The Northern Wine Guy Podcast Show

Send a text Well I only went and managed to get 'The Mistress of Wine' on the podcast, didn't I? What an amazing episode, find out how Sam got into the drinks industry, learn more about her experiences in all departments and then her movement into becoming an author of her first book - a brilliant Christmas present for all and what's next too. A brilliant episode, an outstandin...

Send a text Another episode of 'The Northern Wine Guy Podcast Show' has just dropped and I am so very lucky to have been speaking to Amy Wislocki, Magazine Editor of Decanter for 25 YEARS , no less, as my guest. Super excited to share this episode with you. Find out how Amy got into the wine world, her favourite region and why?  As well as her views on AI integration and most importantly...

Send a text This is a special episode! Heather Daenitz, as seen in Decanter this year, is the founder and photographer of Craft & Cluster. Having been in the wine industry for the last 13 years across cellars, tasting rooms, shipping departments and vineyards as well as having a degree in Viticulture from Oregon State. Heather then found her passion return with her love of photography. This is...

Send a text The latest episode in the 'What Bottle Is On Your Table, Tonight?' is with yet another 'wine god' i.e. another Master of Wine - the very well respected and well known, Justin Martindale MW. Justin has a VAST amount of experience, starting actually away from the drinks industry but quickly fell head over heels into it and hasn't looked back since. He has won num...

Send a text Laura Jewell became a Master of Wine way back in 1997! The best bit is that given she is a living legend of wine and especially from the commercial side, she spared some time to share with us her thoughts on the wine industry and much more in 2024! Laura has a HUGE amount of commercial experience throughout her career and we learn how not only she started her career in wine but develop...

Send a text This episode brings the wonderful, Anne McHale MW, to the podcast. Originally from Northern Ireland, Anne now resides in London, having been in the wine industry since back in 2003. After graduating from Cambridge University with a First Class Honours degree, Anne worked for a number of high profile wine firms, mostly notably Mistral Wines, NZ Wines and for over a decade, with Berry Br...

Send a text In this episode we hear from the great Richard Bampfield MW. Richard guides us through the rationale behind him entering the drinks industry, the reason why those interested in wine learning should utilise the WSET and Master of Wine should they wish to go further. As well as his latest project which includes outlining the Wines of Ukraine and how they have developed outstanding wines...

Send a text Michaela Morris is THE person for Italian Wine. Thrilled to have her on the show, she is a regular contributor to Decanter magazine for Italian wines, is the joint Regional Chair for Piedmont at the Decanter World Wine Awards. She presents masterclasses, leads wine tours, speaks at conferences and has been at the top of her game for over 25 years. An inspirational and fascinating episo...

Send a text From one Master of Wine last episode to another this, we are really getting the big hitters of the wine industry here. Sarah Knowles MW has been for many years, one of the senior buyers at The Wine Society.  As a result this episode gives you a wonderful insight into becoming a Master of Wine and how Sarah went about achieving that as well as what it is truly like to be a buyer for the...

Send a text A very special episode for you this week, with none other than the incredible Sarah Abbott MW. Sarah has a catalogue of impressive feats amongst her CV with the establishment of Swirl, her own business alongside the development and co-founder of The Old Vines Conference. There are too many to list in terms of accolades for Sarah within the industry and it was a dream come true when she...

Send a text Another super episode for you to enjoy from the wine expert that is Alice - otherwise known as @Posingwithalcohol. This is an episode that is filled with a love affair with English wines and how they should be respected far more globally as well as an understanding of why they are priced as they are in delivering some of the best wines in the world. Find out which English wine producer...

Send a text This week's episode brings another incredible and passionate wine expert in Heather Dougherty. Heather passed her WSET Diploma way back in 2055 and since then has developed a passion for sparkling wine and Champagne, passing the Wine Scholar Guild Champagne Master Level qualification with Highest Honours and becoming the UK Champagne Ambassador. With Advanced Level Cava Educator c...

Send a text For all those that have or are doing WSET Qualifications, you should recognise my latest guest on the show. Elaine Taylor, everybody!! Elaine is a vastly experienced wine professional. From her first job within the wine industry whilst at university, we hear of the journey into the drinks industry.  Along the way, Elaine has worked across most subsets within the wine sector - notably a...

Send a text A special episode for me personally, as a huge fan of Jane Anson and as I like to reference her as 'The Voice of Bordeaux'. Jane gives us a wonderful account of how she found herself in Bordeaux after her career in journalism and how she has never looked back since from her life in France.  Jane gives us a wonderful example of the wine that joins her on the table that evening...

Send a text Join us for another great episode from another fabulous entrepreneur, Jessica Summer. Jessica is the founder of Mouse & Grape, an award winning cheese and wine business specialising in the composition of luxury Cheese & Wine Paired Hampers and Tasting Events. Shortlisted as one of Harpers Drinks 30 Under 30 2023 as well as on the shortlist for the IWSC Emerging Talent in Wine a...

Send a text A fabulous episode with one of the Top 100 Most Influential in Drink List personnel in the wonderful Libby Brodie. The wine columnist for City AM, she has amassed a huge following and is a well established and award winning writer, presenter, judge, host and communicator.  Take a listen to this episode as we explore how Libby became one of the most recognisable voices in the drinks ind...

Send a text This is not just a wine podcast episode within the 'What Bottle Is On Your Table, Tonight?' Series. This delves into how to build a business brand, create brand loyalty, scale up a business idea to mass production and so much more. By utilising the capacity of social media and especially TikTok, Lucy has taken her business stratospheric and all because of a fantastic mindset...

Send a text The latest episode of 'What Bottle Is On Your Table, Tonight?' is here. It features the wonderfully talented Sophia Longhi. A wine writer and communicator who was the Winner of the IWSC Emerging Talent in Wine Communication Award in 2022. She is one of the best writer, judge, tasting host and content creator out there today and you can see her work as 'Skinandpulp'...

Send a text Welcome to another episode of 'What Bottle Is On Your Table, Tonight?' . My guest this week is the one and only The British Bouchon, Hannah Milnes. The hugely successful wine content creator tells all about her journey in the drinks industry and how she has now fully immersed herself in the French lifestyle, living in Montpellier.  Enjoy the episode now!

Send a text Join us for another episode of What Bottle Is On Your Table, Tonight? As we introduce you to the super guest that is Abbie Bennington. Having been a Senior Producer for the BBC News at 10, she decided to take a career path change which has taken her to the highest levels of wine. Abbie holds a WSET Diploma in Wines and Spirits, is a member of the Association of Wine Educators and is a...

Send a text This week we are joined by none other than the 2023 Ramon Bilbao UK Spanish Wine Master and DipWSET graduate!!! The legend that is Kirsty Woodgate !!!! Listen as Kirsty showcases something really very special from a region where you would not think still wines are the first thing that drop into your head. From the wonderful @bodegasbarbadillo ! And what do I have in store for listeners...

Send a text Join The Northern Wine Guy as we speak to The Wine Wally (Liam). The Wine Wally looks at wine as an educational backdrop, through his learnings of the subject of wine, he informs the rest us via social media content creation. Find out how Liam has fared on his journey so far, how he has evolved with more knowledge and wine understanding and what bottle is sat on his table that very eve...

Send a text A brilliant episode where we find out how Aidy is breaking down the barriers to entry and making the drinks industry more inclusive. From how he started out in the drinks world, to his latest venture - Drinklusive. This is a must listen to anyone who wants to know more about the drinks industry and how Aidy himself is making it his mission to increase inclusivity.  Also find out what b...

Send a text In this next episode, we are thrilled to hear from Luisa, Certified WSET Wine Educator and Founder of Unicorn & The Vine. She has worked in the hospitality sector for over 18 years and has put this experience to work by creating informative wine courses for all those who want to learn - whether that be for pleasure or for making a career within the drinks industry. Luisa shares her...

Send a text Our second episode has the fantastic Mr Food and Drink himself, Andy Clarke. Having produced shows such as 'Saturday Kitchen Live' (BBC1) as well as series such as 'James Martin's French & American Adventures' (ITV) and being responsible for food & drink on 'Gordon, Gino & Fred: Road Trip' (ITV) he is a stand above all others in his field....