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videoEp. 2820 Italianity for Me Is: Embracing the Roots We Once Hid with Anthony Giglio | Italianity S...
Welcome to episode 2820 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 2 of the Italianity series with Jessica Dupuy. In this episode, Jessica is in conversation with sommelier, author and storyteller Anthony Giglio, to explore what it means to grow up Italian in America and the legacy an immigrant great-grandfather can leave behind. Anthony reflects on the differences between Italian and Italian-American culture, the challenges immigrants faced in the US, and how shame around their origins shaped later generations. Through memories of Sunday lunches, homemade food and family wine traditions — including the childhood drink known as the “spaghetti spritz” — he shares how food and wine kept his Italian heritage alive and sparked his love of cooking. More about the guest: Anthony Giglio is a New York-based sommelier, writer, educator and raconteur, known for his witty, unpretentious approach to wine. He is Wine Director for the American Express Centurion Lounge network, a longtime
videoEp. 2819 Stolen Paradise, Sacred Tears & The Secrets of Ancient Volcanic Vines with Vincenzo Orab...
Welcome to Episode 2819 of the Italian Wine Podcast and Episode 266 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. Marc speaks with Vincenzo Orabona of Villa Dora about winemaking on the volcanic slopes of Vesuvius, where old, ungrafted vines and indigenous varieties give the wines their distinctive character. They explore the legend of Lacrima Christi, the evolution of vineyard practices, and the potential of Caprettone to produce age-worthy wines. Vincenzo also discusses Catalanesca, a grape reflecting Spain’s historical influence on Campania, and shares local food pairings, from spaghetti alle vongole to Neapolitan pizza and ragù napoletano. More about the guest: Vincenzo Orabona is the nephew of Vincenzo Ambrosio, who founded Villa Dora in 1997, and now runs the estate. Villa Dora farms organically on the southern slopes of Vesuvius, inside the Vesuvius National Park near Terzigno, on volcanic soils of ash and lapilli. The vineyards are planted with ungrafted vines averagin
videoEp. 2818 Making Italian Wine More Relevant, Engaging, and Fun with Amari Collins, aka Vin Dealer ...
Welcome to Episode 2818 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode of the Masterclass US Wine Market, Juliana Colangelo is joined by Amari Collins, the New York wine educator and creator known as Vin Dealer, to explore how wine can be made more culturally relevant, more fun, and more exciting for the next generation of drinkers. Amari shares her approach to teaching and tasting at Swirl School, her three-hour wine experience that mixes education, games, and movement, and who actually shows up to her events. She talks about taking Swirl School from New York out on the road, and how she chooses the wines to pour at each stop. The conversation turns to what Italy needs to do to connect with younger wine consumers and keep them curious. They also look at social media: what people want to learn from wine content, and how wineries can make their own stories relatable. Key Takeaways: • Making wine education more fun, engaging, and culturally relevant.
videoIn Vino Veritas with Professor Scienza: True or False?
🍷 Il Marsala nasce come imitazione dello Sherry? ❌ Falso! Il professore ci spiega come nasce davvero il Marsala, a partire dal vino siciliano Perpetuo, e come il contesto commerciale dell’epoca abbia contribuito alla sua diffusione sul mercato inglese. 👨🏻🏫🍾
videoEp. 2817 Ep. 19: USA Overview | Study Smart for your WSET Level 3
Welcome to Episode 19 of Study Smart and Episode 2817 of the Italian Wine Podcast with Gill Gordon-Smith. Ep. 19: USA Overview Study Smart for your WSET Level 3 is a new series of audio learning resources specifically created for wine students. This new series consists of 30 episodes, each focusing on a particular wine region, with the objective of equipping listeners with the knowledge and expertise they need to prepare for industry-standard courses such as WSET. With exam strategies and techniques also included, the "Study Smart" series is designed to help wine students achieve their learning objectives in an accessible and engaging way. This new series has been designed in partnership with the Italian Wine Academy (https://italianwineacademy.org/) , a Verona-based, internationally recognized wine school founded in 2017 that provides WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) certification courses and specialized training. The series is delivered by the accl
video#OPENBARSTEVIE Una chiacchierata sull'Odissea (e molto altro) con Attilio Scienza
🎬 Guarda la nuova puntata di #OPENBARSTEVIE con il Professor Attilio Scienza. Ci sarà spazio anche per il vino nell’Odissea di Christopher Nolan? 👀
video#OPENBARSTEVIE Una chiacchierata sull'Odissea (e molto altro) con Attilio Scienza
Ulisse, l’Italia e il grande schermo: cosa ne pensano i nostri ospiti? In questa puntata di #OpenBarStevie, Stevie Kim, i suoi ospiti e l’amatissimo professore Attilio Scienza seguono le rotte di Ulisse attraverso l’Italia, tra miti, luoghi e radici greche che ancora oggi raccontano una storia millenaria. E in un viaggio così epico non poteva mancare il vino: è parte di questa storia fin dalle origini, e Omero lo sapeva bene. 🍿🎬 Nella Parte 2 di #OpenBarStevie si va al cinema! E questa volta vogliamo scoprire una cosa: ci sarà spazio anche per il vino nell’Odissea di Christopher Nolan? 👀 Non perdetevela! ------------------------------------------- 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, an
videoEp. 2816 Singapore: A Gateway to Premium Wine in Asia with Gerald Lu of Praelum Part 2 | Asia Win...
Welcome to the Asia Wine Market and Episode 2816 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Roza Zharmukhambetova speaks with Gerald Lu, President of the Sommelier Association of Singapore, seasoned sommelier, and director and owner of Praelum Wine Bistro, one of Singapore’s best-known wine spots. In Part 2, they discuss career opportunities and salary expectations in the wine industry, the role of the Sommelier Association of Singapore, and advice for Italian wine producers looking to enter the market. Listen to Part 1: https://www.italianwinepodcast.com/Episodes/ep-2805-singapore-a-gateway-to-premium-wine-in-asia-with-gerald-lu-of-praelum-part-1-asia-wine-market/ Gerald also shares his favourite wine spots across the city: • Luxury: 67 Pall Mall, Park90 • Cosy: Soif & Co, Patrimonio Wines, Convivial • Natural wine: Revolution, Temple Cellars Key Takeaways: • Understand Singapor
videoEp. 2815 Family Legacy and the Future of Amarone della Valpolicella with Luca Speri & Ekaterina V...
Welcome to Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner and Episode 2815 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Ekaterina Vislinskaya IWA meets Luca Speri, sixth-generation member and export manager of the Speri family winery in Valpolicella Classica and newly appointed president of Famiglie Storiche. Luca shares the family’s commitment to estate-grown grapes, native varieties and organic viticulture, as well as the association’s mission to protect Amarone’s quality and identity. They also discuss the 2026 harvest, adapting to warmer summers and welcoming visitors to the family’s restored 15th-century home. About today's host: Ekaterina Vislinskaya is a certified wine sommelier and content creator from Yekaterinburg, Russia, specializing in Italian wines. She holds WSET Level 3 and is an accredited Italian Wine Ambassador (IWA) through Vinitaly International Academy. Ekaterina is also a guest blogger for the Italian Wine Podcast and a passionate wine traveler, sharing insights on wine
videoEp. 2814 Italianity for Me Is: The Art of Feeling Welcomed with Yannick Benjamin | Italianity Ser...
Welcome to episode 2814 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 1 of the Italianity series with Jessica Dupuy. In this episode, Jessica is in conversation with Yannick Benjamin, owner of the Beaupierre wine store in NYC, about Italian hospitality and the people who made him feel welcome and inspired his career in wine. From Lidia Bastianich’s “nonna” treatment to his early days at Le Cirque under Sirio Maccioni, Yannick shares the experiences that shaped his journey. He also discusses changing wine tastes, his discovery of lighter reds, the influence of Stoicism on his work, his connection to Rome and his love for the wines of Valle d’Aosta. More about the guest: Yannick Benjamin is a New York City-based sommelier, wine educator and advocate for accessibility in hospitality. He is Director of Wine at the University Club of New York, co-founder of Beaupierre Wines & Spirits and founder of Wine on Wheels, a nonprofit that empowers people with disabilities through community,
videoEp. 2813 The Taste of Devon: Cheese, Farming & English Wine with Greg Parsons of Sharpham Cheese ...
Welcome to episode 2813 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 265 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc is in conversation with Greg Parsons of Sharpham Cheese. They discuss the landscape of Southern Devon, the current state of farming and the market, the history of cheesemaking in Devon, the challenges of taking over the business in 2019, the product range, and English wine and cheese pairings. More about the guest: Greg Parsons is the owner and managing director of Sharpham Dairy, a prominent artisan cheesemaking business based in South Devon, England. Along with his wife, Nicky Parsons, he acquired the company in 2019 after working as a food industry veteran for roughly 40 years with major brands like Unilever and Dairy Crest. Connect: Website: https://sharphamcheese.co.uk/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/sharphamcheese/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-parsons-a9209b5/ More about the host: Marc Millon,
videoEp. 2812 Brooklyn’s New Wine Palate: Italian Wine Beyond the Classics with Andrea Mancin | Master...
Welcome to Episode 2812 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode of the Masterclass US Wine Market, Marissa Muoio IWA speaks with Brooklyn-based sommelier, wine director, and restaurateur Andrea Mancin about Brooklyn’s evolving wine scene, pairing Italian wines with creative pasta dishes, and the opportunities for small, sustainable producers in New York City. Key Takeaways: • Understanding Brooklyn’s evolving palate: How local diners are moving beyond established Italian appellations toward organic wines, skin-contact whites, and low-intervention styles, with authenticity increasingly taking precedence over prestige. • Pairing pasta and wine: How to train restaurant staff to match high-acid, structured wines and funkier natural wines with inventive pasta dishes. • Reaching the modern NYC wine buyer: How Italian wineries and importers can present smaller-scale, sustainability-focused producers in an increasingly competiti
videoIn Vino Veritas with Professor Scienza: True or False?
🍷 Più il vino ha un colore intenso più è strutturato? FALSO ❌ Il professore ci spiega anche il perché. 👨🏻🏫
videoEp. 2811 Ep. 18: Canada | Study Smart for your WSET Level 3
Welcome to Episode 18 of Study Smart and Episode 2811 of the Italian Wine Podcast with Gill Gordon-Smith. Ep. 18: Canada Study Smart for your WSET Level 3 is a new series of audio learning resources specifically created for wine students. This new series consists of 30 episodes, each focusing on a particular wine region, with the objective of equipping listeners with the knowledge and expertise they need to prepare for industry-standard courses such as WSET. With exam strategies and techniques also included, the "Study Smart" series is designed to help wine students achieve their learning objectives in an accessible and engaging way. This new series has been designed in partnership with the Italian Wine Academy (https://italianwineacademy.org/) , a Verona-based, internationally recognized wine school founded in 2017 that provides WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) certification courses and specialized training. The series is delivered by the acclaimed wine educator G
videoEp. 2810 Buried Italy with Joseph Walker | Book Club with Richard Hough
Welcome to Book Club and Episode 2810 of the Italian Wine Podcast with Richard Hough. In this episode, Richard is in conversation with Joseph Walker, author of “Buried Italy”. Highlights of the conversation include: • Joseph’s personal background and career in the US military • His “origin story” as an explorer of Italian history • The discovery of the submerged Roman remains at Portus Julius • Tourism as a vehicle for sharing history and storytelling • The challenges of managing competing demands of tourism and preservation • How to be a more responsible tourist in Italy • The importance of wine to the Italian visitor experience • What wine can tell us about the history of Italy “Buried Italy” by Joseph M. Walker is available to order on Amazon at: https://a.co/d/06NdhEa3. About today’s guest: The US military sent Jo
videoEp. 2809 The presence of Italian Wine in the Dutch culture: A conversation between Karlijn Tiemer...
Welcome to Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner and Episode 2809 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Karlijn Tiemersma interviews Arnoud Zuijdendorp, director of NOVITALIA, an Italian food and wine distributor in the Netherlands, about the evolving Dutch wine market and the growing popularity of Italian wines. They discuss changing consumer preferences, the importance of storytelling and food pairings, and how Italian producers can stand out in a competitive market. Arnoud also shares how NOVITALIA selects its winery partners, promotes lesser-known Italian regions and varieties, and builds connections between Italian wine, food and culture. About today's host: Karlijn Tiemersma is a marketer, creative connector and curious woman with a love for bringing people and ideas together. Alongside her work in marketing, she has a soft spot for Italy, wine, travel and the stories that unfold around a table. Grounded by her Dutch roots and inspired by the Italian way of life, Ka
videoHow ColleMassari welcomes you to Montecucco: hospitality, food & tradition
We spoke with Michele Sforza, Chef at I Granai Restaurant, who shared his culinary philosophy with us: using traditional Tuscan products, including locally sourced ingredients, while giving a fresh take on classic dishes. 🌿🍅 In every menu, he aims to bring out the perfect pairing between food and wine. 🍷
videoEp. 2808 From Sunken Roman Cities to Piedirosso: Exploring Campi Flegrei Through Wine with Gilda ...
Welcome to episode 2808 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 264 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc is in conversation with Gilda Martusciello of Salvatore Martusciello winery to explore Campi Flegrei, from sunken Roman cities to Piedirosso. They discuss what it means to make wine on an active volcano, how the volcanic and yellow tuff soils shape the wines, and how Campi Flegrei differs from Vesuvius. Gilda also shares how her husband's family helped map the area's key terroirs and grapes and were the first to petition for DOC status in Campania. The conversation ends with food and wine pairings, from Falanghina and Piedirosso with local seafood to Asprinio with mozzarella. More about the guest: Gilda Guida Martusciello discovered her love for wine through her encounter with Salvatore Martusciello and his family, pioneers since the 1990s in reviving Campania's native grape varieties. Their commitment and perseverance promoted the very creati
videoEp.2807 Importing Italian Wine to the US with Giuseppe LoCascio of Lucidity Wine Merchants | Mast...
Welcome to Episode 2807 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode of the Masterclass US Wine Market, Barbara Fitzgerald is joined by Giuseppe LoCascio of Lucidity Wine Merchants to explore how Italian wine producers can find the right importer and turn that partnership into lasting success in the US market. Giuseppe explains how his company chooses the producers it works with and the main pillars behind those decisions. He also breaks down the differences between key California markets, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Oakland, Sacramento and San Diego, and shares how producers can support their importer once the contract is signed. Key Takeaways: 1. Finding the importer that needs you is the first step toward a successful US launch. 2. Getting an importer is just the beginning — the real work starts after the contract is signed. 3. Choosing the right market within the US matters, as each region, even within Californi
videoEp. 2806 Ep. 17: Greece and Portugal | Study Smart for your WSET Level 3
Welcome to Episode 17 of Study Smart and Episode 2806 of the Italian Wine Podcast with Gill Gordon-Smith. Ep. 17: Portugal and Greece Study Smart for your WSET Level 3 is a new series of audio learning resources specifically created for wine students. This new series consists of 30 episodes, each focusing on a particular wine region, with the objective of equipping listeners with the knowledge and expertise they need to prepare for industry-standard courses such as WSET. With exam strategies and techniques also included, the "Study Smart" series is designed to help wine students achieve their learning objectives in an accessible and engaging way. This new series has been designed in partnership with the Italian Wine Academy (https://italianwineacademy.org/) , a Verona-based, internationally recognized wine school founded in 2017 that provides WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) certification courses and specialized training. The series is delivered by the acclaimed w
videoHow ColleMassari welcomes you to Montecucco: hospitality, food & tradition
For Gurdip Kaur, Event Coordinator at ColleMassari Hospitality, staying at the relais is an opportunity to enjoy nature and all the comforts it has to offer. 🌿🍷 In addition to its Tuscan-style villas, the property offers guests the chance to experience the heart of Montecucco surrounded by nature, comfort, and tradition. Discover the Colle Massari Wine Relais experience and let yourself be captivated by the heart of Montecucco. ⛰️
videoEp. 2805 Singapore: A Gateway to Premium Wine in Asia with Gerald Lu of Praelum Part 1 | Asia Win...
Welcome to the Asia Wine Market and Episode 2805 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Roza Zharmukhambetova speaks with Gerald Lu, President of the Sommelier Association of Singapore, seasoned sommelier, and director and owner of Praelum Wine Bistro, one of Singapore’s best-known wine spots. Part 1 explores Singapore’s wine market, including its import and distribution landscape, key players in Italian wine, consumer profiles and preferences, and the balance between volume and premium positioning. Gerald also shares insights into Praelum and its wine portfolio. Key Takeaways: • Understand Singapore's Role as Asia's Wine Hub: Explore why Singapore has become one of Asia's most important markets for premium wine, re-export, hospitality and international trade. • Discover What Drives Singaporean Wine Consumers: Learn about Praelum, consumer preferences and opportunities for Italian wines. • Learn How Sommeliers Shape
videoIn Vino Veritas with Professor Scienza: True or False?
🇮🇹Se il vino sa di tappo è colpa del sughero scadente ? 🍾 La risposta potrebbe sorprenderti! 👀
videoEp. 2804 How a New Generation of Women Is Shaping Italy’s Wine Industry with Michela Adriano of M...
Welcome to Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner and Episode 2804 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Saloni Khanapurkar IWA interviews Michela Adriano of Marco Adriano e Vittorio, who shares her experience working in her family winery and her perspective on the evolving role of women in Italy’s wine industry. Michela discusses the unique terroir of San Rocco Seno d’Elvio in Barbaresco, her work with Sbarbatelle, and the importance of creating a more connected and inclusive wine community. She also reflects on staying grounded, having fun in the industry, and the legacy she hopes to leave behind. About today's host: Saloni Khanapurkar is an Italian wine professional, educator, and entrepreneur working at the intersection of wine, culture, and India. She is India’s first and only Italian Wine Ambassador, a WSET Level 3 in Wine holder, and currently a DipWSET candidate. She has worked with Italian wineries and wine organizations across Piemonte, Tuscany, Lombardy, and Fri