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Several weeks ago, I returned from an eye-opening wine field trip with the Old Vine Conference. This was my second time having the incredible opportunity to geek out and delve deeply into the fascinating world of vine soil, exploring the profound intrinsic link between wines and humanity.

If you missed that first episode on old vines go back to Episode 144 and that's where I'm talking about why old vines are so special: Their deeper root systems, their genetic adaptations and how they can really help us in the future.

In this episode I share the insights and experiences from this enlightening journey, diving deeper into the Monastrell variety, ungrafted vines and why both have done so well in the semi-arid wine growing region of Spain.

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:

3.38: The climate and terroir of Jumilla

7.39: The grapes of Jumilla and it’s old vines

10.00: Old vine Airén (Check out Ep 177 to hear more about Airén and other native white Spanish varieties)

11.11: Monastrell, the grape of Jumilla

12.54: Ungrafted bush vines and why phylloxera doesn’t like the soils of Jumilla

15.38: Threats to the old vines

16.43: Bodegas Olivares and their Dulce Monastrell

18.56: Recommended wines/wineries:

19.09: Gil Family Estates, Juan Gil Etiqueta Azul

19.50: Bodegas Carchelo, Muri Veteres Pie Franco

20.15: Bodegas BSI, Gemina Pie Franco, the Finca El Volcan

21.09: Bodega Cerrón wines

22.30: Why Monastrell grows so well in Jumilla

23.45: Visiting Viña Elena

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Until next time, Cheers to you!

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