Italian Wine Podcast

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 345: Monty Waldin connects with Emma Gao of Silver Heights Winery in China. Emma is one of the winemakers helping to drive the craft in the Ningxia Province near Yinchuan. In addition, Emma is a member of the Vinitaly International Academy community and all-around amazing person. Supported by: Vinitaly International Academy. Join VIA!

Lawrence Cronin shares his lockdown experience in spontaneous and light discussion with Michelle Erland. Lawrence likes to make stuff up on his guitar as one of his hobbies, though he wouldn’t call it songwriting per se (definitely a must watch!). His other passions (besides wine making) include driving his motorcycle, watching children’s television shows with his son, and riffing on traditional Italian cooking with his wife. One sentiment would sum up Lawrence’s existence: "my heart's in New York, my soul's in Sicily."

💡 Please consider donating any amount to support the Italian Wine Podcast - donate here www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ and receive a free hard copy of The Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine! Italian Wine Podcast Episode 343: What is Scienzay up to these days? It's #everybodyneedsabitofscienza and Professor Scienza is back to answer a question from David Pinzolo. I think I almost fainted by only listening to the question, and Stevie needed to have a coffee break so... You get the idea. Musical Guest: ATOMO - Check him out! @atomo-cares Supported by: Vinitaly International Academy. Join VIA today! www.vinitalyinternational.com/?page_id=3107 Questions from David Pinzolo, cofounder of Three Tier Partners: Do you foresee a far-reaching change in the trellising systems used in vineyards away from vertical training and a return to pergola/horizontal systems as a result of climate change? If so how would you expect the characteristics of the resulting grapes to change assuming the growers are continuing to focus on quality and not quantity so the new vineyards are set up to carry "proper yields" and are planted to the proper vine density per hectare? What do you think of the concept of wild yeast and/or spontaneous fermentations with the idea that doing so gives the wines more product specificity? I have heard many producers talk about this practice with the belief that it works a little bit like a zip code so if done regularly and scrupulously it will yield wines that will speak of the area but even more so the vineyard and the specific winery. Do you agree? How should one think of the most recent studies published in the US which seem to indicate that once commercial yeasts have been used in the fermentation area they are so aggressive that fermentations can be started spontaneously or using indigenous yeasts but in short order the ambient commercial strains will overtake the wild strains and the fermentation will effectively become one under the control of the non-native strains? What is the difference, in your opinion, between genetically engineered vines and vines that are modified via more traditional crossing and propagation methods? Are the two essentially the same except that, in a very simplified fashion, the former involves a specific question and the attempt to reach the answer by working on the DNA sequence of the plant whereas the latter involves taking two plants with desirable characteristics mating them and hoping that those desirable characteristics will emerge in the resulting "offspring?” Thanks, in advance, should you decide to answer one or more of my questions. Cheers!

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 342: Narrator Joy Livingston answers some fun FAQs from the Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine. For example: What is a "Super Tuscan" and what makes it so super? This week's installment of "Wines to Try" includes Grignolino, Nero d'Avola, and the Uva di Troia. Supported by: Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine from Positive Press. Paperback available from positivepress.net, Kindle version on Amazon.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 341: Host Monty Waldin shares more biodynamic compost preparations. Are you planning to make biodynamic compost preparations of oak bark, dandelion, or valerian? Get the short instructions here then check out Monty's book for the finer details. Tune in each Wednesday for more biodynamic wine talk with Monty Waldin. Monty's book, "Biodynamic Wine," gives a much more thorough account of biodynamic compost preparation. For a limited time Infinite Ideas is offering a 15% discount off the book. Check Italian Wine Podcast social media channels for details.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 340: Guest podder Stevie Kim again fills in for Monty Waldin to continue the conversation with Natalie Wang in Hong Kong (part 2 of a two-part series begun last week). Natalie founded the website vino-joy.com and you should absolutely check it out. Natalie shares specific, concrete information that those looking to do business in wine in China should absolutely pay attention to. Supported by: Vinitaly International Academy. Join VIA today!

As Italy starts to ease “lockdown” measures, Paul Yanon and Axel Heinz reflect on rediscovering hobbies and changing routines. Axel shares his love for the foods and wines associated with the places he would like to visit following lockdown. He helps us try to understand the interesting characteristics of Bolgheri wines that express the territory’s sunny summer season.

💡 Please consider donating any amount to support the Italian Wine Podcast - donate here www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ and receive a free hard copy of The Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine! Italian Wine Podcast Episode 333: What is Scienzay up to these days? It's #everybodyneedsabitofscienza and Professor Scienza is back to answer a question from Giuseppe Rosati, a pioneer of VIA that is worried about the possible disappearance of vine varieties as Dolcetto. Musical Guest: Billy Early, check him out on Spotify after you listen to this episode! open.spotify.com/artist/67aey8iWi…cuSDetCUdVFwyA8A Supported by: Vinitaly International Academy. Join VIA today! www.vinitalyinternational.com/?page_id=3107

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 337: Joy Livingston narrates more Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine. Narrator Joy invites us on a tour of Central Italy, including the regions of Tuscany, Umbria, Marche, Lazio, and Abruzzo. Her weekly wines to try this round include Pecorino, Verdicchio, and the quaffable Grechetto. Supported by: Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine from Positive Press. Paperback available from positivepress.net, Kindle version on Amazon.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 336: Host Monty Waldin talks biodynamic compost preparations. Every wonder what exactly goes into biodynamic compost? Find out how yarrow, chamomile, and stinging nettle treatments are prepared in this quick lesson. Tune in each Wednesday for more biodynamic wine talk with Monty Waldin. Mont's book, Biodynamic Wine, gives a much more thorough account of biodynamic compost preparation. For a limited time Infinite Ideas is offering a 15% discount off the book. Check Italian Wine Podcast social media channels for details.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 335: Stevie Kim taps in for Monty Waldin to get the scoop on the Chinese wine market, straight from Natalie Wang in Hong Kong (part 1 of a two-part series to be continued next week). Among many other endeavors, Natalie founded the website vino-joy.com. Natalie has very valuable information for wine producers looking to do business in China, such as how to use social media to gain visibility and recognition. Supported by: Vinitaly International Academy. Join VIA today!

Juliana Colangelo interviews Heini Zachariassen and learns of some of his newfound hobbies while quarantining - especially hiking and outdoor activities. Heini describes his family time at home and the two exchange pointers on how to reduce stress between work hours. Heini also notes an overall increase in wine sales and consumption via online deliveries. He analyzes an apparent increase in Italian wine consumption and discusses how this information has helped to support the industry. Juliana and Heini conclude that people adapting to digital tools during the global pandemic has been an important development.

💡 Please consider donating any amount to support the Italian Wine Podcast - donate here www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ and receive a free hard copy of The Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine! Italian Wine Podcast Episode 333: What is Scienzay up to these days? It's #everybodyneedsabitofscienza and Professor Scienza is back to answer a question from Erik Schneider, who is the 2017 Sweden Somm of the Year! Whoo! Scienza suspects that he is actually Erik il Rosso, a Viking that got all the way to America - but Stevie believes that il Professore is actually making it all up. Will Scienza be able to answer a very Viking-like question from Erik, or will Stevie interrupt him? Find out! Musical Guest: The Gays www.facebook.com/gays4days/ Supported by: Vinitaly International Academy. Join VIA today! www.vinitalyinternational.com/?page_id=3107

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 332: Joy Livingston continues the narration of Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine. Ever wonder what those Italian words mean on that wine label? Listen in to find out what clues they can give you to help understand the provenance of your wine. Joy has selected following three wines to try this week: Cesanese, Albana, and Sagrantino. Supported by: Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine from Positive Press. Paperback available from positivepress.net, Kindle version on Amazon.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 331: Host Monty Waldin brings us more Biodynamic Wine discussion. We start to get into some of the biodynamic preparations described by Rudolf Steiner, namely the treatments that are applied to vineyards as sprays. Tune in each Wednesday for more biodynamic wine talk with Monty Waldin. For a limited time Monty's publisher, Infinite Ideas, is offering a 15% discount off his book. Check Italian Wine Podcast social media channels for details.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 330: Monty Waldin gets the rundown on the Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine from Lan Liu. Lan Liu wrote the "Guide" along with an international group of authors. Lan has a well rounded background in European wines, but he's settled in Italy to specialize in Italian wines and business. He coordinates the Vinitaly International Academy and he has some suggestions on what to check out if you make it to Piedmont - listen in to hear his recommendations! Supported by: Vinitaly International Academy. Join VIA!

Even with her busy schedule, Jeannie Cho Lee MW somehow teaches JC Viens to prepare a Korean steamed egg dish called Gyeranjjim - in less than 15 minutes! Jeannie is a pro when it comes to time management: she has juggled Master of Wine studies, writing and teaching jobs, and she’s a mother of four! She caps off the discussion with a lesson on how to pair the Korean dish with Italian wines, creating purposeful harmonies between the flavors of the food and drink.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 328: What is Scienzay up to these days? It's #everybodyneedsabitofscienza and Professor Scienza is back to answer a question from Gianluca Queiroli from Boston, who is either looking to clone or become the new Scienza. Stevie of course tried to change his mind... Musical Guest: Creo check him out! open.spotify.com/artist/7oh6gwRCY…obQWKgfBwo6sqeqw Supported by: Vinitaly International Academy. Join VIA today! www.vinitalyinternational.com/?page_id=3107

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 327: Joy Livingston brings us more Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine. This week we catch up on the remaining regions of North Italy: Trentino-Alto Adige, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Veneto, and Emilia-Romagna. Narrator Joy's "Wines to Try" of the week include Lagrein, Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso, and Ribolla Gialla. Supported by: Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine from Positive Press. Paperback available from positivepress.net, Kindle version on Amazon.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 326: Host Monty Waldin continues the presentation of his classic book, Biodynamic Wine. This week Monty covers the origins of Biodynamics and how such practices relate to the organic movement. Expect more Biodynamic Wine conversation with Monty Waldin each Wednesday. For a limited time Monty's publisher, Infinite Ideas, is offering a 15% discount. Check Italian Wine Podcast social media channels for details.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 325: Author, educator, narrator, and future voice of the BBC Rebecca Lawrence is back on the Italian Wine Podcast with Monty Waldin. Can you guess which of Rebecca's cats causes her the most problems? Listen to find out! Rebecca, along with three other authors, put together the Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine, a book that aims to serve seasoned Italian wine students and neophytes alike. Supported by: Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine

Umberto Bombana tells JC Viens of his lockdown travels with stops in Zurich, London and Hong Kong. The two also discuss Bombana’s culinary mentoring alongside his son, and of course they get into wine tasting. Both based in Hong Kong, JC and Umberto have some perspective to share on quarantine lockdown measures. They have some experience with best practices at the airport, in public places, and also in restaurants. Umberto shares his optimism for the recovery of the restaurant industry and changes to life in Europe.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 323: What is Scienzay up to these days? It's #everybodyneedsabitofscienza and Professor Scienza is back to answer a question from Monika Zakrzewska, an Italian Wine Consultant for Empson. Musical Guest: Pistol Jazz! Check them out! @pistoljazz Supported by: Vinitaly International Academy. Join VIA today! www.vinitalyinternational.com/?page_id=3107

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 322: It's Thursday so that must mean Narrator Joy Livingston is back with another installment of the Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine. Joy takes us on a cruise through eight regions of Northern Italy. Listen in to glean tasting notes on Barbera, Dolcetto, and Fumin. Supported by: The Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine from Positive Press. Paperback available from positivepress.net, Kindle version on Amazon.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 321: Host Monty Waldin introduces us to his book, Biodynamic Wine. Monty's book is the authoritative text on biodynamic wines. Here, he reads excerpts and expands on concepts that are key to understanding the differences between biodynamic grape production and conventional agriculture. Expect more Biodynamic Wine conversation with Monty Waldin each Wednesday. For a limited time Monty's publisher, Infinite Ideas, is offering a 15% discount. Check Italian Wine Podcast social media channels for details. UK shop: loom.ly/yy9GBPg US shop: loom.ly/wHgaTAQ

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 320: Pod favorite and Italian Wine Ambassador Tiziana Forni is back to chat with Monty Waldin. (04:35) Tiziana gets into some of the particulars of the three-tier system in the United States. The "Dark Lady" of Italian wine misses lots of things about Italy but loves her current home, New York City. Supported by: Vinitaly International Academy. Join VIA today!

From Piemonte to New York, Giancarlo Gariglio shares his lockdown experiences with Giuseppe Leonardo LoCascio. He discusses how lockdown has changed his routine from a frequent traveler for Slow Wine Guide to stay home dad. He’s making the most of the opportunity to focus on his exercise routine, cooking with his wife, teaching his daughter, and even writing a fiction book! Similarly, Giuseppe has been cooking with his wife and thinking about wines to pair with their meals.

Professor Attilio Scienza returns to the Italian Wine Podcast to share knowledge of Malvasias in a discussion with Monty Waldin that will surely interest scholars of Italian grape varieties. In part 2 the Professor shares the story of a real-life mystery surrounding Leonardo da Vinci’s ancient vineyard in Milan as well as a fictitious crime story involving the Professor himself as told by Giovanni Negri in his novel, Il Vigneto da Vinci (rest assured: spoilers have been removed). As always, discussions with Professor Scienza are recorded first in Italian then re-recorded in English with Rebecca Lawrence playing the English language voice of Attilio Scienza. Both Italian and English transcripts are made available to assist studious listeners. This is the original Italian recording.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 318: "Everybody Needs a Bit of Scienza" is back! Along with their signature banter, Stevie Kim and Professor Scienza take a super interesting question from Francesco Marchio, directly from Hong Kong, about the different PIWI vines varieties. Musical guest: Hazy Place Supported by: Vinitaly International Academy. Join the VIA Community! www.vinitalyinternational.com/vinitaly-i…l-academy/

It's time for our weekly reading of the Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine, the new book from Positive Press. Narrator Joy introduces us to the links between the Italian wine and fashion industries. Stay tuned for more "Jumbo Shrimp" readings each Thursday. Supported by: The Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine from Positive Press. Paperback available from positivepress.net, Kindle version on Amazon.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 315: Vinitaly International Academy Chief Scientist Professor Attilio Scienza is back to talk Verdicchio with Monty Waldin. Monty and the professor take a deep dive into the grape variety for the benefit of our serious Italian wine scholars. This is the original Italian recording of Monty's chat with Professor Scienza. Find the transcript on the Italian Wine Podcast website and stay tuned for the English language version of the podcast up next. Supported by VIA: Join the Vinitaly International Academy! www.vinitalyinternational.com/?page_id=3107

Laura Maniec-Fiorvanti catches up with Matteo Lunelli and shares the new hobby she’s picked up during lockdown—clamming. Laura has been cooking up some interesting shellfish dishes and she seeks Matteo's advice on how to saber (open Trento DOC bottles with a blade) like a pro. Matteo offers some do’s and don’ts of sabering, shares some anecdotes of his experiences with the technique, and finally opens a bottle of Ferrari. Supported by Colangelo & Partners

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 313: "Everybody Needs a Bit of Scienza" is back! Along with their signature banter, Stevie Kim and Professor Scienza take a super interesting question from Patti Robinson, in LA, about global warming and Erbamat, a new old vine. Musical guest: Lets Apocalypse Later Supported by: Vinitaly International Academy. Join the VIA Community! www.vinitalyinternational.com/vinitaly-i…l-academy/

Narrator Joy Livingston brings us yet another installment of the Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine, the new book from Positive Press. This week Joy takes us on a trip through Southern Italy. Stay tuned for more "Jumbo Shrimp" readings each Thursday. Supported by: The Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine from Positive Press. Paperback available from positivepress.net, Kindle version on Amazon.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 311: Monty Waldin makes a special call to Treviso Province to speak with Primo Franco of Nino Franco Spumanti. (07:15) Primo considered architecture as a profession but ended up an accomplished winemaker. Dry Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore Primo Franco 2017 made Wine Spectator's OperaWine list of 100 best Italian wines. Supported by: Smart Working!

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 310: Monty Waldin hears from Vitaliano Tirrito of Bellavista why Franciacorta truly represents Italy. (11:35) Find out what famous footballer shares traits with Vitaliano. Wine Spectator selected Bellavista's Brut Rosé Franciacorta 2014 for the OperaWine list of Italy's 100 best. Supported by: Smart Working!

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 309: Jeff Porter rings Oscar Farinetti of Fontanafredda and Eataly. #iobevoacasa - LOCKDOWN SERIES. Jeff and Oscar talk philosophy, food, Italian wine, books, and Sicily. (00:45) Right off the bat a guitar makes an appearance and Jeff and Oscar break out in song. Supported by: Colangelo & Partners.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 308: "Everybody Needs a Bit of Scienza" is back! Along with their signature banter, Stevie Kim (risking death in this very episode) and Professor Scienza (not even realizing that Stevie is choking on cake) take a geeky and technical question from Ciro Pirone, in Boston, about soils and vines! Listen up! Musical guest: Atomo. Check him out! @atomo-cares Supported by: Vinitaly International Academy. Join the VIA Community! www.vinitalyinternational.com/vinitaly-i…l-academy/

Narrator extraordinaire Joy Livingston is back with another installment of the Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine, the new book from Positive Press. This week, we get a quick primer on the history of vines and wine in Italy. Stay tuned for more "Jumbo Shrimp" readings each Thursday. Supported by: The Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine from Positive Press. Paperback available from positivepress.net, Kindle version on Amazon.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 306: Monty Waldin gets the rundown on the wines of Irpinia from Monica Colangelo of Azienda Agricola Nativ. (09:25) Nativ focuses on the autochthonous vineyards of their terroir. Irpinia Campi Taurasini Eremo San Quirico 2011 stands out as an exceptional wine on Wine Spectator's OperaWine list of Italy's top 100. Supported by: Smart Working!

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 305: Monty Waldin goes rogue and interviews Graziano Prà of Azienda Agricola di Graziano Prà in Italian, eschewing the standard podcast format! (04:15) Although the buzz around wines from volcanic soils has really increased over the last decade, winemakers in the Soave Territory have been making styles using the elements at their disposal throughout recorded history. Soave Classico Colle Sant’Antonio 2014 is an exemplary wine from the Soave Territory, making Wine Spectator's OperaWine list of Italy's top 100. Supported by: Smart Working!

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 304: Geralyn Brostrom gets the scoop on Tara Empson's wine import/export businesses along with her cake baking habit. #iobevoacasa - LOCKDOWN SERIES. Tara shows off the fondant cake decorations she's been making at home. (04:10) Tara made it her mission to create beautiful cakes after a chance encounter in a Milan bookstore. Supported by: Colangelo & Partners.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 303: "Everybody Needs a Bit of Scienza" is back! Along with their signature banter, Stevie Kim and Professor Scienza manage to take a question on the uniqueness of vines, from Alice Wong, Hong Kong. Musical guest: tagirijus. Check them out on Instagram! www.instagram.com/tagirijus/?hl=en Supported by: Vinitaly International Academy. Join the VIA Community! www.vinitalyinternational.com/vinitaly-i…l-academy/

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 316: Vinitaly International Academy Chief Scientist Professor Attilio Scienza is back to talk Verdicchio with Monty Waldin. Monty and the professor take a deep dive into the grape variety for the benefit of our serious Italian wine scholars. This is the dubbed English language version of the "Verdicchio" podcast where Rebecca Lawrence plays the voice of Attilio Scienza. Supported by VIA: Join the Vinitaly International Academy! www.vinitalyinternational.com/?page_id=3107

Narrator extraordinaire Joy Livingston reads the Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian wine for the benefit of Italian Wine Podcast Listeners. The guide should be a good refresher or reference for longtime podcast listeners. New fans of Italian wine will find a quick crash course on the subject of Italian Wine. Here, Joy has broken the book up into manageable portions with themes such as "Italian Sparkling Wines" and "A Brief History of Italian Wine." Each reading is accompanied by a rundown on the most important grape varieties and some exemplary wines to try, along with tasting notes.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 300: Monty Waldin and Franco Massolino discuss the Serralunga d'Alba area of the Piedmont region. (06:00) Franco has a hard time imagining a universe in which he isn't a winemaker! Massolino's Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva 2011 was named to the OperaWine list of Italy's 100 best by Wine Spectator. Supported by: Smart Working!

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 300: Monty Waldin and Sabatino di Properzio of Azienda Agricola Binomio are troopers and make it through episode 300 of the podcast, even with spotty internet service! (01:55) Monty confirms that Sabatino is not in fact crazy for growing Montepulciano grapes that are not especially resistant to disease or stress. Binomio manage their vines for quality non quantity and Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Riserva 2015 was named by Wine Spectator as of one of Italy's 100 best wines. Supported by: Smart working!

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 299: Michelle Erland gets a crash course in agriculture from Lamberto Frescobaldi at his Florence estate. #iobevoacasa - LOCKDOWN SERIES. Lamberto shows off some Angus cattle. It's tough to not be inspired by Lamberto's optimism and world view. Supported by: Colangelo & Partners.

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 298: "Everybody Needs a Bit of Scienza" is back! Along with their signature banter, Stevie Kim and Professor Scienza manage to take a question on soils, Barolo, and Barbaresco from Gianluca Alaimo di Loro of Big Head Wines in Ontario, Canada. Musical guest: Heavy City from Portland, Oregon. Check them out on bandcamp! Supported by: Vinitaly International Academy. Join the VIA Community! www.vinitalyinternational.com/vinitaly-i…l-academy/

Italian Wine Podcast Episode 297: Monty Waldin powers through dropped calls to interview Davide Champion of Tenute Sella e Mosca, one of the largest contiguous estates in Europe. (07:00) Sella e Mosca has successfully brought Sardinian wines to foreign markets by maintaining a continuous relationship with partners and highlighting food-wine pairings. Wine Spectator named Sella e Mosca's Vermentino di Gallura Superiore Monteoro 2016 as one of Italy's 100 best. Supported by: Smart working!