Ep. 2366 Isa Ketebaev of Monte Bianco Almaty | Asia Wine Market: Almaty Special Edition

Ep. 2366 Isa Ketebaev of Monte Bianco Almaty | Asia Wine Market: Almaty Special Edition

Welcome to Episode 2366 and the sixth episode of the special series focusing on the Asian Wine Market. In today’s episode, Roza Zharmukhambetova interviews Isa Ketebaev, Managing Director of Monte Bianco Almaty. Key Learning Objectives: Understand Monte Bianco’s role, operational structure and portfolio development strategy. Gain insights into operational realities, partnerships and bureaucratic hurdles. Understand consumer behavior, identify trends and market opportunities for Italian producers. Asia Wine Market is a new podcast series from the Italian Wine Podcast that explores the fast-growing wine markets across Asia. Designed for wine professionals, importers, and producers, the series highlights regional trends, consumer behavior, and business opportunities for Italian wine exports. Through 10 exclusive episodes, this series offers insights from key industry players and builds up to the Vinitaly Kazakhstan Roadshow 2025 — a strategic event connecting Italian wineries with Central Asian wine importers, sommeliers, and distributors. Whether you're looking to enter the wine market or expand your brand presence in Central Asia, this series is your starting point. Link to the Episode with Artem Lebedev mentioned by Roza: https://www.italianwinepodcast.com/Episodes/ep-1780-new-territories-spotlight-on-central-asia-wine2wine-business-forum-2023/ Today’s guest: Isa Ketebaev Since 2015, Issa has been part of Monte Bianco, a small family-run business specializing in the import and distribution of premium wines and spirits. Since 2021, he has served as the branch director in Almaty. Monte Bianco operates branches in four major cities in Kazakhstan—Aktau, Atyrau, Astana, and Almaty—and runs nine retail locations across the country. While Monte Bianco offers wines in all price segments, its main focus is on rare and exceptional wines from boutique producers. The portfolio includes renowned Italian wineries such as Tunella, G.D.Vajra, Braida, Travaglini, Produttori del Barbaresco Ferrari, St.Michael Eppan, Produttori Vini Manduria, Tasca d'Almerita, Altesino, Casanova di Neri, La Spinetta, Querciabella, Astoria, Bisol, Michele Castellani, Arnaldo Caprai, Capichera, among others. Connect: Website: https://monte-bianco.kz/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monte.almaty/ Today’s host: Roza Zharmukhambetova 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/ _______________________________ 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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Ep. 82 (ITALIAN) Monty Waldin interviews Riccardo Cotarella (Falesco Winery) | Italian Wine Coops

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

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.]

20 Feb 20187min

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.]

29 Jan 201818min

Ep. 76 Monty Waldin interviews SimonPietro Felice (CAVIRO) | Italian Wine Coops

Ep. 76 Monty Waldin interviews SimonPietro Felice (CAVIRO) | Italian Wine Coops

In Italy, the table wine Tavernello is almost as widely recognized as pizza. The Tavernello brand has enjoyed thriving sales for over 30 years. In this episode, Monty Waldin meets SimonPietro Felice, General Manager at CAVIRO, the Italian wine coop behind Tavernello. Monty and SimonPietro discuss the history of the coop and its effort to make wine of controlled origin. Monty also tries to elicit from SimonPietro the “secret” Tavernello recipe, a blend of wines from 7 Italian regions. Tune in also for a discussion on cooperation, encouraging younger generations to work in the vineyard, and wine consumption trends 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.]

29 Jan 201817min

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