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In this episode, Monty Waldin hosts Anselmo Guerrieri Gonzaga of Tenuta San Leonardo in Trentino to discuss regional grape varieties, their traditional methods of winemaking, interesting wine and food combinations, and ‘la botte’, an old and unusual wine bar in the heart of the San Leonardo estate. Tune in to Monty Waldin’s and his guests’ storytelling!

3 Mai 20178min

In this episode, Monty Waldin meets Norbert Reinisch of the Braida winery in Piedmont. Together they unveil the history of the Bologna family, the evolution and charm of Braida’s barbera wines and their suitability with some typical Piedmontese dishes. Not to miss if you love wines with a great character and versatility like barbera!

2 Mai 201710min

In this episode of Italian Wine Podcast, Monty Waldin talks to Karoline Walch of the Elena Walch wine estate founded in 1869 in Alto Adige. Karoline represents the fifth generation of wine-makers in her family. In the interview she talks to Monty about sustainable viticulture and indigenous grape varieties of Alto Adige, and about the reception of women working in the wine business.

25 Apr 201713min

In this episode Chiara De Iulis Pepe of the Emidio Pepe wineries tells Monty Waldin about the benefits of growing grapes using pergola supports — a technique her estate has always successfully employed since the beginning. Chiara fondly describes how grape stomping at Emidio Pepe is also a tradition which brings the family together. Hear more about Montepulciano d’Abruzzo and the story of Chiara’s grandfather Emidio in this conversation with Monty.

24 Apr 201710min

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 Apr 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 Mar 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 Mar 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.

7 Mar 20178min