Italian Wine Podcast

Welcome to Episode 2684 and Episode 9 of The Art of Wine Storytelling with Ryan Robinson. In this episode, Ryan explores the Border Metaphor and how it relates to wine storytelling. 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...

Welcome to Clubhouse Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2683 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Alberto Rivera IWA interviews Andi Punter of Franz Haas winery in Alto Adige. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast.  Key Learning Objectives: Strategic role of export professionals and how global markets influence the way wines are communica...

Welcome to Episode 2682 of the Italian Wine Podcast and the 15th episode of Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Professore Attilio Scienza! This series is recorded in Italian. Episode 15: La Romea Strata tra ambra, vino e imperi 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...

Welcome to episode 2681 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 243 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon.  Will you be following the Giro d’Italia?  After three days in Bulgaria, this 3-week Grand Tour stage race will commence in Italy in Calabria on Tuesday May 12 before moving relentlessly from south to north, west to east, over the steepest bumps and highest mountains to arrive finally in Ro...

Welcome to episode 2680 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 innova...

Welcome to the Asia Wine Market: Almaty Special Edition and Episode 2679 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Roza Zharmukhambetova interviews Natalya Budayeva, a wine educator at Champagne Sommelier School in Almaty. Together, they dive into the role of education in shaping the market, and the opportunities for building a stronger connection between trade and HoReCa. Key learning objecti...

Welcome to Book Club and Episode 2678 of the Italian Wine Podcast with Richard Hough. In this episode, Richard is in conversation with Jessica Dupuy, co-author of “Italianity, The Culture of Italian Wine”.  Highlights of the conversation include: What is “Italianity”? Working with Andrea Lonardi MW Exploring Italy and the concept of “Italianity” Embracing the Italian concept of “sprezzatura” How t...

Welcome to Clubhouse Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2677 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Stephanie Johnson IWE interviews Moreno Petrini  of Tenuta di Valgiano in Lucca, Tuscany. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast.  Key Learning Objectives: Learn a bit about the history and territory of Lucca. Understand how French varieties f...

Welcome to Episode 2676 of the Italian Wine Podcast and the 14th episode of Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Professore Attilio Scienza! This series is recorded in Italian. Episode 14: Storie di crinali, Medici e mercati. 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...

Welcome to episode 2675 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 242 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc speaks with Marco De Grazia of the Sicilian Tenuta delle Terre Nere about his extraordinary journey through the Italian wine world — from Tuscany and the Langhe during the rise of the Barolo Boys to pioneering cru-based winemaking on Mount Etna. Together, they explore...

Welcome to Episode 2674 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Barbara Fitzgerald speaks with Vincent Morrow MS, Wine & Beverage Director at the Union Square Hospitality Group. Key Takeaways: Understand how restaurants can rebuild wine relevance through guest experience and hospitality. Explore how Union Square Hospitality Group approaches wine buying decisions across its restaurant portfol...

Welcome to episode 2673 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 innova...

Welcome to the Asia Wine Market and Episode 2672 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Roza Zharmukhambetova interviews Svetlana Khaninaeva, one of the few female butchers in the world, about her journey from Michelin-starred restaurants to butchery, the DNA of Kazakh cuisine, and the unique concept behind Kazmyaso. They also explore imposter syndrome in hospitality, the similarities betwe...

Welcome to the Next Generation and Episode 2571 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, McKenna Cassidy speaks with Holly Stout, assistant general manager at Il Carciofo, Chicago. From Michelin-starred roots at La Spiaggia to leading Il Carciofo, she shares how the new generation of hospitality is redefining wine, service, and connection, while staying grounded in what matters most: the gues...

Welcome to Clubhouse Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2670 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Alberto Rivera IWA interviews Giacomo Bartolommei of the Consorzio del Vino Brunello di Montalcino. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast. Key Learning Objectives: Discover the generational shift in Montalcino. Understand how Montalcino is re...

Welcome to Episode 2669 of the Italian Wine Podcast and the 13th episode of Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Professore Attilio Scienza! This series is recorded in Italian. Episode 13: Dal Benaco alla patria del Lambrusco 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 histor...

Welcome to episode 2668 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 241 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc speaks with Miles Millon, the hospitality professional based in Richmond, Virginia. More about today’s guest: Miles Millon is a hospitality professional with experience in high-volume fine dining across New York City and Richmond. His background spans restaurant operat...

Welcome to episode 2667 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 innova...

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. Val...

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...

Welcome to Episode 2664 of the Italian Wine Podcast and the 12th episode of Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Professore Attilio Scienza! This series is recorded in Italian. Episode 12: La Via Romea Germanica Imperiale 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...

Welcome to episode 2663 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 240 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc is in conversation with Vito Palumbo, CEO of Tormaresca and Bocca di Lupo, exploring the unique identity of Alta Murgia in Puglia and how it differs from the rest of the region. From the historic influence of Frederick II and Castel del Monte to the evolution of Bocca...

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 gene...

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...

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 leade...