Italian Wine Podcast

Welcome to Episode 2600 of the Italian Wine Podcast and the first episode of Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Attilio Scienza! This series is recorded in Italian. Episode 1: Costruire le Fondamenta A true oenological journey led by Professor Attilio Scienza in the company of Stevie Kim, winding its way across the peninsula, following ancient Roman roads, paths of faith, and historical itineraries. Genetics, morphology, climate change, and the concept of viticulture vocation come together to tell the story of our grape varieties and their inextricable bond with the territory. Expect amazing stories, random digressions, curious anecdotes, and a...

Welcome to Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2601 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Anna Obukhovskaia IWA interviews Isabella Pelizzatti Perego of ARPEPE winery in Valtellina. This fascinating conversation explores the history of the winery and winemaking in Valtellina, the impact of climate change, and typical food to pair with the region’s wines.  These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the Valtellina wine region, with a focus on its unique microclimate and alpine topography. Learn how Nebbiolo adapts a...

Welcome to episode 2599 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 229 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc speaks with Dr. Jamie Goode, award-winning wine communicator, author, and host of the Wine Masters TV series, about the intersection of wine, science, and culture. Their conversation spans Jamie’s early career and the rise of online wine media, the science of aroma and perception, modern winemaking choices from barrels to ungrafted vines, and today’s biggest debates around natural wine, climate change, regenerative viticulture, and wine’s social role. More about today’s guest...

Welcome to Episode 2598 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Barbara Fitzgerald is in conversation with Emily Carlson, a wine buyer and sommelier based in Healdsburg, California. The discussion focuses on e-commerce in the wine industry, with a special emphasis on the US market. Together, they explore how digital platforms are reshaping wine sales, how producers can choose the right e-commerce partners, and why storytelling plays a crucial role in building lasting connections with consumers at scale. Key Takeaways: How e-commerce, especially in the US market, helps wine brands expand their reach...

Welcome to On the Road Edition and Episode 2597 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Stevie Kim is in conversation with Robert Joseph about his recent three-part series published on Substack, exploring how the global wine industry is changing. The discussion focuses on declining wine production, shifting drinking habits, and the growing number of alternatives to traditional wine at social gatherings. Robert also shares his own hands-on experience with this transformation, including his work on no-alcohol wine projects in France and a sparkling tea venture in Georgia. You can read Robert’s recent articles at: https://ro...

Welcome to episode 2596 of the Italian Wine Podcast from wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum 2025, Talking Wine in a Talking World: The State of Wine Podcasts Today Speakers: Felicity Carter, Kristen Reitzell Podcasts have skyrocketed in recent years, becoming one of the most dynamic and intimate ways to connect with audiences. But where does wine fit into this booming medium?This session featuring Kristen Reitzell (Jackson Family Wines) and Felicity Carter (wine media leader) offers a deep dive into the state of wine podcasts today, placing them within the broader podcast industry and exploring key questions...

Welcome to On the Road Edition and Episode 2595 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Stevie Kim is in conversation with Erica Duecy to discuss Where Wine Won In 2025. You can read Erica’s article which sparked this conversation online at: https://www.forbes.com/sites/ericaduecy/2025/12/30/where-wine-won-in-2025---and-what-the-growth-signals-are-telling-us/  The conversation explores where wine is winning, why it’s winning there and what that signals about the category’s future. More about today’s guest: Erica Duecy is founder of Business of Drinks, a podcast and data...

Welcome to Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2594 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, James MacNay IWA chats to Ninive Pavese of Pavese e Figli in Morgex, Valle d’Aosta. The episode introduces Valle d’Aosta as a winemaking region, with a special focus on the Morgex et de La Salle subzone and its growing presence on the national and international market. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast.  Key Learning Objectives: Introduce the Valle d'Aosta as a winemaking region with a focus on...

Welcome to Episode 2593 of the Italian Wine Podcast and the first episode of Ask Me Anything with Professor Attilio Scienza! Today’s topic(s):  The topics discussed on today’s show include Professor Scienza’s experiment on soil from Eastern Europe, a preview of his Vinitaly 2026 masterclasses, the difference between vocation and autochthony, and the different places where Sangiovese has found its vocation. More about Professor Scienza: Professor Attilio Scienza is the one who checks all the facts and regulates when we mistakenly type “Verdicchio” instead of...

Welcome to episode 2592 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 228 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc speaks with Friulian winemaker and sommelier Mitja Sirk about Cormòns and Collio Goriziano, family heritage and hospitality, Friulian cuisine, ponca soils, local and international grape varieties, and even the world of vinegar. More about today’s guest: Mitja Sirk is a young Italian sommelier and wine producer from Cormòns, in the Collio Goriziano area, where the Sirk family has been a benchmark for gastronomy and hospitality for decades through La S...

Welcome to Episode 2591 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Barbara Fitzgerald is in conversation with Emily Yuhas, CEO and co-founder of Awtomic, to discuss subscription and membership services in the wine sector. Key Takeaways: A clear understanding of current U.S. wine subscription trends. How Italian wineries can enter existing subscription platforms without building their own programs. Why direct-to-consumer strategies create brand ambassadors, even when purchases don’t happen at the winery. More about the guest:  Emily Yuhas is the founder and CEO of Awtomic, whi...

Welcome to the Asia Wine Market and Episode 2590 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Roza Zharmukhambetova interviews the wine consultant, educator, and champion of Malaysia's wine scene, KC Tay, about the wine market and consumer preferences in Malaysia. Key learning objectives: Understand the structure and cultural specificities of the Malaysian wine market, including consumption habits and key cities. Identify key market players, distribution channels, and the Malaysian wine consumer profile. Gain practical insights into opportunities, challenges, and long-term strategies for Italian wineries entering or expanding in Malaysia. Companies mentioned by...

Welcome to episode 2589 of the Italian Wine Podcast from wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum 2025, Beyond the Decline: how U.S. 21–39 year-olds really see wine. Speaker: John Gillespie, Moderator: Ryan Goydos Sales of wine in the U.S. are trending downward. In 2023, U.S. wine sales fell by 36 million cases vs. the previous year. In 2024 another 15 million cases in sales were lost, bringing sales of wine in the U.S. to their lowest annual level since 2011. The session considered the results of a July 2025 survey of U.S. beverage alcohol consumers in ages 21-3...

Welcome to Episode 2588 and Episode 6 of The Art of Wine Storytelling with Ryan Robinson. In this episode, Ryan explores the rhetoric of wine, breaking down three chapters of his book The Art of Wine Storytelling. He explains how rhetoric - the art of persuasive communication - can turn a simple wine sale into an experience that makes consumers truly desire the wine. At the end, Ryan shares a practical exercise so listeners can try this style of communication immediately. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, an eager student, or simply a curious wine lover, The Art of Wi...

Welcome to Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2587 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Stephanie Johnson IWE is in conversation with Rosanna Petrozziello and Carla Giusy Favati of I Favati winery in Campania. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand Avellino as a wine-growing region, including its terroir, climate, and why it plays a key role in Campania’s wine identity. Explore Fiano di Avellino and Greco di Tufo, learning how these grape varieties express themselves in Avellino and how...

Welcome to Episode 2586 of the Italian Wine Podcast and Everybody Needs a Bit of Scienza, where Professor Attilio Scienza takes questions from the international wine community and answers them in his own inimitable way!  These episodes are generally in Italian. Today’s question comes from Richard Hough (part 2). Today’s question(s):  🇬🇧 In your opinion, what is it about wine that still fascinates people even in a time when everything moves fast, people drink less, and communication happens in seconds?  🇮🇹 Secondo te, cosa ha ancora il vino di così affasc...

Welcome to episode 2585 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 227 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc is in conversation with Robert Princic of the Gradis'ciutta winery in the heart of the Collio wine region, near the Italian border with Slovenia. They explore the Collio region, its history, and wines, including the DOC rules and unique Ponca soil. Robert shares the story of Gradis’ciutta, the winery’s organic philosophy, and their “cross-border” Metodo Classico Ribolla Gialla, made 50% in Italy and 50% in Slovenia, as well as Collio’s rich gastronomic traditions. More abo...

Welcome to Episode 2584 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Juliana Colangelo explores the subject of wine education with a particular focus on the Caribbean wine market with the Brooklyn-born wine and spirits professional Deniece M. Bourne. Key Takeaways: The evolving role of formal wine education in building confidence and credibility for wine professionals in the US. The importance of representation and accessibility in shaping the next generation of wine educators, consumers and wine professionals. How emerging markets like the Caribbean are engaging with Italian wines. More about the guest:  <p...

Welcome to the On the Road Edition and the Episode 2583 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Stevie Kim chats with Amy Gross, President of Women For WineSense and CEO of VineSleuth and Wine4.Me, about wine marketing, personalized wine experiences, and her role in Houston’s prestigious Rodeo Wine Competition. They also explore the history and mission of Women For WineSense in reshaping how wine is perceived. More about today’s guest: Amy Gross is a wine technology entrepreneur and Founder & CEO of VineSleuth and Wine4.Me, platforms that use sens...

Welcome to episode 2582 of the Italian Wine Podcast from wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum 2025, The Importance of Wine Tourism: How a Wine Media Company Created a Travel Division to Attract More Visitors to Wineries. Speaker: Jacqueline Strum Moderator: Alicia Lini Wine Enthusiast is a media and commerce company that stands as the leading source of innovation and information around wine. The Certified B Corporation has been bringing the wine lifestyle to wine lovers around the globe for more than 45 years, and the company launched a travel division in 2024. Jacqueline Strum...