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Welcome to the Next Generation and Episode 2427 of the Italian Wine Podcast. Today Margherita Andrenacci interviews Alejandro Fargosonini of Châteauneuf-du-Fargosonini.   More about today’s guest:  Alejandro Fargosonini is the co-founder and winemaker at Châteauneuf-du-Fargosonini, an organic natural winery focused on upcycling fruits that would be wasted at the farm level, and on making them into Dionysian wild wines with zero additions. Châteauneuf-du-Fargosonini LLC is a natural winery in Central California focused on creating unique new beverages from fruits that would otherwise be lost in the $218,000,000,000 of estimated food that is wasted in the USA yearly. They leverage ancient and bleeding edge post modern wine technologies to improve the carbon footprint of the farming and beverage sectors, by up-cycling fruit that normally spoils at various positions in the supply chain, particularly at the farm level. Connect:   Website: ​​https://www.chateauneuf.xyz  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chateauneuf_du_fargosonini/  More about the host: Music producer, biker, and runner, Margherita Andrenacci is a wine PR professional driven by a love for storytelling and cultural connection. Her journey with wine began as a way to get closer to people—she values the conversations it sparks and the stories it uncovers. Born in Trento, she has lived in Russia, Lithuania, Estonia, and across Italy, and is now exploring life in San Francisco. With a deep appreciation for different cultures and perspectives, she carries her passions with her wherever she goes, always finding wine to be a powerful bridge that brings people together. Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baciclette/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margherita-a-77764511b/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7Dl6pMa0GoglHmzoWcCLEu?si=Rjc8JszpSiS2lfFOYIWLFA  _______________________________ 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!

3 Aug 42min

Welcome to Episode 2426 of the Italian Wine Podcast in which Jessica Dupuy interviews James Tidwell MS, CWE, the founder and producer of the TEXSOM Conference and TEXSOM Awards. The Italian Wine Podcast is proud to be a Media Partner of TEXSOM for the second year in a row, supporting one of the most influential wine events in North America. Join us at TEXSOM 2025 as Texas-based wine journalist Jessica Dupuy interviews top writers, journalists, sommeliers, and wine professionals at this highly influential wine event. In this special series, Jessica will delve into the experiences and insights of key attendees, exploring career paths, challenges, and the latest trends in the wine industry. This special TEXSOM series is made possible thanks to the support of the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Uncork Texas Wines program, celebrating and promoting the vibrant culture of Texas wine.   More about today’s guest: James Tidwell is a Master Sommelier, Certified Wine Educator, writer, and speaker. He founded and produces the TEXSOM Conference and the TEXSOM Awards. He was a consultant on The World Atlas of Wine 8th Edition as well as the forthcoming update to the Oxford Companion to Wine, contributes to the annual Hugh Johnson Pocket Wine Book, and is an editorial committee member for the Classic Wine Library. His articles have been published in World of Fine Wine, Lonely Planet, and other outlets.  James was a Grand Jury judge for the Wines of Portugal Challenge 2022 and 2023, Regional Chair for the USA and Central America at the Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) 2023, and a judge for The World of Fine Wine magazine’s World’s Best Wine List Awards. He was selected Rising Star Sommelier 2007 by StarChefs, nominated as WSET’s Outstanding Alumni 2017, nominated for the Person of the Year in Wine Enthusiast magazine’s Wine Star Awards 2019, and was named one of Wine Business Monthly’s Wine Business Leaders 2021. Connect: Website: https://texsom.com/people/james-tidwell-ms-cwe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winejames/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-tidwell-2ba68823/  More about today’s host:  Jessica Dupuy covers wine, spirits, and travel from Austin, Texas. She holds a Diploma with the Wine and Spirit Educational Trust, is a Certified Sommelier through the Court of Master Sommeliers, and a Certified Specialist of Wine and Spirits through the Society of Wine Educators. Dupuy’s work has appeared in Food & Wine, Wine Enthusiast, Imbibe, Texas Monthly, Forbes, SevenFifty Daily, GuildSomm, VinePair, and Southern Living. She recently published, The Wines of Southwest USA in addition to six regional cookbooks. Her forthcoming book, Italianity, with co-author Andrea Lonardi MW explores and celebrates the culture of Italian wine. (Release Spring 2026). She also co-hosts podcast, Another Bottle Down. Connect: Website: https://www.jessicadupuy.com/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-norman-dupuy-86486a4/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicandupuy/#    _______________________________   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!

2 Aug 32min

Welcome to Episode 2425 of the Italian Wine Podcast and Everybody Needs a Bit of Scienza, where Professor Scienza takes questions from the international wine community and answers them in his own inimitable way! These episodes are generally in Italian.   Today’s question comes from Manuela Clarizia. Today’s question(s):  🇬🇧 Rising temperatures and changes in rainfall and seasons are opening up new regions for viticulture. What are the new wine regions that we might explore? 🇮🇹 L’aumento delle temperature, i cambiamenti nelle precipitazioni e nelle stagioni stanno aprendo la strada a nuovi areali per la viticoltura. Quali sono le nuove regioni vinicole che potremmo esplorare?   More about Professor Scienza: Professor Attilio Scienza is the one who checks all the facts and regulates when we mistakenly type “Verdicchio” instead of “Vermentino.” He is a full professor at the University of Milan in the Department of Agricultural and Food Sciences where he teaches courses on genetic improvements to the vine; he also teaches Viticulture in the Master’s program of the University of Turin in Asti.  He has been the lead for many national research projects in the field of physiology, agricultural techniques, and vine genetics. As the author of over 350 publications on vine and viticulture in national and international journals, you can bet he knows his stuff! To find out more about Attilio Scienza visit:https://www.vinitaly.com/formazione/vinitaly-international-academy/attilio-scienza/    If you want to learn more about Stevie Kim, the Scienza wrangler: Stevie Kim is an Italian Wine Marketing & Communication Expert, Brand Positioning Specialist, and Public Speaker based in Verona, Italy. As Managing Partner at Vinitaly, she leads key initiatives, including OperaWine, Vinitaly International Academy, wine2wine Business Forum, and 5StarWines & Wine Without Walls. A passionate Italian Wine Evangelist, she harnesses social media and education to promote Italian wine on a global scale. The Italian Wine Podcast is part of Mamma Jumbo Shrimp, a brand Stevie launched in 2020 to make wine more accessible through books, maps, videos, and the Italian Wine Travel with Stevie YouTube series. Stevie often joins Professor Scienza in his shows to lend a hand keeping our Professor in check! You can also find her taking a hit for the team when she goes “On the Road”, all over the Italian countryside, visiting wineries and interviewing producers, enjoying their best food and wine – all in the name of bringing us great Pods!   Connect:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steviekim222/ Website: https://www.vinitaly.com/eventi/operawine/stevie-kim/  _______________________________ 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!   Share your love for our lovely Professor if you are a true Italian Wine Geek :)

1 Aug 12min

Welcome to Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2424 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Roza Zharmukhambetova IWA interviews Giovanni Folonari of Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari Tenute in Tuscany.  These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast.  Key Learning Objectives:   Get to know the Folonari family legacy and Giovanni's personal journey in the wine world. Gain a clear overview of the Folonari estates, wine styles, and their unique identities across Tuscany. Understand how the group is investing in future growth, sustainability, and new opportunities across global markets. More about our Co-host:  Roza Zharmukhambetova has a background in foreign languages and education. She discovered her passion for wine in Beijing, where she gained two years of experience in wine sales. Since returning to Kazakhstan, she has focused on studying Italian wine and exploring its regions. Roza holds certifications as an Italian Wine Ambassador (VIA), Italian Wine Scholar (WSG), Langhe Wines Ambassador (BBA), and Valpolicella Wine Specialist (VEP). She is also a member of the Kazakhstan Sommelier Association. Since late last year, she has been a member of the Italian Wine Podcast (IWP) team, contributing her passion for Italian wine. Connect: Facebook:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/roza.zharmukhambetova ⁠Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/le_vin_enrose/ LinkedIn:⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/rozazharmukhambetova/⁠ More about today’s guest:   Giovanni Folonari is the President of Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari Tenute, in 1989 he graduated in Oenology, Viticulture and Fermentation Sciences at UC Davis in California. In the same year he completed his training taking care of the Research and Microvinification branch for the Robert Mondavi Winery in California. In 2000, he first held the role of Sales Manager for foreign countries of Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari Tenute, giving rise to the development of new markets, and later, that of Chief Executive Officer. In May 2017, he replaced his father as leader of the company and, since then, the process of substantial innovation started by Ambrogio Folonari, continues. Connect:  Website: https://www.tenutefolonari.com/en/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/folonaritenute/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ambrogio-e-giovanni-folonari-tenute/  _______________________________  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!    Follow Italian Wine Podcast for more great content – winery interviews from the Clubhouse sessions! Psssst…FYI, this show is our most popular show, find out why by tuning-in!

31 Juli 1h 4min

Welcome to episode 2423 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 202 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. Today Marc’s guest is Alessandra Seghene from the Nuraghe Crabioni winery in Sardinia, winner of 5StarWines BEST SWEET WINE 2025.    More about today’s guest: The Nuraghe Crabioni winery is located in Sorso, Sardinia. Specifically, it is in the Romangia region, in the north of the island. The winery takes its name from a Nuraghe, an ancient Sardinian tower, located on the estate in an area called “Lu Crabioni”. The winery and vineyards are situated on a hill overlooking the Gulf of Asinara. The winery cultivates the main Sardinian vines such as Cannonau di Sardegna, Vermentino di Sardegna, as well as those particular to the area, such as Cagnulari and Moscato di Sorso.  Alessandra Seghene is the second generation to lead the family winery. The winery’s Moscato di Sorso - Sennori DOC Pritziosu 2023 won 5StarWines Best Sweet Wine 2025.   Connect: Website: https://nuraghecrabioni.it/?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cantinanuraghecrabioni/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nuraghecrabioni    More about the host: Marc Millon, a VIA Italian Wine Ambassador since 2021, is a celebrated expert in the world of wine, food, and travel, boasting nearly 40 years of experience. Born in Mexico to a diverse family—his mother hailing from Hawaii via Korea and his father, an anthropologist, from New York via Paris—Marc was introduced to a rich tapestry of flavors from an early age. Together with his talented photographer wife, Kim, Marc has authored 14 acclaimed books, including the groundbreaking illustrated series The Wine Roads of Europe, The Wine Roads of France, The Wine Roads of Italy (winner of the Premio Barbi Colombini), and The Wine Roads of Spain. His other notable works include The Wine and Food of Europe, The Food Lovers’ Companion Italy, The Food Lovers’ Companion France, and Wine: A Global History. In addition to his writing, Marc is a sought-after speaker and hosts gastronomic cultural tours to Italy and France in partnership with Martin Randall Travel, a leading specialist in cultural travel. Since 2021, he has also been the engaging host of the “Wine, Food, and Travel with Marc Millon” series on the Italian Wine Podcast. When he's not exploring the culinary landscapes of the world, Marc resides along the scenic River Exe in Devon, England. Connect: Website:  https://www.quaypress.uk   https://www.marcmillon.co.uk  https://www.vino.co.uk    https://www.quaypress.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-millon-50868624/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Marc_Millon  _______________________________ 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!   Thanks for listening! This show is all about food and wine pairings, and traveling through Italy with Marc. Join him on this food, wine and cultural journey!

29 Juli 12min

Welcome to Episode 2422 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Barbara Fitzgerald interviews Bourcard Nesin, VP of Research at Rabobank and co-host of the Liquid Assets podcast. The conversation is based on Bourcard’s report, “The Real Reasons Generation Z Is Drinking Less Alcohol.” Key Takeaways: The foundational data misread crisis: What must companies understand before building Gen Z strategies? The organizational readiness gap: Why leadership composition is a strategic prerequisite—not just an HR initiative. The investment timeline paradox: How can companies navigate resource allocation effectively? More about the guest:  Bourcard Nesin is a beverage industry analyst specializing in trends and strategy across wine, spirits, distribution, and technology in the U.S. and globally. At Rabobank, he helps food and beverage companies navigate disruption in areas such as e-commerce, digital transformation, diversity and demographics, and sustainability. He also co-hosts the acclaimed Liquid Assets podcast and is a sought-after public speaker. His research has been featured in leading publications, and he holds a master’s degree in Applied Economics from Cornell University. Bourcard has authored multiple peer-reviewed academic papers on food security, entrepreneurship, and digital strategy. Read the Report: The Real Reasons Generation Z Is Drinking Less Alcohol  Connect: Website: Liquid Assets – Rabobank  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bourcard/  More about the host: With a career of nearly two decades in the wine industry, Barbara specializes in D2C marketing and business development. She's led roles from entry level to senior management, combining her extensive experience with data analysis, critical thinking and storytelling while driving revenue growth and brand recognition for California wineries. As a part of the 4th generation of an Italian-American family among the California wine industry pioneers, Barbara has spent her life around wine growing, production, marketing, distribution and hospitality. A Syracuse University graduate, she returned to California to gain diverse industry perspectives from a range of wineries. As an Italian Wine Ambassador, she brings her expertise to the Italian wine market, known for its authenticity and consumer demand. Barbara now runs Apri La Creative Consulting, coaching wineries in Italy and the US to strategically develop their D2C channels in line with their brand values. Together with her husband, Barbara also owns and operates a boutique wine production company, and a small import company specializing in Italian wines to the US. Connect:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barbarajeanfitz/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbara-fitzgerald-iwa/ Website: https://www.aprilacreative.com/  _______________________________ 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!

28 Juli 51min

Welcome to Episode 2421 of the Italian Wine Podcast On the Road Edition. In this special On the Road Edition, Stevie Kim is back in Asolo, one of Italy's most beautiful towns, in the Veneto region of northern Italy, near Venice. Today, Stevie is in conversation with local brand ambassador Gianpaolo Giacobbo, exploring the characteristics that give this lesser-known Italian region its unique identity. Stevie and Gianpaolo discuss the use of local varieties, the various production methods used, and the secrets to distinguishing between different types of Italian bubbles. Gianpaolo also explains the differences between the Charmat method, also known as the Martinotti method, and the classic method and the differences between the traditional "col fondo" and ancestral methods, and the impact these techniques have on the finished product. Finally, Gianpaolo reveals the 5 things you have to know about Asolo. More about the guest:  Gianpaolo Giacobbo is a wine writer, educator, and taster based in Bassano del Grappa. He has contributed to leading publications such as Porthos, Slow Wine Magazine, Spirito diVino, and Fine Wine Magazine, and co-hosted the radio segment I Vini Ascoltati on Radio Vicenza. He is the author or co-author of several books, including Il Piacere della Grappa, Il Grande Viaggio nel Vino Italiano, and Le Migliori 100 Bollicine d’Italia. He has also translated and contributed to key texts on biodynamic and natural wine. As an educator, Gianpaolo teaches at the University of Gastronomic Sciences (UNISG) in Pollenzo and Ca’ Foscari University in Venice, and leads seminars globally through the Slow Wine World Tour. He has served as a judge for major wine competitions and as a longtime contributor to the Slow Wine and Vini Buoni d’Italia guides. He currently works as a wine selector and trainer for Arkè Vini Naturali. Connect:  Website: https://gianpaologiacobbo.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gianpaolo.giacobbo/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/giacobbogianpaolo/    More about the host:  Stevie Kim is an Italian Wine Marketing & Communication Expert, Brand Positioning Specialist, and Public Speaker based in Verona, Italy. As Managing Partner at Vinitaly, she leads key initiatives, including OperaWine, Vinitaly International Academy, wine2wine Business Forum, and 5StarWines and Wine Without Walls. A passionate Italian Wine Evangelist, she harnesses social media and education to promote Italian wine on a global scale. The Italian Wine Podcast is part of Mamma Jumbo Shrimp, a brand Stevie launched in 2020 to make wine more accessible through books, maps, videos, and the Italian Wine Travel with Stevie YouTube series. Stevie also frequently joins Professor Attilio Scienza on his shows—helping keep our beloved professor in check! Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steviekim222/ Website: https://www.vinitaly.com/eventi/operawine/stevie-kim/  _______________________________ 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!

26 Juli 10min

Welcome to Episode 2420 of the Italian Wine Podcast and Everybody Needs a Bit of Scienza, where Professor Scienza takes questions from the international wine community and answers them in his own inimitable way! These episodes are generally in Italian. Today’s question comes from Yegas Naidoo (Part 2). Today’s question(s):  🇬🇧 Did Robert Parker have respect for vineyard, grape and heritage practices when casting judgement on the wines that he tasted?  🇮🇹 Robert Parker aveva rispetto per il vigneto, le uve e le pratiche legate alla tradizione quando esprimeva un giudizio sui vini che degustava?   More about Professor Scienza: Professor Attilio Scienza is the one who checks all the facts and regulates when we mistakenly type “Verdicchio” instead of “Vermentino.” He is a full professor at the University of Milan in the Department of Agricultural and Food Sciences where he teaches courses on genetic improvements to the vine; he also teaches Viticulture in the Master’s program of the University of Turin in Asti.  He has been the lead for many national research projects in the field of physiology, agricultural techniques, and vine genetics. As the author of over 350 publications on vine and viticulture in national and international journals, you can bet he knows his stuff! To find out more about Attilio Scienza visit:https://www.vinitaly.com/formazione/vinitaly-international-academy/attilio-scienza/    If you want to learn more about Stevie Kim, the Scienza wrangler: Stevie Kim is an Italian Wine Marketing & Communication Expert, Brand Positioning Specialist, and Public Speaker based in Verona, Italy. As Managing Partner at Vinitaly, she leads key initiatives, including OperaWine, Vinitaly International Academy, wine2wine Business Forum, and 5StarWines & Wine Without Walls. A passionate Italian Wine Evangelist, she harnesses social media and education to promote Italian wine on a global scale. The Italian Wine Podcast is part of Mamma Jumbo Shrimp, a brand Stevie launched in 2020 to make wine more accessible through books, maps, videos, and the Italian Wine Travel with Stevie YouTube series. Stevie often joins Professor Scienza in his shows to lend a hand keeping our Professor in check! You can also find her taking a hit for the team when she goes “On the Road”, all over the Italian countryside, visiting wineries and interviewing producers, enjoying their best food and wine – all in the name of bringing us great Pods! Connect:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steviekim222/ Website: https://www.vinitaly.com/eventi/operawine/stevie-kim/  _______________________________ 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! Share your love for our lovely Professor if you are a true Italian Wine Geek :)

25 Juli 13min