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videoThe Volcanic Wines of Lanzarote: Malvasía, Diego & Listán Negro with tasting notes
In this video, I look at the island’s dramatic volcanic landscape, its exceptionally dry climate, and the unique vineyard system of hoyos, chabocos and protective stone walls used to grow vines in black volcanic ash. I taste four Lanzarote wines, including examples of Malvasía Volcánica, Diego/Vijariego, Listán Negro and traditional-method sparkling wine, with food pairings inspired by the island itself. The wines and local products mentioned are available from Wine Shop Lanzarote: https://wines
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videoThis Tiny Vineyard Sits Beneath Germany’s Most Dramatic Rock Face
Wine with Jimmy here in the Nahe, standing beneath the dramatic Rotenfels near Traisen — the tallest rock face north of the Alps and one of the region’s most striking geological landmarks. In this video, I introduce the tiny Traisener Bastei vineyard, one of Germany’s smallest officially registered vineyard sites at just 1.4 hectares. Sheltered beneath the imposing Rotenfels and planted on steep terraces, this site is known for producing opulent, complex Rieslings from volcanic rhyolite soils. A
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videoGermany’s Oldest Wine Cooperative | Ahr Short
Jimmy here in Germany’s Ahr region, standing by one of the country’s oldest continuously operating wine cooperatives: Mayschoss-Altenahr. In this short, I take a quick look at Walporzheim, the Kräuterberg vineyard, and the steep, terraced landscape that makes this part of the Ahr so dramatic. Join the Wine with Jimmy Club for more wine learning: https://e-learningwine.winewithjimmy.com/program/wwj-club #ahr #germanwine #winewithjimmy #winetasting #wineeducation #shorts
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videoGut Hermannsberg and the Kupfergrube Vineyard | The Historic Heart of the Nahe
In this video, I’m in the heart of the Nahe, near Niederhausen, introducing Gut Hermannsberg — one of the region’s most historic and important estates. Formerly known as the Royal Prussian Wine Domain, this estate played a major role in promoting the Nahe and identifying some of its finest vineyard sites. Today, Gut Hermannsberg remains one of the key names in the region, with important vineyards including Kupfergrube and Hermannsberg. In this short introduction, I explain the fascinating histor
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videoThis Tiny Vineyard Sits Beneath Germany’s Most Dramatic Rock Face
Wine with Jimmy here in the Nahe, standing beneath the dramatic Rotenfels near Traisen — the tallest rock face north of the Alps and one of the region’s most striking geological landmarks. In this video, I introduce the tiny Traisener Bastei vineyard, one of Germany’s smallest officially registered vineyard sites at just 1.4 hectares. Sheltered beneath the imposing Rotenfels and planted on steep terraces, this site is known for producing opulent, complex Rieslings from volcanic rhyolite soils. A spectacular location, a dramatic vineyard, and another glimpse into the remarkable geology of the Nahe. #Nahe #GermanWine #Riesling #WineWithJimmy #TraisenerBastei #Rotenfels #GutHermannsberg #WineEducation #Terroir
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videoI’m in Roxheim Looking at Red Sandstone Soils in the Nahe
I’m in Roxheim, in Germany’s Nahe region, looking at a striking section of red sandstone and explaining why it matters. This geology helps tell the story of the red sandstone soils found in parts of the Nahe and beyond. It’s a great example of how landscape, rock, and soil all connect to wine. #Nahe #GermanWine #WineWithJimmy #WineEducation #RedSandstone #Roxheim #Terroir #Shorts
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videoWSET Level 3 New Zealand | Short Written Question Practice
Are you studying New Zealand for WSET Level 3? In this video, I take you through short written question practice to help you prepare for the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines exam. We look at key New Zealand wine topics that regularly matter for revision, including climate, grape growing hazards, rainfall, sustainable viticulture, Central Otago, acidity, alcohol, and how to approach exam-style answers. This video is designed to help you: revise New Zealand for WSET Level 3 practise short written quest
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videoGut Hermannsberg and the Kupfergrube Vineyard | The Historic Heart of the Nahe
In this video, I’m in the heart of the Nahe, near Niederhausen, introducing Gut Hermannsberg — one of the region’s most historic and important estates. Formerly known as the Royal Prussian Wine Domain, this estate played a major role in promoting the Nahe and identifying some of its finest vineyard sites. Today, Gut Hermannsberg remains one of the key names in the region, with important vineyards including Kupfergrube and Hermannsberg. In this short introduction, I explain the fascinating history of the estate, the story behind the old copper mine at Kupfergrube, and why this producer remains so important to the Nahe today. #Nahe #GutHermannsberg #Kupfergrube #GermanWine #WineWithJimmy #WineEducation #Riesling #Terroir
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videoI’m in Roxheim Looking at Red Sandstone Soils in the Nahe
I’m in Roxheim, in Germany’s Nahe region, looking at a striking section of red sandstone and explaining why it matters. This geology helps tell the story of the red sandstone soils found in parts of the Nahe and beyond. It’s a great example of how landscape, rock, and soil all connect to wine. #Nahe #GermanWine #WineWithJimmy #WineEducation #RedSandstone #Roxheim #Terroir #Shorts
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videoThe Recipe for Good Riesling with Peter Weis
Making great Riesling isn’t complicated… but it’s all about getting the basics right. In this clip, Peter Weis breaks down his simple approach to Riesling winemaking — from gentle pressing to why he leaves the wine on gross lees for months after fermentation. It’s a reminder that sometimes the best wines come from doing less, not more. Watch the full interview for a deeper dive into Riesling, winemaking philosophy, and Peter’s journey from the Mosel to New York. #Riesling #Winemaking #WineEducat
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videoDiscovering the Upper Ahr | Germany’s Dramatic Red Wine Region
If you want to understand Germany properly, you have to understand the Ahr. Want to take your understanding of German wine further? Unlocking Germany: From Mosel to Rheingau is a guided tasting with Jimmy Smith featuring six carefully selected wines that showcase the range, precision, and brilliance of Germany. Learn more here: https://mtwwines.com/products/jimmygermany In this video, I take you into the Upper Ahr, a small but hugely important part of Germany’s wine landscape. We look at the key
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videoWhy Slate Matters in Germany’s Ahr Valley
Standing on the Mönchberg vineyard in Mayschoß, I take a look at the slate soils that help make the Ahr one of Germany’s most exciting regions for Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir). Want more wine deep dives, study support, and exclusive content? Join the Wine with Jimmy Club here: https://e-learningwine.winewithjimmy.com/program/wwj-club #Ahr #GermanWine #PinotNoir #Spatburgunder #WineEducation #WineWithJimmy
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videoMastering Germany: My Guide to Grape Growing & Winemaking in the Ahr
In this episode of Mastering Germany, I take a detailed look at the Ahr Valley, focusing on grape growing and winemaking in one of Germany’s smallest and most distinctive wine regions. Want to take your understanding of German wine further? Unlocking Germany: From Mosel to Rheingau is a guided tasting with Jimmy Smith featuring six carefully selected wines that showcase the range, precision, and brilliance of Germany. Learn more here: https://mtwwines.com/products/jimmygermany Want to go further
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videoMastering Germany: Pfalz Explained | Climate, Soils, Topography & Winemaking
In this video, I take a detailed look at the Pfalz, Germany’s second largest wine region. Want to take your understanding of German wine further? Unlocking Germany: From Mosel to Rheingau is a guided tasting with Jimmy Smith featuring six carefully selected wines that showcase the range, precision, and brilliance of Germany. Learn more here: https://mtwwines.com/products/jimmygermany Join the Wine with Jimmy Club for full access to the rest of this Mastering Germany series and more exclusive win
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videoGermany’s Oldest Wine Cooperative | Ahr Short
Jimmy here in Germany’s Ahr region, standing by one of the country’s oldest continuously operating wine cooperatives: Mayschoss-Altenahr. In this short, I take a quick look at Walporzheim, the Kräuterberg vineyard, and the steep, terraced landscape that makes this part of the Ahr so dramatic. Join the Wine with Jimmy Club for more wine learning: https://e-learningwine.winewithjimmy.com/program/wwj-club #ahr #germanwine #winewithjimmy #winetasting #wineeducation #shorts
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videoWhy Slate Matters in Germany’s Ahr Valley
Standing on the Mönchberg vineyard in Mayschoß, I take a look at the slate soils that help make the Ahr one of Germany’s most exciting regions for Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir). Want more wine deep dives, study support, and exclusive content? Join the Wine with Jimmy Club here: https://e-learningwine.winewithjimmy.com/program/wwj-club #Ahr #GermanWine #PinotNoir #Spatburgunder #WineEducation #WineWithJimmy
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videoFrom Mosel to New York: The Rise of Finger Lakes Riesling
In this interview, I’m joined by Peter Weis, sixth-generation winemaker from the Mosel and founder of Weis Vineyards in New York’s Finger Lakes, to explore one of the most exciting cool-climate wine regions in the world. https://www.weisvineyards.com/ We discuss how the Finger Lakes compare to classic European regions like the Mosel, and why Riesling thrives in this unique environment. Peter explains the crucial role of the lakes in moderating extreme cold, the importance of shale soils, and how
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videoWSET Level 3 South Africa Questions | Wine Exam Practice Video
Test your South Africa knowledge with this WSET Level 3 short written questions practice video. For the full extended version and more exclusive exam preparation resources, visit the Wine with Jimmy e-learning portal: https://e-learningwine.winewithjimmy.com/course/wset-level-3 In this taster session, I work through exam-style questions on South Africa, including label interpretation, Stellenbosch, premium grape growing conditions, and Pinotage as a crossing. This is designed to help you prepare
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videoThe Recipe for Good Riesling with Peter Weis
Making great Riesling isn’t complicated… but it’s all about getting the basics right. In this clip, Peter Weis breaks down his simple approach to Riesling winemaking — from gentle pressing to why he leaves the wine on gross lees for months after fermentation. It’s a reminder that sometimes the best wines come from doing less, not more. Watch the full interview for a deeper dive into Riesling, winemaking philosophy, and Peter’s journey from the Mosel to New York. #Riesling #Winemaking #WineEducation #WineWithJimmy #PeterWeis #Mosel #WineShorts
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videoWhy Cool Climates Make Better Sparkling Wine?
Why are the world’s best sparkling wines made in cooler regions? In this clip, Andrew Rockwell (Head Winemaker at Sparkling Pointe, Long Island) explains why cooler climates allow grapes to develop flavour before sugars get too high — a crucial factor when making traditional-method sparkling wine. If alcohol levels get too high, the second fermentation in bottle simply won’t work. Watch the full interview to learn more about Long Island sparkling wine, climate, viticulture and winemaking. Full i
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videoWhy Cool Climates Make Better Sparkling Wine?
Why are the world’s best sparkling wines made in cooler regions? In this clip, Andrew Rockwell (Head Winemaker at Sparkling Pointe, Long Island) explains why cooler climates allow grapes to develop flavour before sugars get too high — a crucial factor when making traditional-method sparkling wine. If alcohol levels get too high, the second fermentation in bottle simply won’t work. Watch the full interview to learn more about Long Island sparkling wine, climate, viticulture and winemaking. Full interview on the Wine With Jimmy channel.
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videoLong Island Sparkling Wine Explained | Andrew Rockwell of Sparkling Pointe
In this interview, I’m joined by Andrew Rockwell, Head Winemaker at Sparkling Pointe on the North Fork of Long Island, to explore one of the most exciting sparkling wine regions in the United States. We talk about why Long Island works so well for traditional-method sparkling wine, the crucial role of maritime influence, and how Sparkling Pointe has positioned itself as a dedicated sparkling house in a region better known for summer tourism and still wines. Andrew explains the winemaking philosophy behind Sparkling Pointe, including gentle whole-cluster pressing, long lees ageing, and the importance of dosage in shaping the final wine. We also dig into vintage variation, extended ageing (including a 10-year lees-aged wine), and how Long Island compares stylistically to Champagne and English sparkling wine. Along the way, we cover climate challenges on the East Coast, vineyard disease pressure, future grape varieties, and how climate change may shape sparkling wine production in New
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videoWSET Diploma Success: Top 10 Study Tips from a Vintners’ Scholarship Winner
Passing the WSET Diploma is a huge challenge. In this video I’m joined by Emily Chan, winner of the Vintners’ Scholarship for the highest overall Diploma mark, to share her top ten tips for succeeding in one of the toughest wine qualifications in the world. Emily walks through the practical strategies that helped her excel in the Diploma – from long-term study planning and note-taking techniques to exam strategy, tasting preparation, and how to manage your time on the day. If you’re currently studying the WSET Diploma (or thinking about starting), this conversation is packed with practical advice that could make a real difference to your results. In this video we discuss: • How to structure your Diploma studies over many months • Turning the syllabus into effective revision notes • Why writing practice is essential for theory exams • How to approach past papers and examiner reports • Exam strategy and time management • Preparing for the tasting papers • Practical tips for managing
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videoGermany’s Largest Wine Region | Rheinhessen Explained | Mastering Germany
Want to take your understanding of German wine further? Unlocking Germany: From Mosel to Rheingau is a guided tasting with Jimmy Smith featuring six carefully selected wines that showcase the range, precision, and brilliance of Germany. Learn more here: https://mtwwines.com/products/jimmygermany In this video, I’m taking a deep dive into Rheinhessen, Germany’s largest wine region and one of its most important. We’ll look at where Rheinhessen sits geographically, how the Rhine River shapes the landscape, and why this region is warmer and drier than you might expect at this latitude. I’ll walk you through the key elements that define Rheinhessen, including its topography, climate, rainfall, and sunshine hours, before getting properly stuck into the geology. From loess soils and limestone plateaus to Rotliegendes, quartzite, slate, and volcanic influences, this is a region with far more complexity than it’s often given credit for. We’ll also cover grape growing and winemaking in Rheinh
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