Question
Ready to rock and roll once again with Stevie Kim and il Professore! This week we have another amazing personal question from Antoinette Cialdella, founder of FineWine007. Attilio tells us all about his extracurriculuar activities that include many, many, maaaaaany conferences and... 5 chickens. So jump on board, grab a snack, a glass of wine and get ready to start off your friday in the best way! Cin Cin!
17 Sep 202010min
Ep. 397 Sangiovese Lambrusco... | Family Atmosphere: Sauvignon
Italian Wine Podcast Episode 397: "Sangiovese, Lambrusco and Other Vine Stories" (La Stirpe del Vino) continues with Narrator Joy Livingston. What examination of vines on the Italian peninsula would be complete without a review of Sauvignon? "The shape of its leaf, reminiscent of selective vines, makes one think of a vine derived directly from wild flora." This is the English language version of the original Italian book, "La Stirpe del Vino," written by Attilio Scienza and Serena Imazio. Get to know the vines that produce the grapes used to make the wine you love, like you've never seen them before. "Sangiovese, Lambrusco and Other Vine Stories" is available from Amazon (Kindle format) and positivepress.net (paperback).
16 Sep 202011min
Ep. 396 Roddy Ropner
Italian Wine Podcast Episode 396: Esteemed pod friend Roddy Ropner is back to talk with Monty Waldin from Japan. Roddy is both a perennial student and instructor, helping WSET Diploma candidates achieve their goals while pursuing his own Institute of Master of Wine studies. Since his last appearance on the Italian Wine Podcast, Roddy has become established in Tokyo after moving from Hong Kong. Here, he shares some thoughtful takes on Japanese wine culture and wine education.
15 Sep 202019min
Ep. 395 Milena Pepe | Discover Italian Regions: Campania
Italian Wine Podcast Episode 395: Monty Waldin has the privilege of a few minutes on the phone with Milena Pepe of Tenuta Cavalier Pepe. Milena's family winery hails from Irpinia near Avellino and Napoli. Their wine, Taurasi DOCG Riserva “La Loggia del Cavaliere” 2013, was named best red wine by judges at 5StarWines 2020. Presented by 5StarWines - the Book featuring Wine Without Walls.
14 Sep 202014min
Ep. 394 Steve Raye U.S. Market-Ready | Find the Right Import Solution Part 2
Italian Wine Podcast Episode 394: IWP presents "How to Get U.S. Market-Ready" with Steve Raye. The discussion on finding an import solution that works for you continues... Steve has some practical considerations for how to identify a potential importer. If you're hoping to bring your product to the U.S. Market, what criteria are you looking for in a prospective importer? Steve Raye, president and CEO of Bevology, Inc. and author of the book "How to Get U.S. Market-Ready," helps wine and spirit brands enter the United States market. Bevology, Inc. | bevologyinc.com How to Get U.S. Market Ready | italianwinebook.com/index.php/how-t…ne-and-spirits/
13 Sep 202016min
