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videoInterview with Debora Parker Wong
How do you teach wine to Gen Z? 👩🏫🍷 We asked Deborah Parker Wong MSc, DipWSET, an opinion-leading journalist, educator, researcher, and author. She leads wine studies courses at several universities across the U.S., so who better to share how we can connect with this generation, and make sure they actually care about wine? 😉
videoEp. 2666 A Valpolicella Masterclass with Elisabetta Tosi and Giampiero Nadali | Book Club with Ri...
Welcome to Book Club and Episode 2666 of the Italian Wine Podcast with Richard Hough. In this episode, Richard is in conversation with Elisabetta Tosi and Giampiero Nadali, authors of “The Amarone della Valpolicella Vintage Atlas”. Highlights of the conversation include: • Living and working in Valpolicella: understanding the region, its pedoclimatic conditions, and the meaning behind the name. • Valpolicella in the glass: how to recognize the wines and the role of the appassimento method. • Ama
videoEp. 2665 Lisa Lazzaretto IWA interviews Andrea Bocchino of Vini Bée imports in Switzerland | Club...
Welcome to Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2665 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Lisa Lazzaretto IWA interviews Andrea Bocchino of Vini Bée Imports in Switzerland, exploring the dynamics of the Swiss wine market in 2025. The conversation offers a comprehensive look at current trends, consumer behavior, and the positioning of Italian wines. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast. Key Learning Objectives: • Understand th
videol’incredibile unicità della Valle dell’Adige
⛰️ Il viaggio lungo la Via Romea Germanica Imperiale con il Professor Scienza continua! In questo episodio scopriamo l’incredibile unicità della Valle dell’Adige: uno dei territori geologicamente più complessi d’Europa. Qui depositi glaciali, rocce dolomitiche e terreni di origine vulcanica si intrecciano, dando vita a una viticoltura ricca e diversificata. Tra i vitigni simbolo di questa terra troviamo la Schiava, diffusa in tutto il Trentino-Alto Adige, il Teroldego, protagonista della Piana R
videol’incredibile unicità della Valle dell’Adige
⛰️ Il viaggio lungo la Via Romea Germanica Imperiale con il Professor Scienza continua! In questo episodio scopriamo l’incredibile unicità della Valle dell’Adige: uno dei territori geologicamente più complessi d’Europa. Qui depositi glaciali, rocce dolomitiche e terreni di origine vulcanica si intrecciano, dando vita a una viticoltura ricca e diversificata. Tra i vitigni simbolo di questa terra troviamo la Schiava, diffusa in tutto il Trentino-Alto Adige, il Teroldego, protagonista della Piana Rotaliana, e l’antico Enantio, uno dei rarissimi vitigni italiani derivati direttamente da viti selvatiche. 🍇
videoEp. 2662 Wine Sales: How to Drive Growth, Build Demand & Reduce Friction with Philana Bouvier | M...
Welcome to Episode 2662 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Barbara Fitzgerald speaks with Philana Bouvier, President of Demeine Estates, where she leads the vision behind a best-in-class sales and marketing organization. Key Takeaways: • Precision drives growth in a down market: focus on discipline, portfolio clarity, and reallocating resources to the segments that matter most • Demand generation is essential: distribution alone no longer guarantees sales—brands must actively build demand, even if it means exiting certain markets • Friction is the biggest barrier: simplifying how wine is bought and sold is critical for both consumers and the trade More about the guest: Philana Bouvier is the President of Demeine Estates which serves and supports the dynamic and growing portfolio of the Lawrence family and Managing Partner, Carlton McCoy Jr. owned fine wine estates and import
videoEp. 2661 Let’s talk about a new book with Prof. Attilio Scienza | #openbarstevie
Welcome to #openbarstevie and Episode 2661 of the Italian Wine Podcast. It’s a casual video podcast filmed in the office, where wine people drop by, open a bottle or two, and hang out with moi! 😝 Sometimes they come alone, often in pairs or small groups. The conversation flows naturally and is not limited to wine. It touches on family, friendships, work, failures, successes, current events, and above all the Italian way of living. This is not an interview series in the traditional sense. It is closer to friends meeting at aperitivo time. Wine is the excuse, NOT the subject. The focus is on lived experience. What it really means to live and work in Italy today. The beauty, the contradictions, the chaos, the privilege, and the everyday rituals that define Italian lifestyle. 💡 Format: 30 to 45 minutes Filmed in the office with a relaxed, low-production setup 1 to 3 guests per episode Guests can be producers, communicators, importers, educators, creatives, or friend
video#openbarstevie with Professor Attilio Scienza
🧑🏫 Professor Attilio Scienza returned to Vinitaly International Academy Verona 2026 with two exclusive seminars for course candidates. We asked him for a preview of the topics he explored: vocation and autochthony, and how these concepts have long been misunderstood and misused, both by wineries and in wine communication. What do they really mean? Find out in our interview, out nOW on youtube 👉 https://loom.ly/MRkbHaM
video#openbarstevie with Professor Attilio Scienza
In this edition of #OpenBarStevie, Stevie Kim is in conversation with the legendary Professor Attilio Scienza. Professor Scienza introduces his new book, "An Italian Wine Pilgrimage with Professor Attilio Scienza", a truly inspiring wine journey that leads its way across the Italian peninsula, following ancient Roman roads, paths of faith, and historical itineraries. Professor Scienza also announces the topics of his masterclasses at this year's Vinitaly International Academy, which revolve around the themes of "vocation" and "autochthony". Finally, Stevie asks Professor Scienza about his views on the currently geopolitical situation and, in particular, the current war in Iran. "An Italian Wine Pilgrimage with Professor Attilio Scienza" is available now at https://www.amazon.it/dp/8894686361/. ------------------------------------------- MammaJumboShrimp is a podcast, a book and a wine school - and so much more!! We love to eat, drink and travel, seeking out the very best that
videoEp. 2660 Elena Barattini IWA interviews Ondine de La Feld of Tenuta di Tavignano in Marche | Club...
Welcome to Clubhouse Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2660 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Elena Barattini IWA interviews Ondine de La Feld of Tenuta di Tavignano in Marche These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast. Key Learning Objectives: • Describe the history and development of Tenuta di Tavignano and understand the vision and leadership of Ondine de la Feld in shaping the estate today. • Explain the importance of Castelli di Jesi for growing Verdicchio in the Marche. • Understand how vineyard sites, sustainability practices, and strategic estate decisions contribute to expressing identity and innovation. More about today’s host: Before finding her calling in wine, Elena had a successful career in sports marketing, most notably working with the Italian Olympic Committee at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics.
videoEp. 2659 Ep. 11: Leggende, monasteri e vini sulla Via Romea Germanica | Pellegrinaggio Enoico con...
Welcome to Episode 2659 of the Italian Wine Podcast and the 11th episode of Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Professore Attilio Scienza! This series is recorded in Italian. Episode 11: Leggende, monasteri e vini sulla Via Romea Germanica You want to dive into the stories and myths behind Professor Scienza’s new series, but Italian isn’t your thing? No problem! You’ll find all the conversations, translated in english, in the new Mamma Jumbo Shrimp book: An Italian Wine Pilgrimage: with Professor Attilio Scienza. Now available in English on Amazon (https://www.amazon.it/dp/8894686361) . A true oenological journey led by Professor Attilio Scienza in the company of Stevie Kim, winding its way across the peninsula, following ancient Roman roads, paths of faith, and historical itineraries. Genetics, morphology, climate change, and the concept of viticulture vocation come together to tell the story of our grape varieties and their inextricable bond with the territory. Expect amazing stories
videoEp. 2658 Ferraro's Ristorante: Building an Italian Food & Wine Empire in Las Vegas with Gino Ferr...
Welcome to episode 2658 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 239 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc explores the evolution of the Las Vegas dining scene through the story of Gino Ferraro, from his early beginnings after moving to the U.S., to building one of the city’s most respected Italian restaurants. The conversation dives into his journey from coffee bars and food distribution to the restaurant, his philosophy on authentic Italian cuisine, signature dishes, and the creation of an award-winning wine list with over 1,800 labels. More about today’s guest: Gino Ferraro is the owner, host, and wine curator behind Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar in Las Vegas, a family-run institution founded in 1985. Originally from Calabria, Italy, Gino moved to the United States at a young age, settling first in Syracuse, New York, before making Las Vegas his home in 1976. Over nearly five decades in the city, he has built one of the most respected
videola leggenda del vino Est! Est!! Est!!!
Conosci la leggenda del vino Est! Est!! Est!!!? 🍷 📜 Correva l’anno 1111 quando Johannes Defuk, vescovo amante del buon vino, era in viaggio verso Roma al seguito di Enrico V di Franconia, diretto da Papa Pasquale II. Ad aprirgli la strada c’era il suo fidato coppiere, Martino, con una missione precisa: trovare le locande con il vino migliore. Il segnale? Scrivere “est” (cioè c’è) sulla porta. Arrivato a Montefiascone, Martino fu però tanto colpito dalla qualità del vino locale da segnalarlo ripetendo per tre volte “Est! Est!! Est!!!” Questa è solo una delle curiosità che abbiamo scoperto nel nuovo episodio di Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Attilio Scienza. ⚠️ Ricorda, il libro della serie è disponibile su Amazon in inglese, in formato cartaceo e digitale 🔗 acquistalo ora seguendo il link nella nostra bio!
videoPellegrinaggio Enoico con Attilio Scienza. Ep 11: Leggende e vini sulla Via Romea Germanica
In questa puntata il professor Scienza attraversa Toscana, Umbria e Lazio seguendo la Via Romea Germanica. Il percorso però si conclude a Montefiascone con la famosa leggenda del vino Est! Est!! Est!!! e il ruolo delle vie di pellegrinaggio nella diffusione della cultura del vino in Europa. ----- The MammaJumboShrimp family is a podcast, it's a book & it's a wine school - but the truth is we love Italian wine but we won't turn our nose up at other wines!! In addition to wine, we also cover food and travel, this winning trifecta makes up our identity. Projects to date include the Italian Wine Podcast, Italian Wine Academy, and Italian Wine Books, but stay tuned because the best is yet to...watch. Or you can always go ahead & punch in for more information: www.italianwinepodcast.com https://www.italianwineacademy.org/ This channel aims to inform, educate and entertain wine fans through engaging tastings, conversations with producers, experts, and personalities. Wine Geeks Unite!
videoEp. 2657 Putting Piedmont on the global map with Paolo Bongioanni | Grandi Langhe e il Piemonte d...
Welcome to episode 2657 of the Italian Wine Podcast recorded live at Grandi Langhe e il Piemonte del Vino 2026. As an official media partner, Italian Wine Podcast brings you firsthand insights from Grandi Langhe e il Piemonte del Vino 2026, Piedmont's premier wine event that took place on January 26-27, in Turin. Join top producers, buyers, and experts to explore emerging styles, winemaking innovations, and market trends shaping the region's future. From Barolo and Barbaresco to hidden gems, this series offers in-depth interviews and behind-the-scenes insights, revealing Piedmont's impact on the global wine scene. Today’s guest: Paolo Bongioanni, Councillor for Agriculture, Food, Hunting, Fishing, Parks, Tourism and Sport of the Piedmont Region. About the Grandi Langhe: Grandi Langhe e il Piemonte del Vino is one of Italy’s most prestigious wine events, dedicated to showcasing the excellence of Piedmont. Organized with the support of the region’s leading wine consorti
videoGrandi Langhe 2027: what's gonna happen?
Now that the 2026 edition of Grandi Langhe has come and gone, we asked Paolo Bongioanni, Councillor for Agriculture, Food, Hunting, Fishing, Parks, Tourism and Sport of the Piedmont Region, what the goal is for next year 🕐 His answer was simple: to keep growing, becoming even bigger in terms of wineries, space, industry professionals, and guests, and to strengthen its presence on the international stage as a key reference point for Piedmont.
videoEp. 2656 A Bridge between Myth and Modern Wine | The Art of Wine Storytelling with Ryan Robinson
Welcome to Episode 2656 and Episode 8 of The Art of Wine Storytelling with Ryan Robinson. In this episode, Ryan explores the bridge between myth and modern wine—uncovering how history, legend, and storytelling shape the way we understand and experience wine today. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, an eager student, or simply a curious wine lover, The Art of Wine Storytelling takes you on a journey that bridges ancient history with modern consumer culture. Discover how wine is much more than just a drink – it’s a narrative shaped by centuries of tradition, innovation and human interaction. Ignite your imagination, deepen your appreciation for wine, and be inspired to savor not just what’s in the bottle, but the remarkable story behind each and every glass. About Ryan Robinson: Ryan Robinson is the Director of Education for Brescome-Barton Inc., and Worldwide Wines in Connecticut, an Adjunct Professor at the University of New Haven, and is the Principal at SommCen
videoPutting Piedmont on the Global Map with Paolo Bongioanni - Grandi Langhe 2026
As an official media partner, Italian Wine Podcast brings you firsthand insights from Grandi Langhe e il Piemonte del Vino 2026, Piedmont's premier wine event that took place on January 26-27, in Turin. Join top producers, buyers, and experts to explore emerging styles, winemaking innovations, and market trends shaping the region's future. From Barolo and Barbaresco to hidden gems, this series offers in-depth interviews and behind-the-scenes insights, revealing Piedmont's impact on the global wine scene. Today’s guest is Paolo Bongioanni, Councillor for Agriculture, Food, Hunting, Fishing, Parks, Tourism and Sport of the Piedmont Region. In this conversation with the Italian Wine Podcast, Councillor Bongioanni outlines the extent of the region's contribution to Grandi Langhe, the importance of events such as Grandi Langhe to the wider economic objectives of the region, and the characteristics that make Piedmont an attractive destination on the international stage. Councillor Bon
videoEp. 2655 Mauricio De Chiaro IWA interviews Anna De Backer of IDivini winery in Isola d'Asti, Pied...
Welcome to Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2655 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Mauricio De Chiaro IWA interviews Anna De Backer of I Divini winery in Isola d’Asti, in Piemonte. The conversation focuses on the unique identity of the Isola d’Asti area and Anna’s journey from architect in Belgium to winemaker in Italy. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast. Key Learning Objectives: • Explore Anna’s journey from Belgium to Italy, taking a leap of faith to become a winemaker and build a life in the vineyards from scratch. • Understand the challenges and determination behind creating a new project without inherited vineyards, and the work required to establish a place in the market. • Discover how dedication, vision, and perseverance can lead to outstanding wine quality in a relatively short time. More about today’s host: As
videoEp. 2654 Ep. 10: Vini, leggende e vitigni tra Romagna e Toscana | Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Attil...
Welcome to Episode 2654 of the Italian Wine Podcast and the 10th episode of Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Professore Attilio Scienza! This series is recorded in Italian. Episode 10: Vini, leggende e vitigni tra Romagna e Toscana You want to dive into the stories and myths behind Professor Scienza’s new series, but Italian isn’t your thing? No problem! You’ll find all the conversations, translated in english, in the new Mamma Jumbo Shrimp book: An Italian Wine Pilgrimage: with Professor Attilio Scienza. Now available in English on Amazon (https://www.amazon.it/dp/8894686361) . A true oenological journey led by Professor Attilio Scienza in the company of Stevie Kim, winding its way across the peninsula, following ancient Roman roads, paths of faith, and historical itineraries. Genetics, morphology, climate change, and the concept of viticulture vocation come together to tell the story of our grape varieties and their inextricable bond with the territory. Expect amazing stories, rand
videoEp. 2653 Italy’s Hidden Gem: Tintilia from Molise with Sara Catabbo of Cantine Catabbo | Wine, Fo...
Welcome to episode 2653 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 238 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc speaks with Sara Catabbo, exploring Molise and its native grape, Tintilia. Once nearly forgotten, Tintilia was rediscovered by Sara’s father and is now at the heart of the family’s winemaking story. More about today’s guest: Catabbo is a family-run winery based in San Martino in Pensilis, in Molise, dedicated to the revival of Tintilia, a once nearly forgotten native grape. Founded on the vision of Vincenzo Catabbo, one of the pioneers in rediscovering and replanting Tintilia, the estate is now carried forward by the second generation. Today, the winery works with organically certified vineyards, focusing on authenticity and a strong sense of place. From vineyard to cellar—including the use of amphorae—Catabbo aims to express the pure character of Tintilia and the identity of Molise in every bottle. Sara Catabbo, together with her siblings,
videoVini, leggende e vitigni tra Romagna e Toscana
🍇 Sapevi che la Fortana è chiamata anche “Uva d’Oro”? È una varietà rarissima coltivata soprattutto a Ferrara su terreni sabbiosi del delta del Po, dove le viti possono crescere franche di piede, cioè senza portinnesto, perché la sabbia protegge dalla fillossera. Nel nuovo episodio del nostro viaggio con Stevie e il Professor Scienza, entriamo proprio in Emilia-Romagna, raccontando i vini del Delta del Po. Il viaggio prosegue poi tra leggende e antiche radici, fino alla scoperta dello Syrah di Cortona. ⚠️ Ricorda, il libro della serie è disponibile su Amazon in formato cartaceo e digitale, in italiano e in inglese 🔗 acquistalo ora seguendo il link nella nostra bio!
videoPellegrinaggio Enoico con Attilio Scienza. Ep 10: Vini, leggende e vitigni tra Romagna e Toscana
In questa puntata il professor Scienza attraversa il Po ed entra in Emilia-Romagna, raccontando vitigni rari come la Fortana e i vini del Delta del Po sopravvissuti alla fillossera. Il viaggio prosegue poi tra Romagna e Toscana, tra leggende e antiche radici, fino alla scoperta dello Syrah di Cortona. --- The MammaJumboShrimp family is a podcast, it's a book & it's a wine school - but the truth is we love Italian wine but we won't turn our nose up at other wines!! In addition to wine, we also cover food and travel, this winning trifecta makes up our identity. Projects to date include the Italian Wine Podcast, Italian Wine Academy, and Italian Wine Books, but stay tuned because the best is yet to...watch. Or you can always go ahead & punch in for more information: www.italianwinepodcast.com https://www.italianwineacademy.org/ This channel aims to inform, educate and entertain wine fans through engaging tastings, conversations with producers, experts, and personalities. Wine Gee
videoEp. 2652 Cristina Mercuri MW: Becoming Italy’s First Female Master of Wine | #openbarstevie
Welcome to #openbarstevie and Episode 2652 of the Italian Wine Podcast. It’s a casual video podcast filmed in the office, where wine people drop by, open a bottle or two, and hang out with moi! 😝 Sometimes they come alone, often in pairs or small groups. The conversation flows naturally and is not limited to wine. It touches on family, friendships, work, failures, successes, current events, and above all the Italian way of living. This is not an interview series in the traditional sense. It is closer to friends meeting at aperitivo time. Wine is the excuse, NOT the subject. The focus is on lived experience. What it really means to live and work in Italy today. The beauty, the contradictions, the chaos, the privilege, and the everyday rituals that define Italian lifestyle. 💡 Format: 30 to 45 minutes Filmed in the office with a relaxed, low-production setup 1 to 3 guests per episode Guests can be producers, communicators, importers, educators, creatives, or friend