What do bread, beer, and wine have in common? They're all brought to life through the incredible process of fermentation, thanks to the mighty yeast! In this episode, we dive headfirst into the fascinating, and admittedly complex, world of wine fermentation. You might wonder how we can fill an entire podcast with the subject of yeast, but trust us—it's easier than you think, especially when Llinos gets a bottle open!

Join us as we muddle our way through the intricacies of how yeast transforms grape juice into the vibrant wines we love. We navigate topics that might be a bit over our heads, but with plenty of curiosity and a splash of humour, we uncover the vital role fermentation plays in shaping the flavours and characteristics of wine. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or just starting to explore the world of winemaking, this episode promises to be an enlightening and accessible journey into one of the most essential processes in winemaking. Tune in and ferment your understanding!

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Dropyn – Gwin Dylanwad Wine Chat is recorded in our little wine shop in Dolgellau, North Wales. Join Dylan, Llinos and Osian as we chat about wines, winemakers and the stories behind the bottles.

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In this episode of the podcast, Osian, Pip and Jack look back on the Dylanwad staff trip to the vineyards of the Loire Valley in March. From underground cellars and family-run wineries to food and memorable tastings, they share their experiences exploring one of France’s most diverse and historic wine regions. Expect relaxed conversation, a few laughs, behind-the-scenes stories from the trip, and a closer look at the wines, people and places that made the Loire such an unforgettable visit.

We visited:

Domaine Ogereau 

Domaine Huet, 

Louis de Grenelle

Guy Allion

We stayed at:

Gite La Seigneurie

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Dropyn – Gwin Dylanwad Wine Chat is recorded in our little wine shop in Dolgellau, North Wales. Join Dylan, Llinos and Osian as we chat about wines, winemakers and the stories behind the bottles.

🍷 Visit us at https://dylanwad.co.uk/ 

💬 We’d love your feedback and reviews to help us grow.  Diolch!

Welcome to another exciting episode of our podcast, where your hosts Dylan and Osian sit down with Woody from Montgomery Vineyard for an engaging exploration of winemaking in Wales. 

We have been buying from Woody for years now and this vineyard is known for its exceptional elevation, it boasts unique growing conditions that imbue their wines with distinct characteristics. In this lively conversation, Woody shares the intricacies of growing grapes in such a remarkable setting, offering listeners an inside look at the challenges and triumphs of Welsh viticulture. Get ready for a fascinating journey into the world of Welsh winemaking and discover what makes Montgomery Vineyard a standout in the UK wine scene. Tune in and enjoy!

Here are links to places mentioned:

Montgomery Vineyard

Penmaenuchaf Hall Hotel

Fanny Talbot

Gwen

Ynyshir

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Dropyn – Gwin Dylanwad Wine Chat is recorded in our little wine shop in Dolgellau, North Wales. Join Dylan, Llinos and Osian as we chat about wines, winemakers and the stories behind the bottles.

🍷 Visit us at https://dylanwad.co.uk/ 

💬 We’d love your feedback and reviews to help us grow.  Diolch!

How do you like your wine presented? Wine in a bottle, can, box or bag? Does it bother you? After a chat about Wine Paris and Raw we move on to discuss what can be quite a controversial - or should we say emotional? - topic would you believe. 

There are many choices out there so what should you choose and why? From ease of use to sustainability in the wine world we taste, tease and weigh up the pros and cons of different packaging for wine.

Since recording and before I contacted them, the Talking Rubbish podcast has released an episode on microplastics! See link below!

Here are some promised links:

Marcel Lucont 'Wine in a Can'

Talking Rubbish Podcast

Talking Rubbish Microplastics

Marks & Spencer Rosé

Chateau Foliette

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Dropyn – Gwin Dylanwad Wine Chat is recorded in our little wine shop in Dolgellau, North Wales. Join Dylan, Llinos and Osian as we chat about wines, winemakers and the stories behind the bottles.

🍷 Visit us at https://dylanwad.co.uk/ 

💬 We’d love your feedback and reviews to help us grow.  Diolch!

So, Osian had an idea for a little game! We had to choose a set of wines for each other and then think of ideal meals to match!

Will we have enough to say? You can't stop us! There's so much fun to be had discussing why you choose a certain wine with a certain food. What you have to remember is not to be too serious about it and also drink what you like.

Join us to listen to the sometimes quirky  choices and some of the stories behind the food and wine.

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Dropyn – Gwin Dylanwad Wine Chat is recorded in our little wine shop in Dolgellau, North Wales. Join Dylan, Llinos and Osian as we chat about wines, winemakers and the stories behind the bottles.

🍷 Visit us at https://dylanwad.co.uk/ 

💬 We’d love your feedback and reviews to help us grow.  Diolch!

Welcome to a lesser known area of Italy which produces some really good wines. We have slotted in a little interview with Marco from Tenuta Santori winery from when he visited us in November 2025. His wines are truly impressive and great care is taken right down to the beautiful labels, have a look at  Marco's Wines on our website.

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Dropyn – Gwin Dylanwad Wine Chat is recorded in our little wine shop in Dolgellau, North Wales. Join Dylan, Llinos and Osian as we chat about wines, winemakers and the stories behind the bottles.

🍷 Visit us at https://dylanwad.co.uk/ 

💬 We’d love your feedback and reviews to help us grow.  Diolch!

Who remembers Cloudy Bay? Pip joins Dylan and Osian for this episode. Pip joined the team 3 years ago and is a big Sauvignon fan. From the traditional Sancerre to the famous and very popular Marlborough style from New Zealand, this aromatic grape is to be found everywhere.

They chat about its popularity - waning with some, however, still sold in most bars and restaurants - and even touch on a Sauvignon Scandal!

Diolch am wrando, thank you for listening. We really appreciate reviews and suggestions as well as questions.

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Dropyn – Gwin Dylanwad Wine Chat is recorded in our little wine shop in Dolgellau, North Wales. Join Dylan, Llinos and Osian as we chat about wines, winemakers and the stories behind the bottles.

🍷 Visit us at https://dylanwad.co.uk/ 

💬 We’d love your feedback and reviews to help us grow.  Diolch!

Do you know what a qvervi is? Join us for an exciting episode of our podcast as we uncork the rich history and unique flavours of Georgian wine, with a focus on the renowned wines from Twins Wine House. Nestled in the heart of the Kakheti region, Twins Wine House is celebrated for its traditional wine-making techniques using qvevri—large clay vessels buried underground. Whether you're a wine aficionado or a curious newcomer, this episode promises a delightful journey through the landscapes and legends of Georgia's vibrant wine culture. Tune in to discover the essence of Georgian viticulture and why it's gaining buzz in the global wine scene!

NB the artwork was drawn by our granddaughter!

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Dropyn – Gwin Dylanwad Wine Chat is recorded in our little wine shop in Dolgellau, North Wales. Join Dylan, Llinos and Osian as we chat about wines, winemakers and the stories behind the bottles.

🍷 Visit us at https://dylanwad.co.uk/ 

💬 We’d love your feedback and reviews to help us grow.  Diolch!

What do ducks have to do with wine?? In this episode, we dive into the world of Avondale Wines from South Africa — a pioneering estate known for its commitment to organic and biodynamic farming. We chat about their philosophy, their stunning wines, and why their approach has gained so much admiration.

True to form, we also wander off down a few side paths… including a friendly digression into what biodynamics actually means, how sulphites work in wine, and why these topics spark so much discussion among wine lovers.

Jonathan Grieve visited our wine shop in Dolgellau and took us through the wines so we thought a podcast dedicated to his wines was appropriate!  A relaxed, curious, and hopefully helpful conversation that brings a little more clarity (and plenty of enthusiasm) to the glass. Iechyd Da!

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Dropyn – Gwin Dylanwad Wine Chat is recorded in our little wine shop in Dolgellau, North Wales. Join Dylan, Llinos and Osian as we chat about wines, winemakers and the stories behind the bottles.

🍷 Visit us at https://dylanwad.co.uk/ 

💬 We’d love your feedback and reviews to help us grow.  Diolch!

Quim is the owner of Martin Freixa Wines and he loves Dolgellau! Osian and Llinos chat to him about the very special organic Cava from Miquel Pons which Tim Atkin has listed in his top Cavas. 

Also, we learn about Quim's own special wines from Rioja and Monsant. It's so hard to get all of the details into 30 minutes because there is so much to learn about these wines.

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Dropyn – Gwin Dylanwad Wine Chat is recorded in our little wine shop in Dolgellau, North Wales. Join Dylan, Llinos and Osian as we chat about wines, winemakers and the stories behind the bottles.

🍷 Visit us at https://dylanwad.co.uk/ 

💬 We’d love your feedback and reviews to help us grow.  Diolch!