Ep. 2164 InHaeng Jung | Voice with Cynthia Chaplin

In this episode Monty Waldin meets Sara Goretti, whose family wineries Vini Goretti are located in Umbria. Sara’s wineries produce Sagrantino, Grechetto, and Trebbiano Toscano wines. Monty and Sara talk about the international markets for Sagrantino. Sara talks abut unusual wine and food pairings, matching Sagrantino with Korean spicy soup, Japanese fish tartare or grilled salmon. Sara also talks about traditional Umbrian dishes such as the Torta al Testo or the Umbricelli pasta. Sara also presents one of their reds, l’Arringatore (a blend of Sangiovese, Merlot, and Ciliegiolo), that will make you talk a lot after drinking it! Tune in also to learn more about Nonna Marcella Goretti’s cooking classes and the wine therapy sessions offered at the Goretti winery!

16 Juli 201825min

In this podcast Monty Waldin meets Matteo Santoiemma, owner of Ognissole Winery in the Apulia (Puglia) region of Italy, a certified organic and biodynamic winery. Matteo takes Monty on a beautiful journey through the local grape varieties such as Primitivo, Uva di Troia, Bombino Bianco, Moscato Bianco and through the Puglia terroirs. Join Monty and Matteo also to discover more about local food and the history of the region!

16 Juli 201813min

In this episode Monty Waldin interviews Salvatore Santus, Manager at AgriPunica, a winery in the beautiful island of Sardinia, located in the Sulcis subregion, a land once connected with the ancient Carthaginians. Join Monty and Salvatore to learn more about the winery’s history, its incredible soil, and its Carignano- and Vermentino-based wines.

11 Juli 201814min

In this episode Monty Waldin interviews Paolo Bartoloni owner of Le Cimate winery in the Montefalco area in Umbria. Paolo tells Monty about his family and winery history built on former Church land. They discuss Sagrantino, Trebbiano Spoletino and Vermentino. Paolo and Monty give interesting suggestions about pairing Sagrantino with local wild boar, mushrooms, and truffles. Paolo also suggests vegetarian dishes to pair with Sagrantino. After chatting about Sagrantino Rosé and Passito wines, they also talk about moraiolo olive oil grown in Le Cimate Estate! Join us in this podcast for a gourmet tour of Umbria!

9 Juli 201821min

In this podcast Monty Waldin meets Antonio Capaldo, owner of the Feudi San Gregorio winery in the Campania region. Tune in to discover Antonio’s personal story, from his studies and jobs abroad in finance to his journey home working in the family business. Antonio tells Monty about Feudi’s 2,000 year old vines and his vision to combine tradition and innovation. Monty and Antonio discuss the Italian and international markets for Southern Italian wines, wine tourism, and Feudi San Gregorio’s signature wines such as Taurasi, Greco di Tufo, and Fiano di Avellino.

3 Juli 201813min

In this episode Monty Waldin meets Matteo Basili, winemaker at Benedetti & Grigi Winery in Montefalco, Umbria. Matteo tells Monty about his previous experience as a winemaker in Australia and his current work for Benedetti & Grigi with Sagrantino grapes in Umbria. Monty and Matteo go deep into the work done in vineyard and in the cellar to make Sagrantino wines. They also discuss the potential of Sagrantino grapes to be cultivated in Australia. Tune in for a close-up on Sagrantino winemaking practices!

2 Juli 201811min

In this episode Monty Waldin meets world-famous actress Carole Bouquet who has been making Passito di Pantelleria on the Pantelleria islands for over a decade. Carole talks passionately about Italy, wine, and her forays in the wine world. She tells Monty about the rich history and beauty of the island of Pantelleria where her Sangue d’Oro Passito is made.

26 Juni 201820min

In this podcast Monty Waldin interviews Liu Pambuffetti at Scacciadiavoli Winery in the Montefalco area in Umbria. Liu talks about the origin of the Scacciadiavoli name that is also the name of the area. Liu tells Monty about her training in Bordeaux and how her studies in France have informed the winemaking in her family business. Liu describes the wines produced by Scacciadiavoli winery, including Sagrantino-based Montefalco Rosso, Trebbiano Spoletino, Sparkling Sagrantino, Sparkling Rosé and Sagrantino Passito. Tune in also to find out some interesting wine and food pairings!

25 Juni 201831min