Unwined with Mandi Robertson

Today’s show is all about storytelling—because behind every great bottle of wine, there’s a voice, a place, and a purpose. We’re kicking things off with one of the most respected voices in the wine world, Jacky Blisson MW. She’s joining us to talk about her brand-new YouTube docuseries, The Wine Resistance—a powerful look at the people reshaping the future of wine, one vineyard at a time. Then, we’re heading down to South America for a taste of Chile, where I’ll be speaking with Mrs. Aida Toro of Chocalan Wines. She’ll share the story behind her winery, her passion, and what makes Chilean wine so compelling right now. And we won’t stop there—because we’re also making our way to Uruguay, one of the most exciting emerging wine regions today. I’ll be joined by Alec Griffith from Bodega Garzón to talk about what’s putting this coastal region firmly on the global wine map.

Today on Unwined, it’s all about travel, taste, and the experiences that bring it all together. With Easter just around the corner, we begin in the kitchen with something a little unexpected—but absolutely delicious. Tony Drakos from Zoe Olive Oil joins us to share a chocolate olive oil cake recipe and to explore how this simple ingredient can completely transform both flavour and texture. Then, we step into the world of travel at its most elevated. Emma Sleight from The World's 50 Best Hotels joins us to talk about what defines one of the best hotels in the world, how these properties are selected, and what to expect ahead of this year’s highly anticipated announcement in Paris this September. You can find more information on Emma's website at worlds50best.com And finally, as travel continues to evolve, we take a closer look at how to navigate it all. Cindy Almond, one of Canada’s leading travel agents, joins us to break down what travel agents actually do today, how they can elevate your experience, and whether—with rising fuel costs—it’s smarter to be booking flights now rather than later.

Today on Unwined, the focus turns to one of Canada’s most exciting and rapidly evolving travel destinations—Prince Edward County. With its sandy beaches, standout wineries, vibrant food scene, and beautifully designed accommodations, the County offers a complete experience that continues to draw visitors from across the country. This episode explores the region through the people shaping it, including Keith Tyers from Closson Chase Winery—home to the iconic purple barn—along with Mackenzie Brisebois from Hinterland Wine Company, a producer dedicated exclusively to sparkling wine. For those planning a visit, the newly opened The Claramount Club also comes into focus, offering a stylish and inviting place to stay - we will be speaking with Lyndsay Richmond from this stunning establishment.   If Prince Edward County isn’t already on your radar, it soon will be!  To find out more about visiting the county, click on the link below: https://visitthecounty.com