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In this episode, I have just returned from an incredible long weekend in the Languedoc wine region, and I'm thrilled to share all the highlights with you. Whether you're a wine aficionado, a foodie, a nature enthusiast, a hiker, or simply someone seeking peace and tranquility, the Languedoc region has something special to offer.

Join me as I recount my adventures across the three captivating sub-regions of Limoux, Corbières, and Minervois. With countless activities and accommodations to choose from, I've done the research and gathered insights from locals to make it super easy for you to plan your own trip.

For those who can't make it to the south of France just yet, I’ll be offering valuable tips on which Languedoc wines to look for and why they deserve a spot on your wine rack. We'll delve into the history and significance of the Mauzac grape, explore the world's first-ever sparkling wine, Blanquette de Limoux, and introduce you to two remarkable crus: La Livinière and Boutenac.

This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.

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1.55: The bulk history of the Languedoc

3.01: Location of the Languedoc

4.10: What to expect on your visit

6.25: Bush Vines V Goblet Vines: The difference

8.39: Visiting Carcassone

9.33: Visiting Domaine Gayda

12.11: AOC Malpere

12.58: The first Cru of the Languedoc: La Livinière

13.53: The wines: Villa Mon Reve, La Petite Villa, Chemin de Moscou, Altre Cami, Figure Libre Rouge & Blanc

17.45: Visting Mirepoix

18.18: Visiting Saint Hilaire Abbey: The birthplace of Sparkling wine

19.57: Blanquette de Limoux Methode Ancestral

20.32: Blanquette de Limoux

21.08: Crement de Limoux

22.12: Visiting Chateau Ollieux Romanis

25.36: The Cru Boutenac

28.48: The wines: Atal Sia, Cuvee OR, White Prestigue

32.28: Visiting Lagrasse

34.17: Visiting Chateau Maris

35.19: Deeper understanding of environmental sustainability

37.41: The wines: Brama, Les Anciens, La Touge, Les Planels

40:55: Visiting Minerve

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Hello, wine friends! Welcome back to part two with the incredible wine presenter, Tom Surgey. If you caught part one, you already know why he’s a master at talking about wine. In our previous episode, we delved into the Bairrada wine region, but today, we're shifting our focus just east to the Dão region.

Dão, with its higher altitudes and elevations, produces wines that are elegant, perfumed, and full of finesse—perfect for gastronomy. We’ll explore how beautifully Touriga Nacional and the white grape variety Encruzado thrive in this region.

Get ready to dive deeper into the Dão wine region and join us as Tom walks us through his new wine book, “How to Drink Wine” (due out 29th August). We’ll focus on the food pairing section, where Tom will share his insights on pairing Dão wines with various dishes.

You can pre order it now HERE

However, Tom’s book isn’t just about pairings or wine history. It also covers practical topics like restaurant markups, wine shop pricing, and tips for buying the right wine. One intriguing topic we’ll cover is light strike - a wine fault that can significantly affect flavor. We’ll discuss what it is, how it happens, and how to avoid it.

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03.01: Toms’ trip to Dão in Portugal and his experience in the region

04.36: Francesinha - the portuguese must try sandwich

10.45: The main white grape: Encruzado

13.44: The main red grape: Touriga Nacional

16.42: The red grape variety Alfrocheiro - tannin profile, fruit yields and harvesting

18.00: Mencia (known here as Jaen) - flavour and aroma profiles

18.28: Winemakers thoughts on Tinta Roriz (aka Tempranillo)

22.15: Top producers like Carlos Lucas: Quinta do Ribero Santo

25.05: Wines from Quinta dos Roques

26.37: Portugal’s industry is still big on blends

30.04: Toms’’s new book  “How To Drink Wine” and how he would pair Dão wines with food

38.18: Discussing the cost of wine, duty,  and markups (all mentioned in detail in the book)

43.08: How UV light affects wines in direct sunlight - “Light strike”

46.15: Researching Light strike and performing experiments in different settings/environments

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Hello, wine friends! In this episode, we journey into the Alsace wine region with the brilliant Anne Mchale, Master of Wine, and independent wine consultant and educator based in London. Anne's expertise spans across wine list design, corporate and private tastings, and innovative educational programs like her renowned course for WSET diploma students - Diplomatherapy 

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We'll explore the unique terroir of Alsace, its Grand Cru sites, and compare Riesling's distinct style with other renowned wine regions. Anne shares insights from her recent trip, highlighting hidden gems like the Sylvaner grape, dubbed the Cinderella grape, and the region's exciting focus on Pinot Noir.

Anne also provides invaluable tips for those studying for the challenging D3 exam.

Don't miss Anne's recommendations for top Alsace producers and must-visit places. Plus, discover the fantastic Crémants d'Alsace, a great alternative to champagne. 

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05.08: How learning to speech French allowed Anne to fall into the world of wine

09.56: A wine memory at Pontet-Canet in Bordeaux who focus on biodynamic viticulture

11.48: Alsacian winemakers working more organically and biodynamically due to climate

14.20: Diplomatherapy - Anne’s membership programme to help you pass your WSET diploma

16.45: How to answer a typical D3 question: “Describe the unique terroir of Alsace and how it influences the characteristics of the wines produced there”

18.32: The climate during growing season in Alsace, the diurnal range in Grand Crus, and the cool climate

21.51: The 4 noble grape varieties of Alsace and increased plantings of Pinot Noir 

24.37: The 51 Grand Crus, and the two to now permit Pinot Noir

26.45: Riesling in Alsace, compared to other regions and the change in labelling for dry Riesling

30.54: Common occurrence of petrol notes in aged Rieslings, and how they aren’t typical of Alsace 

33.15: Tasting a Vendange Tardive Gewürztraminer 1953

38.27: Traveling tips for going to Alsace

42.36: Sylvaner -”The Cinderella Grape”

44.45: The Alsace Cru Terroir group and recommended producers to try

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This is Part 2 with Victoria Daskal, a second stage MW candidate and founder of Mummy Wine Club. She was born in Moldova and finally got to go back several years ago. Victoria tells us about this trip, giving us great oversight of the wine industry there; past, present and future. The regions, the grapes and what to see and eat when you are there.

If you want to skip ahead:

1.22: My Winery of the week: Sălcuța

3.30: Tasting the Eno Tămâioasa de Sălcuța 2020 £15 moldovawine.co.uk

*also one of the Moldovan wines included in the April Subscription box at Mummy Wine Club

7.21: Chat with Victoria

9.35: The history of Moldovan wine

11.03: Everyone grows their own wine

13.10: Are the more commercial wineries doing things naturally?

14.00: Grape varieties in Moldova

16.15: The native varieties of Moldova

18.13: Location of Moldova and affect from Black Sea

20.03: The three IGPs of Moldova

21.15: Hectares planted

21.59: The wine routes of Moldova

26.32: Eating Moldovan food

27.56: The different styles of wine made in Moldova

29.47: Recommended producers to try

34.06: The Wines in Aprils Mummy Wine Club Subscription Box

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This is Part 1 with Victoria Daskal, a second stage MW candidate. She has completed the OIV MSc in International Wine Management– a whirlwind program that took her around 45 wine regions and 23 countries, and so we are looking at some of her favourite memories and thoughts from this time. She was also lucky enough to work for Jancis Robinson MW. We discuss all this and throughout the episode, grape varieties to try and wine regions are dropped in. Victoria is now the founder and director of Mummy Wine Club which offers a monthly wine subscription club and bespoke wine tastings in the UK. We talk about the wine boxes she puts together and the wine themes within them, which should hopefully motivate you for any wine tastings you may want to put on, or inspire your wine choices next time you are in an independent wine shop.

Normally my episodes are more educational and detailed (wait for next week – Wines of Moldova!), but this one is just a great little glimpse into the life of someone who contributed beautifully to the wine industry. I hope you will curl up with a glass of wine on this one, slow down a little and enjoy the episode.

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2.12: How Victoria got into the wine industry

4.34: Moving to France and starting the OIV wine management program

7.16: Favourite memories and places from traveling on the wine management program

10.03: Most beautiful wine region

11.18: Female inspirations in the wine industry

14.06: Working for Jancis Robinson

19.51: Setting up the Mummy Wine Club

23.20: Wine subscription and wine boxes

29.55: Different wine themes and favourite wines that have been in the wine boxes

34.30: Pairing wine with books

36.33: Cahors Malbec

37.46: Favourite food and wine pairing

39.46: Recommended wine book

41.52: Difference between modern and tradional Riojas and Barolos

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I am joined by Anne Krebiehl MW (editor-in-chief of Falstaff International) for Part 2 and in this episode, we are looking at the wines of Germany and the lesser-known wine regions. We will also focus on some of the lesser-known grape varieties such as Silvaner and talk about Sekt, Germanys sparkling wines. Throughout you will pick up lot of German words and terms to help you with those labels.

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If you want to skip ahead:

2.12: My winery of the week: Weingut Horst Sauer

4.00: The grape variety SCHEUREBE

5.18: Alcohol content in German wine and the ripeness levels and sugar levels

6.32: Tasting the Horst Sauer Escherndorfer lump Scheurebe Spätlese 2019 £19.99 Hedley Wright Wine Merchants

8.43: Chat with Anne - discussing her wining wine book of the year 2020 for The Wines of Germany

10.36: The grape variety SILVANER

17.11: The iconic Bocksbeutel bottle used in Franken wine region

18.54: Franken wine region

20.33: Sekt - Germanys sparkling wine

23.27: Großes Gewächs: Germans premium dry wines

24.11: The VDP quality growers association

25.11: Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc in Germany

26.48: Sachsen and Saale-Unstrut wine regions

33.47: Master of Riesling and rising star of Rheingau: Eva Fricke

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I am delighted to be joined by Anne Krebiehl MW (editor-in-chief of Falstaff International) in this really deep and interesting episode. Anne's childhood really continued to her sense of smell and taste, which you will learn about, alongside struggles taking the Master of Wine, how she now mentors others, one of her female wine inspirations and then we get stuck into some of the real wine geeky stuff: We are talking about Pinot Noir Clones, why they are so important and how they have come about, from where they started and the history of Pinot Noir. Then we are jumping across from Burgundy to Germany to talk about Spätburgunder which is the German name for Pinot Noir. Anne gives us an idea of regions and why all of them produce different styles of Pinot.

If you want to skip ahead:

1.52: How Anne got into wine

5.07: The wine moment that changed it all

7.00: Discovering WSET and moving onto the Master of Wine Programme

10.29: Studying and writing in a second language

12.35: Being traumatised by Master of Wine tasting exam

16.00: Female wine inspiration and thoughts on women in wine

19.25: Talking on new role as Editor-in-chief at Falstaff International and what this magazine offers the reader

27.32: Looking deep into Pinot Noir clones

37.44: The history of Pinot Noir

38.34: Pinot Noir in Germany

44.19: Comparing Pinot Noirs around the world to Burgundy

52.31: Featuring a wine quote from The Queen of Burgundy Lalou Bize-Leroy

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This episode is part two with Quintessa winemaker Rebekah Wineburg. We are listening to Rebekah talk about what it is like as a winemaker to make wine in great vintages and challenging ones. How they dealt with the Napa Fire of 2017 and how they are preparing for future ones. We compare the two vintages 2017 and 2018 in detail as I have both bottles of Quintessa to try. We talk about what each Bordeaux grape variety adds to the blend and how the soils affect these flavours with a focus on soil mapping with the help of Soil celebrity Dr Pedro Parra.

If you want to skip ahead:

2.13: Chat with Rebekah

2.29: The highs and the lows of a winemakers during great and challenging vintages with talk between the 2017 and 2018 vintage throughout

5.00: The Napa Valley fire of 2017

6.46: How to be more prepared in a winery for fires

7.23: Being a family in Quintessa

11.45: Quintessa Harvest Opening Ceremony

14.23: Tasting the Quintessa 2017 and 2018 – comparison of the years and how this affects the flavours in the wine and talking about the different soils and what they add

Quintessa 2017 £187 Tannico, Crump Richmond & Shaw Fine Wines (half bottles -Hedonism)

Quintessa 2018 £150 Uncorked, Cru World Wine London, uh, Farr Vintners, Burnett & Herbert Fine Wines

22.00: Working with Dr Pedro Parra (Soil specialist)

22.41: Mapping out the soils in the vineyard, how it is done and how it can benefit the wines in the future

31.45: Comparing Bordeaux to Napa Valley in terms of Bordeaux blends

35.30: Phenolics in Cabernet Sauvignon

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This episode is part one with Quintessa winemaker Rebekah Wineburg. We are comparing wine regions to Napa Valley, looking at the differences of Sauvignon Blanc in Napa compared to New Zealand and talking about Biodynamics in the vineyard. Alongside this you will learn about Sauvignon Musque, how fermentation vessels affect the flavour of wine, and who Rebekah's inspiration and mentor has been in the wine world. I am also tasting the incredible Illumination, which is a very special Sauvignon Blend.

If you want to skip ahead:

1.58: Chat with Rebekah

3.34: How Rebekah got the idea to become a winemaker

5.43: What makes New Zealand special in terms of vines and vineyards

6.46: Comparing Oregon to Napa Valley

8.21: The effect of the droughts in Napa Valley

11.56: Why is Quintessa Estate so unique?

19.52: What does Biodynamics mean to Quintessa

24.39: Talking about a few of the Biodynamic preps used in the vineyard

28.17: Talking about the Illumination 2018 and what is Sauvignon Musque

Illumination 2018 £37.50 Ally Wines

31.00: How different fermentation vessels affect the wine

25.25: The label of Illumination coming from the book of Kells

36.12: Women history month, and Rebekah’s female mentor

40.34: How Sauvignon Blanc is different in Napa Valley V New Zealand

43.20: Explaining who Celia Welsh is

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This episode is part two with Natalie Maclean, award-winning wine writer and presenter. She is taking us through the wines of Canada with a big focus on Canadas largest wine region ONTARIO and the ICE WINE that is made here. You will hear lots of top wineries mentioned so you know who to visit or try if you can find a bottle.

If you want to skip ahead:

1.45: My winery of the week: Stratus Vineyards

3.54: Tasting The Stratus Cabernet Franc 2017 £28.85 Vinvm

6.19: Chat with Natalie

7.01: Stats on Canadian wine

8.31: Climate and wine regions in Ontario

9.43: Ice wine

18.59: A mention about Quebec and Nova Scotia

20.30: The Sub appellations of Ontario in more detail

25.30: One of Natalies favourite wineries: Featherstone Estate Winery

28.44: The grape varieties of Canada

31.07: The grapes used in Ice wine

33.14: Hybrids, Vitis Lambrusca and BACO NOIR

34.56: The future for Canadian wine

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Today's episode is all about fun, memorable and interesting wine stories. This is no wonder, as I am talking with Natalie Maclean, award-winning wine writer and presenter who has such a way with words. We are talking about her two books, her online wine pairing course and of course I squeeze her for loads of wine drinking tips for you all.

If you want to skip ahead:

1.41: Chat with Natalie

2.31: How Cypres trees and Italian wine got Natalie into the wine industry

5.11: A day in the life of Natalie

8.15: Presenting wine on TV

13.45: What stories are in Natalies first book, and what you can learn.

Red, white and drunk all over: a wine soaked journey from grape to glass

15.00: Time in the cellars of Domaine de la Romanée-conti 

18.21: What you will find in Natalies 2nd book: Unquenchable: a tipsy quest for the world's best bargain wine. and some tips of where to find the best bargain wine

20.15: Some funny and memorable stories with winemakers

24.00: Why you can get great bargain wine in Sicily

26.14: Best wineries/areas that Natalie has visited

30.50: Advise on how to pick wine in a wine shop

33.48: Tips on how to improve your wine tasting skills

38.19: Favourite wine glass

40.10: Amazing cheese and wine pairings to try

43.10: Natalies perfect wine pairings with specific books (my favourite part)

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Today I am going to go through the Oldest 10 wineries of the world that are still in operation today. Of course I want you to learn more than just the wineries so you will also learn quite a bit about different wine labels and what that will mean to the flavour of the wine, along with some talk about different wine regions such as comparing Riesling when grown in the Mosel V Rheingau and as I'm tasting a rather tasty Müller-Thurgau, we are going to talk about this too.

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1.45: The oldest winery in the world: Staffelter Hof 

6.15: What is Müller-Thurgau and what does it taste like

7.35: Tasting of the Staffelter Hof - It's Muller Time 'Sandersstruck' 2020 £27 Modal wines

12.29: Château de Goulaine

13.00: What is Muscadet, the grape variety and its flavours. Plus a little on Vouvray and Sauvignon within the Loire Valley

15.45: Schloss Johanisberg and understading the difference in Riesling wines when grown in the Mosel V Rheingau regions of Germany 

18.09: Understanding the Qualitätswein mit Prädikat system and what it means when you see Kabinett, Spätlese or Auslese on the bottle

23.58: Barone Ricasoli 

26.00: What does Gran Selezione mean in Chianti Classico wines?

28.12: Antinori and some tips of where to visit when in Chianti

33.10: A quick run down of the the 5th to 10th oldest wineries in the world

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This is part 2 with the amazing winemaker of Le Riche Winery; Christo Le Riche. He is president of the Stellenbosch Cabernet Collective and so has kindly agreed to talk us through the different subregions of Stellenbosch, explaining how the different terroirs and microclimates affect Cab Sav, whilst I taste several Cabernet Sauvignons from a few other producers in the area.

It is quite hard to skip ahead in this episode as there is just so much information about regions, climates, history, external influences and lots of wineries for you to get to know. We also touch on what the Stellenbosch Cabernet Collective is all about and also even on sustainability and heavy glass. Find the wines below that we focus on and try:

Jordan, The Long Fuse Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 £17.95 winedirect.co.uk

Warwick Estate, The Blue Lady Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 £24.95 winedirect.co.uk

Spier, 21 Gables Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 R1,860.00 shop.spier.co.za 

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Welcome back to part 2 where we continue our discussion with Marc Hochar from the iconic Chateau Musar. In this episode, we shift our focus to the intriguing world of Chateau Musar's white wines. Marc enlightens us on the ancient grape varieties, Obaideh and Merwah, which form the backbone of these exceptional wines.

Join us as we uncover the secrets behind the longevity of Chateau Musar's whites. From discussing the optimal drinking window to cracking open a bottle of the exquisite 2017 Chateau Musar White, there's plenty to discover and savor.

This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.

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02.17: Diving deeper into the aging of wines

04.11: Chateau Musar reds of the 1950s

11.57: Experience with Blends and blind tasting

14.30: Opening the Chateau Musar white 2017 £36 The Wine Society £36.20 Vinvm

16.47: Flavour profile ands tasting notes

20.00: Reds Vs Whites as they age

23.08: The Chateau Musar Rosé - a blend of Obaideh and Merwah

31.34: The ancient grape varieties of Obaideh and Merwah

36.23: Food Pairings and tasting notes

40.20: The future of Chateau wines

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The is such a great episode. I have Christo Le Riche, winemaker of Le Riche winery joining me and he has so much to say about Cabernet Sauvignon and how he goes about making the best and age worthy versions. He has worked in Bordeaux, Napa Valley and of course Stellenbosch (where Le Riche is based) and so in this episode he talks about the differences of Cabernet across these 3 regions. There is also loads of name dropping of wonderful winemakers as he discusses the Vinters Surf Classic, so brace yourself, as there is so much in this episode.

If you want to skip ahead:

2.06 How do identify Cabernet Sauvignon in a blind tasting

3.08 Chat with Christo

3.55 The story of Christo’s father and working at Rustenberg

7.09 Growing up on the farm at Rustenberg

9.01 The Vintners Surf Classic

12.25 Deciding to be a winemaker

13.56 Christo’s incredible work experience in South Africa and then abroad

19.30 The differences of Cabernet Sauvignon across Bordeaux, Napa and Stellenbosch.

23.59 What makes Cabernet Sauvignon special

26.03 Lessons learnt when working with Cabernet Sauvignon

28.24 Tasting Le Riche Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 £38.75 Drinkfinder.co.uk

33.12 The use of oak in Christo’s wines and in Cabernet in general

36.15 Le Riche winery

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This is part two with wine writer Jess Lamb, and as she love fizz, we are talking all about Tasmanian Sparkling wine. We are tasting 3 wines from The House of Arras who are a winery that you need to know about and try.

If you want to skip ahead:

0.32: Tasmanian wine facts and statistics

2.13: Chat with Jess

3.05: Context of Sparkling wine in Australia

5.49: Why Tasmania is perfect for sparkling wine and the history of the first sparkling wine there

8.52: Outside investment to develop new world sparkling wine regions

11.20: House of Arras

13.43: The importance of lees ageing with sparkling wine

14.34: Tasting the `A` By Arras Premium Cuvée NV, £19.95 Wine Republic

18.00: Food pairings

22.38: Tasting the House of Arras Blanc de Blanc MV £22.95 Wine Republic

25.10: Food pairings with Blanc de Blanc

26.43: The award winning winemaker at House of Arras, Ed Carr

30.36: Tasting the House of Arras Brut Elite Cuvée NV £19.99 Mix Six Majestic

34.02: Food pairing with last wine

36.23: The weather conditions in Tasmania, the topography and the main region

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HAPPY NEW TO YOU ALL. WELCOME TO THE FIRST EPISODE OF 2022!

This episode I am chatting with the very lovely Jess Lamb. She is a wine writer who has just completed her WSET diploma, so we are talking about two things, her writing and one of the last wine exams on sparkling wine. If you are wanting to hear about getting into the wine industry through writing, or listen to Jess giving some tips for how to put pen to paper and her perspective on the power of words, this episode will appeal to you. 24 minutes in we get onto the Sparkling wine exams, and we discuss the different styles you can find, and how to differenciate between them all. There is also a big focus on Moscato d’asti and Braccheto d’Acqui at the end. Grab a bottle of fizz and enjoy!

If you want to skip ahead:

2.48: Chat with Jess

4.14: Story of Jess’ transition into wine from agriculture in New Zealand (and NZ influence on the wine industry)

7.55: Starting the write in the wine industry

9.37: Working at Chelsea Vintners

14.48: Where to find Jess Lambs writing

16.31: Why words and writing has power

17.44: Tips for writing and getting thoughts onto paper

21.35: Taking the WSET Diploma

24.13: The Sparkling wine exam and advice

26.35: The different styles of sparkling wines

28:21 Sparkling Shiraz V Lambrusco

29.54: List of all previous episodes on Sparkling wines to go back to

31.00: The great value traditional method sparkling wines

34.33: Asti wine and production

38.15: Perception of sweetness in sparkling wine

39.54: Moscato d’asti to try and a deeper look

42.21: Brachetto d’Acqui

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Today is part 2 with Polish Head Sommelier Adam Michocki. In part 1 (last week) we speak about his journey as a Sommelier, wining wine competitions and importing Polish wine through his new wine venture Central Wines. Today we focus on red wine, and then talk about the other styles of wine coming out of Poland. He runs through some suggestions from his website of wines you need to try.

If you want to skip ahead:

2.48: Chat with Adam 

3.04: The red grape varieties planted in Poland

4.57: Piwi varieties

5.31: L'opera winery

6.41: Looking at the Cabernet crossings in Poland and the hybrids

8.31: Tasting L'Opera Triada 2019 £27.50 Central Wines

10.22: Food pairing for this wine, including polish speciality

12.00: Pinot Noir

14.51: Making wine in Poland - the new wineries

16.50: Sweet wine in Poland

18.16: Sparkling wine in Poland

19.50: Orange wine in Poland

21.55: The biggest hurdles, problems for Polish wine market

25.40: Polish wine in the Michelin Star Restaurants in UK

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May I wish you a very wonderful Christmas and New Year. Let's make 2022 great and Until next YEAR, Cheers to you!

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Today I am chatting with Polish Head Sommelier Adam Michocki who currently works at Michelin star restaurant Shaun Rankin at Grantley Hall, but has also worked at The Glasshouse and The man behind the curtain. He has set up Central Wines where he is importing into the UK, Polish Wines, and today we look at the white varieties, the wine regions, and the climate, along with some food pairings and the tasting of a very delicious white wine.

If you want to skip ahead:

3.11: Chat with Adam

4.24: How Adam got into wine coming from a country that didn't drink wine, and his wine studies and experience

7.19: Taking part and winning the Best Polish Young Sommelier competition

11.00: What makes a good or bad Sommelier?

12.32: How it was to set up Central Wines and import polish wine

14.21: Talking about the Silesian winery and tasting their Cuvee 2019 £18.90 Central Wines

18.04: The white grape varieties of Poland

23.55: Food pairings

28.46: The different wine regions of Poland

31.01: Recommended wineries close to Krakow

33.00: Recommeded wineries close to Wrocław

33.40: The temperature and climate in Poland

34.59: Warren Winiarski - a winemaker with Polish heritage to know about

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Today I am looking at the wines from some of the most extreme vineyards in the world. I am starting off with the most dangerous and will be covering the highest vineyards, the most northern and southern, the steepest, the smallest, and the oldest vines. I will let you know if these vineyards are making wines that are commercially available, and their prices. Plus we will look at the following grapes in more detail: Torrontes, Riesling, Chasselas, and Petite Arvine. I also squeeze in a little about the lesser-known region of Valais, and why an old vine can produce better fruit. Enjoy!

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0.54: The most dangerous vineyard in the world: Domaine de Bargylus

6.19 Tasting Domaine de Bargylus Blanc 2015 £31.10 Hedonism

8.42: The highest vineyard in the world

12.31: The most northern commercial vineyard in the world

17.23: The most southern commercial vineyard in the world

18.38: The steepest vineyard in the world

21.11: The smallest vineyard in the world

22.24: The Valais region in Switzerland 

25.12: The oldest vine in the world

26.20: the oldest Shiraz vines in the world

28.08: What are old vines and why do they produce better fruit

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Today's episode is Part 2 with Celebrity Chef Andrea Zagatti and we are talking all about his home region of Emilia-Romagna and the delicious Lambruscos that come our of their. We are also touching on his Mr Z sandwiches. Yes you can buy one of his sandwiches for £250. And he has created the most expensise easter egg in the world. We will be talking about all of these creations and then choosing some wines as the perfect pairing.

If you want to skip ahead:

1.23: Emilia-Romagna - the region

2.53: lambrusco styles and production methods

5.18: Winery of the week: Camillo Donati

- Talking about biodynamic farming and the ancestral method (natural sparkling wine)

9.46: Tasting the Camillo Donati Lambrusco 2019 £17.40 Joseph Barnes £18.50 Natty Boy Wines

11.42: Chat with Andrea Zagatti

- Talking about his Mr Z Sandwiches

13.57: The £250 Billionaire Sandwich and wine pairing

18.42: The £50 Millionaire Sandwich and wine pairing

21.00: The Tzar Egg (worlds most expensive easter egg) and wine pairing

25.33: The foods in Emilia Romagna

28.25: Lambrusco - it's flavours, grape varieties and regions

34.37: Sabrage and tips on how to do it

39.00: Great value Champagne recommendation for about £30 a bottle

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Today's episode is Part 1 with Celebrity Chef Andrea Zagatti and we are bringing you a little luxury. He has cooked for the likes of Kanye West, Royal Families and the Chelsea Football Club. He has access to some of the finest wines in the world and has had experiences that have taken him all over. In this episode he talks of how he ditched the 24/7 working lifestyle stuck in a kitchen, and how he set up his own business, and then we discuss just a few of the wine events he has been privy to. What it's like to taste cult wines, many of us can only dream of, and what it's like to organise and cook for high-end wine events and dinners.

If you want to skip ahead:

1.45: The top 5 Worlds Best Restaurants

3.00: Natural wines - what they are and the current certification

5.11: Natural wines on the list at Noma Restaurant

6.21: Chat with Andrea

6.51: Andrea's story, and how it all started with a cheesecake, including stories of Mugaritz, Osterua Francescana and Gordon Ramsey Hospital Road

20.42: A day in the life of a celebrity chef

22.22: A Liber Pater party - what it's like to cook for the release of the most expensive wine IN THE WORLD

28.19: Organising the Golden Vines Awards - a wine industry first, focused on encouraging diversity.

32.47: Dom Perignon P2

34.31: Egon Müller

34.59: DRC

35.55: Château d'Yquem

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Today I am talking Bolivian wine with MS Candidate and Entrepreneur Aubrey Terrazas, co-founder of Palate Club and founder of Terra Vine Marketing Firm.

Bolivia is South America's sixth-largest wine producer, and as Aubrey has personal connections and has visited the main wine region Tarija, she tells us her thoughts on this rather interesting wine-producing country.

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1.47: The wine regions of Bolivia, its geography and the main wine grapes

5.37: Tannat

6.49: Marselan 

9.37: Winery of the week Bodega y Viñedos Kuhlmann

12.10: Tasting The Santa Patrono Altiplano Tannat-Marselan 2020 £15.99 Laithewaites

5.09: Chat with Aubrey - her experiences in Bolivia, driving in the country, the effects of the UV lights and altitude to the grapes, Chuflay, Singani, and much more.

32.30: Winery Jardín Oculto and it's 3 ancestral grapes

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I am talking with Aubrey Terrazas in this episode. She is a girl after my own heart with an incredible CV having worked at Michelin star restaurants as a sommelier, co-founded Palate Club and then founded Terra Vine Marketing Firm amongst many other things. Due to her experience working with Data Science within Palate Club, we are discussing how that works and how it can help the buyer choose better wines. We will of course be touching on lots of different wines that you can try, and as Aubrey is such an entrepreneur, she will also be offering out some business ideas and thoughts to hopefully inspire you, should you be working from home, or be planning to go it alone.

If you want to skip ahead:

2.06: Examples of how AI and date science can benefit the wine industry from the vineyards to picking wines for your taste

5.09: Chat with Aubrey

6.10: Aubrey discusses setting up a new business in a different country, during Covid times.

9.37: Working more digitally in your business

10.35: Tips on how to produce more valuable content for people online

13.05: How to have a system for success if working from home

14.47: What is Palate Club

17.52: The complications of selling wine across different US states

18.53: Using Data Science in Palate Club and how Sommeliers have used their understanding of wine traits, aromas and flavours to help customers find their perfect wines

24.55: Some wine suggestions based on if you enjoy Bordeaux of Rhone Reds

29.11: Xinomavro and Assyrtiko - Greek varieties that you need to try, 

32.40: Aubrey's new podcast: Think & Drink

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Welcome back! On today's episode, Join us as we venture into the saga of perseverance in winemaking, set against the tumultuous backdrop of 15/16 years of civil unrest. We uncover the fascinating narrative behind Chateau Musar, the revered wine of the Middle East. Our esteemed guest, Marc Hochar, from the family behind this iconic label, graciously shares their remarkable tales.

We'll delve into the legacy of Serge Hochar (Marc’s late father), a driving force behind Chateau Musar, whose unparalleled dedication earned him the prestigious title of Decanter Man of the Year. Together, we'll traverse the landscapes of Lebanon's Bekaa Valley, examining the intricate dance between climate, altitude, and organic viticulture, all shaping the unique essence of these wines.

As we sip on the 2016 Chateau Musar Red, we'll explore the nuances of volatile acidity, wild yeast, and low sulfur, delving into the winemaking philosophies that infuse each bottle with character.

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02.27: The Mzar castle in the Historic village of Ghazir, Beirut

05.17: Toughest points of Chateau Musar’s History: Wine & War

11.34: Marc’s Grandfather: Gaston - the man who started it all

16.02: A bottle of Chateau Musar’s trip to Antarctica

17.58: Identifying Chateau Musar in a blind tasting

19.55: Characteristics of Chateau Musar

21.50: Volatile Acidity in wine and how it enhances Chateau Musar

25.29: The Winemaking process

27.53: Discussing the age potential of these wines and tasting Chateau Musar Red 2016 £31.90 Noble Grape £34.95 The Worsley Fine Wines

29.27: Discussing emotion in wine instead of fruit

31.40: Organic viticulture in the vineyards

39.49: Climate and terroir in Bekaa Valley

36.37: Bush vines and yields

40.55: Discussing the differences between the reds and tasting Hochar Pere Et Fils 2020 £23.55 Field & Fawcett £26.95 Secret Bottle Shop

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This episode is Part 2 with Master of Wine Siobhan Turner. As Siobhan is Canadian we are talking about a special wine region called Okanagan Valley and her research paper that was entitled: Okanagan: a potential signature red variety? Learn more about the Cabernet Franc variety and if Siobhan's research concluded Cab Franc to be the one or not.

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0.07 Cabernet Franc's aroma and flavour profile

3.45 The wine regions of Canada

5.08 The Okanagan Valley - geology, climate etc

10.12 The recent history and changes in quality in Okanagan

13.03 Tasting Mission Hill Vistas Edge Cabernet Franc 2019 £50 Kenricks Wines

18.13 Clones and Rootstocks of Cabernet Franc in the Okanagan

22.29 Winemaking knowlege from outside Canada coming to the Okanagan

25.04 Looking at Siobhan's research paper on Cabernet Franc and her discoveries

29.59 The different styles of Cabernet Franc in the Okanagan

32.58 Mission Hill Estate Winery

34.51 Perfect pairing for the Cabernet Franc we were drinking

35.57 Cabernet Franc Day

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This episode I am talking with Master of Wine Siobhan Turner. We are talking about her journey in wine, her time as Director of the Institute of Master of Wine, her biggest struggles as a MW student and she gives us fantastic advice on blind tasting. Siobhan is now woking with wine authentification and she gives us advice on making sure we don't buy counterfeits and explains how people are producing these fake bottles.

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2.45 Chat with Siobhan Turner MW

5.43 Working as the Director of the Institute of Master of Wine

12.31 Struggles with Bling tasting and her advise to overcome this

18.12 Best part of the MW programme

20.16 Heartwarming anecdote of Siobhan's husband during her studies

21.01 Finding out she has passed her MW

26.20 Working with Maureen Downey in Wine Fraud

27.17 Discussing the 'skills' of wine fraudster Rudy Kurniawan

27.57 Two wakes fake bottles can be produced

30.51 Looking for and how to identify a fake bottle

32.27 Looking for the inaccuracies

34.30 Whar wineries are doing to combat this

36.30 Advise of purchasing for your wine cellar

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This episode I am talking with the first and only Master of Wine from India: Sonal Holland MW for Part 2.  This episode is very much about getting to know about the wine being made in India; the styles, the grapes and the main wine regions.

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2.25 Most Popular white grape varieties

2.55 The story of Chenin Blanc in India

3.45 The Best reds growing in India

4.02 The wine capital Nashik

5.12 Other wine regions and fruit growing

6.10 Travelling to Nashik

7.16 Vallonné Vineyards

9.23 Tasting the Vallonné Anokhee Chenin Blanc 2018 (£26 Wine Monkey) and talking about Chenin Blanc in India

12.44 Pairing food with Chenin Blanc

13.45 Temperature and topography of Nashik

14.51 Harvesting the vineyards

18.06 The styles of red wine in India

19.37 Tasting the Charosa Reserve Tempranillo 2016 (£30 Wine Monkey) and talking about Tempranillo

21.39 Alcohol levels in Indian wine

23.26 Screw caps V Cork

25.46 Food Pairings for Tempranillo

26.53 Other red varieties

28.01 Percentage of imported wine V domestic wine

28.21 The future of Indian wine

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This episode I am talking with the first and only Master of Wine from India: Sonal Holland MW. We are talking very much about her journey on the Master of Wine programme and how she managed to do all this from India as her base. If you are looking for inspiration to follow a new path or to studying the MW yourself, this could be the inspiration you need. We are also looking at the rapidly changing wine scene and culture in India. This is Part 1 with Sonal. Next week Part 2 we will dive into the wines of India. 

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0.34 Facts on the current and past Master of Wines

1.27 Some figures and numbers on Indian rapid wine growth and development

2.36 Chat with Sonal and she discusses her upbringing in india with wine

5.30 Who inspired Sonal Holland in the world of wine, and then her inspiring story of how she became a MW

12.47 The Challenges and lack of access to wine in India and what is required of you as a Master of Wine Student

14.00 What is the MW Programme

19.43 Sonal Holland Wine TV on You Tube

22.00 The high taxes on wine in India

22.47 Where to buy wine in India

24.08 The Wine capital of India: Nashik

24.30 India as a growing market, and womens involvement now and how this were for women in the past

27.56 Gen Z and the youths of India

28.45 Fortified indian wine and the changes, palate preferences and changes in society tiers

32.03 The grape varieties growing in India

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This episode is all about the wines of Campania. I was sent some samples from a relatively small winery called Donna Elvira, established in 2010 and they really inspired the episode, and I decided to bring these wines to you whilst also covering all the main grape varieties of this region that you should know about.

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4.16 Winery Donna Elvira

6.51 Soils of Campania

7.31 History of Campania

8.19 Cult wines and the 4 x DOCGs

9.49 Climate of Campania

10.46 Falanghina grape variety

11.55 Tasting Donna Elvira Fringilla Falanghina 2019 £15 Campania wines

13.45 Fiano grape variety and Fiano di Avellino

14.53 Tasting Donna Elvira Fink Fiano di Avellino 2019 £18 Campania wines

16.32 Greco grape variety and Greco di Tufo

17.30 Tasting Donna Elvira Aegidius Greco di Tufo 2019 £18 Campania wines

19.16 Tasting Donna Elvira Kaysara Rosato 2019 £15 Campania wines 

21.20 Aglianico grape variety and Taurasi

23.59 Tasting Donna Elvira Settemazza Aglianico 2018 £18 Campania wines

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This episode is part 2 with fellow wine podcast host Lawrence Francis. After a trip to Jerez, Lawrence has always been inspired by Sherry wines. He brings his personal experiences to this episode and we discuss the different wine styles of the dry sherries that you can choose from. 

To listen to some of Lawrence's episodes or to know more about what he is doing go to https://www.interpretingwine.com/

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1.09 Chat with Lawrence

5.01 Manzanilla and Fino wine style and food pairings

9.00 Bodega Hidalgo - La Gitana

9.52 Feria de Abril and the Sherry drink: Rebujito

13.82 The fino grape, and tasting of La Gitana Manzanilla £9.69 75cl Waitrose

19.03 The Sherry Triangle

20.47 Sanlúcar de Barrameda

25.14 Copa Jerez - competition

28.26 What is Palo Cortado, Amontillado and Oloroso

32.29 Tasting the Wellington Palo Cortado £22.95 50cl Davys

39.19 More about Bodega Hidalgo - La Gitana

40.33 Albariza soils

45.18 Sherry Wine week

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In this episode I am chatting with fellow wine podcast host Lawrence Francis. Learn about his story, his inspirations and his thoughts on wine communication and where it needs to go. This is a very different episode than normal where we are not focusing on a wine region, but more having a chat about people and things that can help you or motivate you in the digital world of marketing and branding.

To listen to some of Lawrence's episode or to know more about what he is doing go to https://www.interpretingwine.com/

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2.15 Chat with Lawrence.

3.42 How the Interpreting Wine podcast started and who was his original inspiration.

11.36 Taking inspiration from outside of the wine industry.

14.06 Gary Vaynerchuk - his story from wine to marketing/branding entrepreneur, and some of his advice.

25.47 Laura Belgrey - a genius copywrighter

29.23 The advantages of Podcasting

36.52 The future for Interpreting Wine Podcast

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In this episode, I am continuing the conversation with Kevin Judd of Greywacke Vineyards, and this part we are focusing on Sauvignon Blanc. We are tasting his classic Greywacke Sauvignon Blanc and the Wild Sauvignon, alongside chatting about the viticulture and winemaking behind these different styles of wines. 

If you haven't listened to Part 1 - go back to episode 62.

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0.31: The geeky wine science as to what compounds give the iconic aromas and flavors that we recognize in Sauvignon Blanc

3.17: Chat with Kevin

4.00: Looking at both Greywacke Sauvignon Blancs.

5.17: Tasting the Greywacke Sauvignon Blanc 2020 £18 Vinvm £17.99 Roberson Wine

7.25: Viticulture and winemaking of the above wine.

9.15: Viticulture and winemaking of the Wild Sauvignon.

11.44: Working with wild yeasts

15.28: Tasting of the Greywacke Wild Sauvignon 2018 £21.75 Vinvm £22.95 ND John Wines

16.38: Short discussion on Semillon

19.47: The appeal of Sauvignon Blanc and why it grows so well in Marlborough

22.10: Food pairings with Sauvignon Blanc

25.32: Comparing Marlborough Sauvignon to the other regions in New Zealand

27.49: The world class photography of Kevin Judd: www.kevinjudd.co.nz

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2.03: Some fun facts about Marlborough Wine Region

4.12: Chat with Kevin

4.51: The first wineries of Marlborough

5.31: Kevin's history and story of how he became the winemaker at Cloudy Bay

16.18: How and when Greywacke winery came about

16.34: The soil type Greywacke and other soil types in the region

20.42: Pinot Noir in the Southern Valleys

23.05: The Awatere Valley

26.01: Describing the climate of Marlborough

28.21: Vintage variations

29.50: Running out of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc

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This episode, I am talking about celebrity wines. Everyone has a different opinion on them, however, there certainly are some wines, that are made fantastically. There are three wineries that I would recommend 100% and so I am going to go into detail about these three, but I will mention a few others at the end. How many of them did you know had celebrities behind the scenes? Or if you already knew they were celebrity wines, did you know which winery was behind them (if they are not doing it themselves?

Don't forget there is a competition running, to with a virtual wine tasting, hosted by me (open to listens all over the world). More details at the bottom.*

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4.45: Talking about the Della Vite wines.

9.12: Tasting the Della Vite Superiore DOCG £25.95 Dellavite.com

12.03: Talking about the Two Paddocks wines.

16.01: Tasting the Two Paddocks Picnic Pinot Noir 2019 £21.50 HH&C

18.53: Talking about the Inglenook wines.

24.33: Talking about Zinfandel.

26.39: Tasting Inglenook Edizione Pennino Zinfandel 2017 £57.99 House of Malt, £55 EW Wines

29.32: A round up of some of the other celebrity wines out there.

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*Competition closes on August 30th 2021. It is open to participants all over the world.  The virtual tasting will include 6 wines. These wines will be chosen based on the winner's chosen theme, what they want to learn and what wines are available in their country. The winner will be chosen on August 31st and contacted. To win, leave a review and some stars on Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot, and send this screenshot to janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk or on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat

You can always contact me in advance if you have any other questions. Good luck.

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In this really fun episode (or at least it was for me to record) we are going to dig deeper into the rich tapestry of Spain's indigenous white grape varieties. After a request for an episode on the white grapes of Spain, followed by Decanter magazine's February edition, spotlighting Spain's vibrant wine scene, I explore the nuances of some of Spain’s most interesting native whites, curated from their top scoring whites featured in the publication.

With over a hundred native grape varieties, this episode is zoning in on the lesser-known gems of Xarel·lo, Airén, Treixadura, Albillo Real, Hondarrabi Zuri, and Vijariego Blanco. And along the way, you will also discover the wine regions that they come from. Join us as we embark on a journey to uncover the essence of Spain's white wine heritage, the nation’s evolving viticultural landscape and the experimentation happening within. Enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.

If you want to skip ahead:

4.35: Xarel·lo

Tasting The Vins Pepe Raventós, Xarel·lo Vinya del Noguer Alt 2021 £32 -34 Hedonism or Shrine to the Vine

9.35: Airén

Tasting Bodegas Garcia De Lara, Finca Villalobillos Pie Franco Airén 2019 £17.95 Drinksmith

13.35: Treixadura

Tasting Adegas Pazo do Mar the Torre do Olivar Treixadura 2021 £14.99 Strictly Wines

17.00: Albillo Real

Tasting Las Pedreras, Linarejos Vino Blanco de Assemblage 2022 £37 Salisbury Wine Store

22.31: Hondarrabi Zuri

Tasting Hiruzta Txakolina 2023 £18 Strictly Wines and Wine Republic

27.50: Vijariego Blanco

Tasting Viñátigo, Vijariego Blanco 2022 £28 Hic Wine Merchants and Strictly Wines

Any thoughts or questions, do email me: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat

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This episode is the second episode with John Jackson, aka Attorney Somm (on youtube and Instagram), and we are looking at the Bordeaux region in general. John will certainly give you a load of Chateaus to go out and try, and you will learn a little bit more of the sub-regions within Bordeaux and what they can offer. If you have ever wondered about the many classifications systems, I will also go over them. NOTE: I was really proud of myself, thinking I had covered them all, and then after recording, realized I didn’t cover the Graves classification system of 1953. Oh well, that’s for another episode!

Don't forget there is a competition running, to with a virtual wine tasting, hosted by me (open to listens all over the world). More details at the bottom.*

If you want to skip ahead:

0.31 Introduction to the Bordeaux region

3.56: Cru Bourgeois and it’s classification system

8.08: My winey of the week Chateau de Villegeorge 

10.23: Tasting L'Étoile De Villegeorge 2018 £14.99 mix 4 Wine App 

12.45: Chat with John – we discuss great value wines, the difference between regions like Pauillac and Margaux, some of the best vintages.

29.46: Understanding the Saint-Émilion classification system and the current shock news in the industry.

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Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat or on email: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Until next time, Cheers to you!

*Competition closes on August 30th 2021. It is open to participants all over the world.  The virtual tasting will include 6 wines. These wines will be chosen based on the winner's chosen theme, what they want to learn and what wines are available in their country. The winner will be chosen on August 31st and contacted. To win, leave a review and some stars on Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot, and send this screenshot to janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk or on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat

You can always contact me in advance if you have any other questions. Good luck.

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This episode is my first episode ever, when I am talking to someone who is NOT in the wine industry, but knows far more about a wine topic than I do: Fine wine investment. I am talking with John Jackson, aka Attorney Somm (on youtube and Instagram), and certainly has a few things to say regarding buying wine to either drink further down the line, or to sell. So if you have ever wondered where to start, what to buy, how much to buy, then this episode might be worth listening to.

Don't forget there is a competition running, to with a virtual wine tasting, hosted by me (open to listens all over the world). More details at the bottom.*

If you want to skip ahead:

2.41: Most expensive wines sold in auction

6.18: How John, an attorney, got into wine

9.25: How John started in wine investment

11.08: Deciding what is worthy of investment

12.22: What is OWC

12.48: Storage options

14.48: How much of each wine to buy

16.10: Following points, trackers or critics to make your choice on which wine to buy

17.38: Choosing the right vintage

18.30: Where to purchase the wines, mailing lists, winery clubs and En Primeur

22.05: What apps to use to track your wines

23.50: Temperature for storage and how to keep labels in top shape

25.42: Great wines for drinking under $40

28.23: DPD or In Bond

29.21: Auction Houses

31.05: What is La place de Bordeaux

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Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat or on email: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Until next time, Cheers to you!

*Competition closes on August 30th 2021. It is open to participants all over the world.  The virtual tasting will include 6 wines. These wines will be chosen based on the winner's chosen theme, what they want to learn and what wines are available in their country. The winner will be chosen on August 31st and contacted. To win, leave a review and some stars on Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot, and send this screenshot to janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk or on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat

You can always contact me in advance if you have any other questions. Good luck.

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This episode is part 2 with owner and winemaker Daniel Chaffey Hartwig from Chaffey Bros Wine Co. If you haven't listened to Episode 57 go back to that now. 

This episode we are looking at the three varieties that make up the famous GSM blend: Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. We will be tasting two of his wines that use these varities and than chatting about the differences between the two Valleys, Eden Valley and Barossa valley.

Don't forget there is a competition running, to with a virtual wine tasting, hosted by me (open to listens all over the world). More details at the bottom.*

If you want to skip ahead:

1.26: Why Mourvèdre is called Mataro in Australia

2.23: How and why Barossa got it's name

3.40: Talking about and tasting the Not your Grandma's Rosé 2020, including food pairings and a comparison with Provence Rosé £12.55 mix 12 The Great Wine Co

9.31: Talking about and tasting the La Resistance 2018 including food pairings and what each grape variety adds to a GSM blend £13.95 mix 12 The Great Wine Co

20.58: The best part of his job at Chaffey Bros

25.21: The Barossa Grounds Project - and the different soils in Barossa

26.53: Difference of Shiraz from Barossa Valley V Eden Valley

Fancy watching some videos on my youtube channel: Eat Sleep Wine Repeat

Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat or on email: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Until next time, Cheers to you!

*Competition closes on August 30th 2021. It is open to participants all over the world.  The virtual tasting will include 6 wines. These wines will be chosen based on the winner's chosen theme, what they want to learn and what wines are available in their country. The winner will be chosen on August 31st and contacted. To win, leave a review and some stars on Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot, and send this screenshot to janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk or on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat

You can always contact me in advance if you have any other questions. Good luck.

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Today's episode I am joined by the owner and winemaker of Chaffey Bros Wine Co. All these wines have electricity and energy, and you need to know about them. Based In Eden Valley, Australia, the wines are artisanally made in small batch. In this episode we are focusing on the grape variety KERNER, which is a German variety, and Chaffey Bros are the only winery working with this variety in the southern hemisphere (to their knowledge).

Don't forget there is a competition running, to with a virtual wine tasting, hosted by me (open to listens all over the world). More details at the bottom.*

If you want to skip ahead:

3.06 How Daniel started in the wine industry and how Chaffey Bros came about

11.02 The essence of the winery and how they make their wines

12.46 How the wines are so textural and aromatic

16.30 The grape variety Kerner

19.11 Tasting of the Kontrapunkt Kerner 2019 £15.25 (mixed) The Great Wine Co

20.00 The reason for the 'punkt' names

21.37 The german heritage in Barossa

23.46 Touching of the different soils in Eden Valley

24.05 Food pairings for Kerner

25.55 Ageability of Kerner

27.59 The astericks on the wine labels, and the story telling

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Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat or on email: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Until next time, Cheers to you!

*Competition closes on August 30th 2021. It is open to participants all over the world.  The virtual tasting will include 6 wines. These wines will be chosen based on the winner's chosen theme, what they want to learn and what wines are available in their country. The winner will be chosen on August 31st and contacted. To win, leave a review and some stars on Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot, and send this screenshot to janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk or on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat

You can always contact me in advance if you have any other questions. Good luck.

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This is the second part of my chat with Sommelier extraordinaire Bert Blaize, and we are talking about his favourite wine region: Tuscany. He has visited this region many times, and so not only talks about his recommended wines but the places themselves. If you haven't listened to Ep 55 about his ideal (and mistake) food and wine pairings, go back and have a listen.

Don't forget there is a competition running, to with a virtual wine tasting, hosted by me (open to listens all over the world). More details at the bottom.*

If you want to skip ahead:

1.15 My winery of the week: Fattoria dei Barbi

4.59 Tasting their Morellino di Scansano 2019 (£16.27 WineApp)

6.16 Tuscany chat with Bert

7.14 Elba and Isolo de Giglio

8.08 Style of wines from Maremma

8.51 Super Tuscans and a recommendation Le Macchiole

11.00 Northern Tuscany: Lucca and Colline Lucchesi DOCG with recommendation Tenuta di Valgiano

15.41 Sangiovese and favourite regions

16.42 Brunello Recommendations Fellini, Stella di Campalto

21.42 Bert's wine shop in London, Bottles 'N' Jars

23.27 Perfect Pairing for a Chianti Classico Reserva

27.47 First love in Chianti:  Isole e Olena

28.00 Describing Chianti and comparing the landscape to Montalcino

30.13 Advice on buying Chianti

32.03 One of the best whites in Italy: Isole e Olena Chardonnnay

Fancy watching some videos on my youtube channel: Eat Sleep Wine Repeat

Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat or on email: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Until next time, Cheers to you!

*Competition closes on August 30th 2021. It is open to participants all over the world.  The virtual tasting will include 6 wines. These wines will be chosen based on the winner's chosen theme, what they want to learn and what wines are available in their country. The winner will be chosen on August 31st and contacted. To win, leave a review and some stars on Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot, and send this screenshot to janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk or on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat

You can always contact me in advance if you have any other questions. Good luck.

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This episode I am joined by the very talented Bert Blaize: ex Sommelier of Michelin star restaurant Clove Club, winner of Young Sommelier of the year, and now turned wine consultant with his own wine shop in London Bottles 'N' Jars

As if that isn't enough, he wrote a wine book for us all: Which Wine When that is an ultimate guide to food and wine pairing. Todays episode Bert will be taking us through his journey and talking us through some interesting food pairings.

Don't forget about the WINE COMPETITION to wine a virtual tasting hosted by me. Full Details at the bottom.*

If you want to skip ahead:

3.22 Bert's journey into wine

10.04 How food became a big focus for Bert

12.00 The Wine Book, and how you get the perfect pairing and the trials and errors

16.39 Manzanilla and some surprise pairings

21.22 Hot dogs and Verdejo

24.46 A perfect pairing

29.23 Pairing fizz with vegetables

33.00 What to find in Which Wine When

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Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat or on email: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Until next time, Cheers to you!

*Competition closes on August 30th 2021. It is open to participants all over the world.  The virtual tasting will include 6 wines. These wines will be chosen based on the winner's chosen theme, what they want to learn and what wines are available in their country. The winner will be chosen on August 31st and contacted. To win, leave a review and some stars on Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot, and send this screenshot to janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk or on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat

You can always contact me in advance if you have any other questions. Good luck.

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WELCOME TO SEASON 2 WINE LOVERS!

To celebrate, I am offering one person (and their friends and family) a private and personalized virtual wine tasting, hosted by myself. Just leave a wine review and stars on apple podcasts. Full T&C's at the bottom* GOOD LUCK!

This episode is looking at Canned wines. What are they? Why are they becoming so popular. And I was inspired to do the episode as I have 3 cans to try from Canned Wine Co.

They currently have a Viognier, a Grenache Rosé and a St. Laurent, so we are going to look at these 3 varieties in detail with some ideal food pairings - and I'll give them all a little swig and let you know what I think.

If you want to skip ahead:

3:22 All about Canned wine

6:49 Viognier

13:15 Grenache

18:15 St. Laurent

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Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat or on email: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Until next time, Cheers to you!

*Competition closes on August 30th 2021. It is open to participants all over the world.  The virtual tasting will include 6 wines. These wines will be chosen based on the winner's chosen theme, what they want to learn and what wines are available in their country. The winner will be chosen on August 31st and contacted. To win, leave a review and some stars on Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot, and send this screenshot to janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk or on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat

You can always contact me in advance if you have any other questions. Good luck.

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Welcome to the last episode of Season One of Eat Sleep Wine Repeat ( don't worry - I will be back on 16th August!)

In this episode I am talking with top Sommelier Andre Luis Martins who is Head Sommelier at The Calvary and Guards Private Members Club in London.

He is a judge for the Sommelier Wine Awards, The International Challenge and The London Wine Challenge so he will talk a little bit about these 3 different competitions and how he judges the wines. We will go in to more details on how to wine taste and then will go to Andre's home country, Portugal. We will focus on the Wines of Alentejo. Learn about the varieties of this region, its topography and terrior and about the special Vinhos de Talha DOC.

If you want to skip ahead:

1.51: My Winery of the week: Espaço Rural who make Vinho de Talha

- learn about what this tradional wine is

- focus on the sub-region Vidigueira

WINE TASTED: 2018 Vinho De Talha Bojador Tinto Espaço Rural £24.95 Davys 

7.57: Talk with Andre

10.35: Talking about his portugese wine on his winelist

11.23: Judging in wine competitions

15.54: How to taste and judge wine, looking at tannins, acidity, structure, body, aromas, and how to enchance you skills to pick our aromas and flavours

35.58: The region of Alentejo

- the climate, terroir and topography

- the top subregions

- the iconic wines

- top producers

- the grape varieties

49.23: Vinho de Talha DOC 

51.36: Rosé wine of Alentejo

Thank you as ever for listening. You can pop across to my blog to read other articles or book your very own wine event: www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Or watch some wine videos on my Youtube Channel Eat Sleep Wine Repeat

Send me your messages to @eatsleep_winerepeat on Instagram or email me at janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

I would especially love to have your feedback as I start recording and planning for Season 2 - Do you like the length of the episodes? Do you like that I focus on the wine regions? Would you prefer some episodes focused on specific grape varieties? Let me know your thoughts!! 

I can't wait to be back with you all in mid-August. Sending you all love and delicious wine!

Cheers to you!

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Today's episode is all about the English sparkling wines that are made by Langham Wine Estate down in Dorset. I am talking with head winemaker Tommy Grimshaw, who is one of the youngest winemakers in the UK. He we educate us all on the winemaking techniques of traditional method sparkling wine (as in Champagne) along with another more quirky winemaking method he has just started: Col Fondo (as in the natural and most traditional wines of Prosecco). We will be looking in detail at disgorgement and dosage and how this affects sparkling wine, along with each of the grape varieties; Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.

If you want to skip ahead:

2:40 - Langham Wine Estates big acknowledgment with IWSC and how Tommy got to be in the wine world

5:37 - Talking about Emerging Vines Tommy's platform for selling the best English Wine, talking about English Wine and also a space to offer Wine Tastings

7:14 - Talking about Ex Head winemaker Daniel Ham who has now set up Offbeat Wines and his low intervention approach, and tasting the 2 Classic Cuvees.

Wine Tasting:

Corallian NV (based on 2018 vintage) £27.50 https://langhamwine.co.uk/product/corallian/

Culvar NV (based on 2018 vintage) £27.50 

https://langhamwine.co.uk/product/culver/

- Tommy talks about the Chalk strates and different types of chalk soils that run through the vineyard.

17.19: Tommy talks us through the full winemaking process of how to make a traditional method sparkling wine.

20.16: Discussing the disgorgement date and how this affects the wine.

24.18: Discussing Tommy's low intervention approach and his style of winemaking.

27.13: Tommy tells us how he choices the final blend of grapes and how he decides how much reserve wine to add in. 

33.45: Tommy tells us how he choices the amount of dosage (sugar and wine added in at the end) in the wine.

36.50: Learn all about Tommy's latest release - a Col Fondo in Keg!

46.01: Wine Tasting the Rosé

Rosé 2017 £29.90

https://langhamwine.co.uk/product/rose-2017/

51.31: Discussing the three grape varieties Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier - how they are in England Soils and terroir, and what each grape offers to the blend.

55.38: Some of Langham's new wine projects to look out for.

57.26: The two wine regions that have inspired Tommy as a winemaker.

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This episode is breaking down what is Cap Classique (also known as MCC) and it's history in South Africa.

If you want to skip ahead:

1.22: What is Cap Classique and MCC

2.28: The History of Cap Classique

4.45: A brief look at the grape variety Chenin Blanc

6.08: Back to the History of Cap Classique

8.55: My Winery of the Week: Simonsig

10.04: How to open your bottle of Sparkling Wine correctly

11.32: Tasting Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut 2019 £12.99 Lea & Sandemans 

15.17: The regulations for Cap Classique

18.42: Tips to enjoy your sparkling wine at it's fullest

22.27: Dybunking the Myth of Dom Perignon and his actual story of developing Champagne

Leave me your comments and thoughts on the podcast app you are listening to or ping something across to janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk or on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat

Come say hi on my website and blog: www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Or watch some more wine videos on my youtube channel Eat Sleep Wine Repeat

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In part two of our discussion on regenerative viticulture, we're joined by a special guest, Wendy Outhwaite, co-founder of Ambriel nestled in the picturesque West Sussex countryside of England. Wendy, who transitioned from a career as a barrister to cultivating vineyards alongside her husband Charles, shares her personal journey of discovering the profound importance of land and soil stewardship.

Today Wendy recounts her experiences, from the initial experiment with geese in the vineyards to embracing alternative methods such as biological controls over harmful chemicals like insecticides and pesticides. Discover the surprising role dandelions and wildflowers play in nurturing vineyards and fostering biodiversity.

We'll delve into the nitty-gritty of vineyard management, exploring the nuances between tilling and hoeing, and gaining insights into what truly defines regenerative viticulture from Wendy's perspective. So, grab a glass of your favorite wine and join us for an enlightening conversation on sustainable winemaking practices and the journey towards a healthier, more vibrant ecosystem.

This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.

If you want to skip ahead:

02.24: From lawyer to Winemaker

06.52: Healthier soil with regenerative farming

09.16: Hoeing and tilling

13.05: Wildflowers and their contributions

17.36: Planting more trees

20.22: Weeding with Geese

24.10: What is a mulch?

26.00: Vermiculture - Earthworms

33.34: Challenges of regenerative viticulture

35.17: Wine tasting - Blanc de Noirs 2016 £36.99

43.47: Ambiel’s Demi-Sec

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THE EAT SLEEP WINE REPEAT PODCAST HAS BEEN FEATURED IN DECANTER MAGAZINE, RADIO TIMES AND FEED SPOT AS THE 6TH BEST UK WINE MAKING PODCAST.

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This episode I am joined by winemaker extraordinaire Lenz Moser. He comes from an Austrian winemaking family who really changed the wine landscape for Austria. He is currently chief winemaker for Chateau Changyu Moser XV in China, and certainly putting the wine region Ningxia on the map. You will learn all about the incredible wines he is making, along with a much deeper look into the Ningxia region itself.

If you want to skip ahead:

2m42: How Lenz got into winemaking, his journey and his mentors.

10m30: How Lenz started working with a Chinese winery

16.m40: Discussing White Cabernet Sauvignon

Tasting Moser Family Blanc de Noir 2018 £42.50 Tannico.co.uk

26m14: Lenz Moser aka Mr Gruner, talking about his native grape in Austria: Gruner Veltliner

28m54: Talking about Lenz new Gruner project with Markus Huber: New Chapter

31m50: The wine regions of China with focus on Ningxia

41m27: Talking Cabernet Sauvignon in Ningxia

Tasting Helan Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon £15.99 Ocado

42m03: Vintages in Ningxia

48m00: Regulations and rules in Ningxia, and what Chateau Changyu Moser XV does

51m37: The movement towards quality in China

53m59: Marselan grape

56m08: Tasting Purple Air comes from the east 2016 £195 Hedonism

1h01m: Lenz's advice for someone wanting to be a winemaker

Thank you as ever for listening. You can pop across to my blog to read other articles or book your very own wine event: www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Or watch some wine videos on my Youtube Channel Eat Sleep Wine Repeat

Send me your messages to @eatsleep_winerepeat on Instagram or email me at janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

And don't forget there are exclusive episodes available over at https://www.patreon.com/eatsleepwinerepeat

Cheers to you!

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In this episode I am joined by Ollie Horton who left his life in the UK to go surfing in Lanzarote and then fell in love with the wines there. He now runs Wine Tours Lanzarote and also has the online wine shop https://wineshoplanzarote.com/ which sells the best Lanzarote wines to the UK and Ireland.

Learn all about the 5 native grapes of this island, and the different styles that are produced. We'll talk about the volcanic soils and the history of the island, alongside how they grow the vines and take care of them: It's very different from anything they do in other vineyards around the world. You will learn about the main wine region and why it has the majority of the vineyards and hear all about the low yields and different vintages on the island.

The wines we taste:

Bodegas Los Bermejos, Bermejo Malvasía Volcanica Seco 2019 £18.99 (Wine Shop Lanzarote)

Bodegas Los Bermejos, Bermejo Listán Negro 2018 £19.99 (Wine Shop Lanzarote)

Thank you as always for listening. If you have any questions, please email me janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.com or on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat

You can find more information on my website www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

And if you fancy learning about more wine on youtube, you can find videos on my youtube channel Eat Sleep Wine Repeat.

Don’t forget you can join the team and have access to extended and exclusive episodes over on patreon.com/EatSleepWineRepeat By coming on board this really helps me in being able to make these episodes possible.

Cheers to you!

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This episode I am joined by the Global Export Director of Villa Sandi, Flavio Geretto.

Villa Sandi is one of the most important producers of the Prosecco region with an extensive history. You will learn all about them and then we will be talking about the different regions of Prosecco and specifically looking at the differences of Asolo DOCG and Valdobbiadene DOCG. You will also learn why the Cartizze Hill is considered a Grand Cru site. I will touch on the Charmat Method at the end, and by the end of this, you will have a much better idea of grape, wine styles, and the hierachy of Prosecco.

The wines we tried are all from Bella Vita Shop:

PROSECCO DOC ROSÉ BRUT MILLESIMATO "IL FRESCO" - £14.99

"ASOLO" PROSECCO SUPERIORE BRUT MILLESIMATO DOCG - £15.99

PROSECCO MILLESIMATO BRUT DOCG - £15.99

And this is the Cartizze wine that sits top of the pyramid:

"LA RIVETTA" PROSECCO CARTIZZE DOCG - £29.99

Leave me your comments and thoughts on the podcast app you are listening to or ping something across to janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk or on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat

Come say hi on my website and blog: www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk

Or watch some more wine videos on my youtube channel Eat Sleep Wine Repeat

If you can't get enough, I would be so happy if you came to join what is currently a very small group of patreons, for your very own exclusive content, and content created based on what you ask for! https://www.patreon.com/EatSleepWineRepeat

Have an awesome week, and cheers to you!