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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26 Feb 201820min

Ep. 82 (ITALIAN) Monty Waldin interviews Riccardo Cotarella (Falesco Winery) | Italian Wine Coops

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In this Italian-language bonus-track in our Italian Wine Coop Series, Monty Waldin meets Riccardo Cotarella, oenologist and winemaker in the family winery Falesco near Orvieto. Monty and Riccardo discuss current trends in Italian viticulture, biodiversity, climate change, zonation, and present some comparative reflections on French viticulture and wine business. -- [This podcast has been recorded during “Vi.Vite – Vino di Vite Cooperative” an event organized by the Alleanza delle Cooperative Italiane (Alliance of Italian Coops). This episode has been brought to you by Vinitaly 2018, taking place in Verona from April 15th to 18th. Vinitaly is the wine exhibition that helps you discover and get to know Italian wine and features over 4.200 wineries.]

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Ep. 83 (ITALIAN) Monty Waldin interviews Elenora Rossi (Cantina di Carpi e Sorbara) | Italian Wine Coops

Ep. 83 (ITALIAN) Monty Waldin interviews Elenora Rossi (Cantina di Carpi e Sorbara) | Italian Wine Coops

In this Italian-language bonus-track in the Italian Wine Coop Series, Monty Waldin meets Eleonora Rossi, export manager at the Cantina di Carpi e Sorbara. Elenora tells Monty about the Lambrusco di Sorbara’s high acidity which goes well with Emilia Romagna’s strong dishes like gnocco fritto. Tune in also to find out more about the “grape love story” between Lambrusco Salamino and Lambrusco di Sorbara which are cultivated together side by side as the Sorbara variety needs the Salamino one for pollination. -- [This podcast has been recorded during “Vi.Vite – Vino di Vite Cooperative” an event organized by the Alleanza delle Cooperative Italiane (Alliance of Italian Coops). This episode has been brought to you by Vinitaly 2018, taking place in Verona from April 15th to 18th. Vinitaly is the wine exhibition that helps you discover and get to know Italian wine and features over 4.200 wineries.]

20 Feb 20186min

Ep. 79 Monty Waldin interviews Enrico Zanoni (CAVIT) | Italian Wine Coops

Ep. 79 Monty Waldin interviews Enrico Zanoni (CAVIT) | Italian Wine Coops

In this episode Monty Waldin talks to Enrico Zanoni, General Director at Cavit, one of the Italian most important wine coops located in the Trentino-Alto Adige region. Monty and Enrico discuss the role of the coops nationally and globally, with specific reference to the Chinese market. Enrico also talks about the famous Pinot Grigio and illustrates in detail its potential and differences with Prosecco. Join Monty and his guest for a cin cin and some storytelling from the Italian wine coop scene. -- [This podcast has been recorded during “Vi.Vite – Vino di Vite Cooperative” an event organized by the Alleanza delle Cooperative Italiane (Alliance of Italian Coops). This episode has been brought to you by Vinitaly 2018, taking place in Verona from April 15th to 18th. Vinitaly is the wine exhibition that helps you discover and get to know Italian wine and features over 4.200 wineries.]

17 Feb 201821min

Ep. 81 Monty Waldin interviews Federico Gordini (Lievita Agency) | Italian Wine Coops

Ep. 81 Monty Waldin interviews Federico Gordini (Lievita Agency) | Italian Wine Coops

In this episode Monty Waldin interviews Federico Gordini, owner of Lievita Agency, one of the organizers of the ViVite event in Milan where the Italian Wine Coops series was recorded. Federico presents an overview of the wine cooperatives in Italy, their role in viticulture and in the marketing of Italian wines in Italy and abroad. Tune in also for some broader reflections on the role of cooperatives more generally. -- [This podcast has been recorded during “Vi.Vite – Vino di Vite Cooperative” an event organized by the Alleanza delle Cooperative Italiane (Alliance of Italian Coops). This episode has been brought to you by Vinitaly 2018, taking place in Verona from April 15th to 18th. Vinitaly is the wine exhibition that helps you discover and get to know Italian wine and features over 4.200 wineries.]

14 Feb 201810min

Ep. 80 Monty Waldin interviews Gian Maria Bonini (Emilia Wine) | Discover Italian Regions: Emilia-Romagna

Ep. 80 Monty Waldin interviews Gian Maria Bonini (Emilia Wine) | Discover Italian Regions: Emilia-Romagna

In this episode Monty Waldin meets Gian Maria Bonini, export manager at the Emilia Wine coop and at Casali Viticultori. Gian Maria tells Monty about the coop and the Emilia Romagna region, a land of outstanding tradition in food and wine. Gian Maria, who loves wine and motorcycling discusses Emilia’s native varieties of to the Lambrusco family and the lesser-known grape Spergola, which yelds delicious white wines! Join us also to know more about typical and local food and wine pairings.

13 Feb 20189min

Ep. 78 Monty Waldin interviews Assunta De Cillis (Cantina Due Palme) | Italian Wine Coops

Ep. 78 Monty Waldin interviews Assunta De Cillis (Cantina Due Palme) | Italian Wine Coops

In this episode Monty Waldin meets Assunta De Cillis, General Manager at Cantina Due Palme in Apulia. Monty and Assunta discuss local native grapes such as Malvasia Nera, Negro Amaro, and Primitivo. Assunta also talks about the famous Salice Salentino DOP and presents the coop’s new Negro Amaro-based wines vinified with the Charmat method in both wine and rosé. Tune in for a conversation about the main foreign markets for the coop and delicious local food and wine pairings! -- [This podcast has been recorded during “Vi.Vite – Vino di Vite Cooperative” an event organized by the Alleanza delle Cooperative Italiane (Alliance of Italian Coops). This episode has been brought to you by Vinitaly 2018, taking place in Verona from April 15th to 18th. Vinitaly is the wine exhibition that helps you discover and get to know Italian wine and features over 4.200 wineries.]

6 Feb 201812min

Ep. 75 Monty Waldin interviews Matteo Cremonini (Le Chiantigiane) | Italian Wine Coops

Ep. 75 Monty Waldin interviews Matteo Cremonini (Le Chiantigiane) | Italian Wine Coops

In this episode Monty Waldin interviews Matteo Cremonini, Export Manager and oenologist at Le Chiantigiane, a large Italian wine coop based in Tavernelle Val di Pesa in Tuscany. Monty and Matteo discuss Le Chiantigiane’s Morellinos and their new Sangiovese-based red IGT “Governo.” They also discuss the influence of climate change on the native grape varieties’ plantings, wine-making processes, and the importance of enabling the new generation to enter the wine making business in Italy. --- [This podcast has been recorded during “Vi.Vite – Vino di Vite Cooperative” an event organized by the Alleanza delle Cooperative Italiane (Alliance of Italian Coops). This episode has been brought to you by Vinitaly 2018, taking place in Verona from April 15th to 18th. Vinitaly is the wine exhibition that helps you discover and get to know Italian wine and features over 4.200 wineries.]

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