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Interpreting Wine Podcast episodes:

05.16.2024
Ep 555: Hannah Tovey, London Wine Fair 2024
(00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:50) Hannah Tovey - Event Director (00:02:50) Reflections on London Wine Fair 2023 (00:06:50) New and returning exhibitors at LWF 2024 (00:12:30) Interpreting Wine reflections on exhibitors from New York, Serbia and Georgia (00:14:28) London Wine Fair...
05.13.2024
Ep 554: Milos Panjkovic, Vinarija Panjkovic
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to a special episode featuring Milos Panjkovic of Serbian Winery Vinarija Panjkovic. This episode has been specially commissioned for your listening pleasure by Vinarija Panjkovic. An episode which weaves together Interpreting...
05.09.2024
Ep 553: A Question of Taste Panel Discussion, Real Wine Fair 2024, Alice Feiring and Doug Wregg– hosted by Christina Pickard
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine. Today we feature the first talk at the recent Real Wine Fair 2024. The mighty topic A Question of Taste. Featuring author Alice Feiring and Doug Wregg of Les Caves de Pyrene –...
05.06.2024
Ep 552: Nadja Miklusicak, Naboso Vino and Festival Naturalista 2024
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine. Today we look ahead to Festival Naturalista 2024 in the company of organiser Nadja Miklusicak. This year’s edition takes place on Saturday 1 June 2024. *Tickets are now on sale at www.naturalista.sk Nadja...
05.02.2024
Ep 551: Sierra De Gredos with Dani Landi and Daniel Ramos, DOP Cebreros ep 1/3
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Sierra de Gredos Series. Produced in collaboration with DOP Cebreros. Today’s episode features two pioneers of garnacha production in the region, Daniel Ramos of bodega Daniel Ramos. And Dani...
03.14.2024
Ep 550: Hermione Ireland, Academie Du Vin Library
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine. Welcoming you to a special episode announcing Interpreting Wine as the new podcast media partner of Academie Du Vin Library. A partnership that sits uniquely at the intersection of great writing, audio, storytelling...
03.11.2024
Ep 549: Doug Wregg, Real Wine Fair 2024
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine. Today we look ahead to the Real Wine Fair 2024 in the company of Fair Organiser Doug Wregg. This year’s edition takes place at Tobacco Dock London on Sunday 28th and Monday 29th...
03.07.2024
Ep 548: Christopher and Oliver Walkey, Glass of Bubbly
Today we look ahead to the 2024 Glass of Bubbly event in the company of Fair Organisers Christopher and Oliver Walkey. This year’s edition takes place at London’s Sheraton Hotel, Park Lane, on Tuesday 30 April 2024. (00:00:08) Episode intro...
03.04.2024
Ep 547: Florian Tonello, Pura Sede 2024
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine. Today we look ahead to the 2024 Pura Sede natural wine fair in the company of Fair Founder Florian Tonello. This year’s edition takes place in Lisbon on Sat 23 and Sun 24...
02.29.2024
Ep 546: Anikó Kada, TR Wines Tállya Tokaj, Tokaj Series, 2/2
How the Tokaj Radicals continue to bring their unique energy to a shrinking Hungarian village: a seven-step producer deep-dive (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:02:17) TR Wines Origin Story (00:04:56) Previous experience (00:08:44) Early days in Tokaj and Regional culture (00:11:34)...
02.26.2024
Ep 545: László Pelle, Pelle Pince, Tokaj Series, 1/2
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Tokaj Special Series. Across these 2 episodes recorded in July 2023 we’ll be exploring the modern Tokaj scene in the company of 2 producers. Undoubtedly the most up-to-date exploration...
02.08.2024
Ep 544: Adam Campbell, Elk Cove, Oregon Winemaker Mini Series, 2/2
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Oregon Winemaker Series. Produced in collaboration with Willamette Valley Winery Association. Recorded in-person at the winery with respected local producers, who are themselves deeply rooted in the region....
02.05.2024
Ep 543: Alex Sokol Blosser, Sokol Blosser Winery, Oregon Winemaker Mini Series, 1/2
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Oregon Winemaker Mini Series. Produced in collaboration with Willamette Valley Winery Association. Recorded in-person at the winery with respected local producers, who are themselves deeply rooted in the region....
01.25.2024
Ep 542: Philipp Grassl, Karoline Taferner, Weingut Philip Grassl, Weingut Taferner, Carnuntum Winemaker Series, 2/2
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Carnuntum Winemaker Special Series. Produced in collaboration with Wine & Partners. Recorded in-person at the winery with respected local producers, who are themselves deeply rooted in the region....
01.22.2024
Ep 541: Johanna Markowitsch, Christina Netzl, Weingut Netzl, Weingut Markowitsch, Carnuntum Winemaker Series, 1/2
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Carnuntum Winemaker Special Series. Produced in collaboration with Wine & Partners. The first regional series of the year is in many ways a return to the origins of Interpreting...
08.16.2023
Ep 540: Francisco Carrau, Bodega Cerro Chapeu, Uruguay Producer Series, 2/2
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Uruguay Producer Special Series. Across these 2 episodes recorded in Dec 2022 and Feb 2023 we’ll be exploring the modern Uruguay Producer scene in the company of 2 producers....
07.28.2023
Ep 539: Santiago Deicas, Bodega Familia Deicas, Uruguay Producer Series, 1/2
Ep 539: Santiago Deicas, Bodega Familia Deicas, Uruguay Producer Series, 1/2 I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Uruguay Producer Special Series. Across these 2 episodes recorded in Dec 2022 and Feb 2023 we’ll be...
07.26.2023
Ep 538: Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) Special Episode
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) Special Episode, commissioned by for your listening pleasure by Wines of Bourgogne. During this special episode recorded in June 2023 we’ll be exploring the modern Bourgogne...
06.28.2023
Ep 537: Anne McHale MW, Diploma D3, D4, D5 theory special episode
Special link: www.interpretingwine.com/d3help I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to a special episode focusing on the WSET Diploma D3, D4 and D5 Theory Exams. Today, Anne McHale MW covers the seven most commonly made exam mistakes...
06.27.2023
Ep 536: Eva Plazas Torné, Vilarnau, Cava Series, 2/2
We close out the Cava series today in the company of Eva Plazas Torné of Vilarnau (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:30) Eva Plazas Torné Origin Story Changes in the CAVA region over time Climate change Grape varieties in CAVA Rootstock Organic...
06.21.2023
Ep 535: Mireia Pujol-Busquets, Alta Alella, Cava Series, 1/2
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Cava Special Series.. Across these 2 episodes recorded in March and May 2023 we’ll be exploring the modern Cava scene in the company of 2 producers. Guests chosen to...
05.24.2023
Ep 534: Rosie Finn, Neudorf Vineyards, NZ Organic Series, 2/2
We close out the NZ Organic series today in the company of Rosie Finn of Neudorf Vineyards (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:24) Rosie Finn Origin Story Neudorf people Reflections on harvest 2023 NZ and Nelson overview Climate deep dive Neudorf Organics...
05.18.2023
Ep 533: Anna Flowerday, Te Whare Ra Wines, NZ Organic Series, 1/2
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the NZ Organic Special Series. Across these two episodes recorded in May 2023 we’ll be exploring the modern NZ Organic scene in the company of two producers. Undoubtedly the most...
05.13.2023
Ep 532: Adam Campbell, Elk Cove, Oregon Winemaker 2023 Series, 6/6
We close out the Oregon Winemaker 2023 series today in the company of Adam Campbell of Elk Cove (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:30) Adam Campbell Origin Story First generation Willamette Valley pioneers New and existing plantings at Elk Cove Geology and...
05.12.2023
Ep 531: Pam Walden, Willful Wine, Oregon Winemaker 2023 Series, 5/6
We continue the Oregon Winemaker 2023 series today in the company of Pam Walden of Willful Wine (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:30) Pam Walden Origin Story Evolution of production facilities Urban Winemaking Portland Winemaker Community Grape Sourcing and Blending If you...
05.11.2023
Ep 530: Doug Tunnell, Brick House Vineyards, Oregon Winemaker 2023 Series, 4/6
We continue the Oregon Winemaker 2023 series today in the company of Doug Tunnell of Brick House Vineyards (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:30) Brick House Vineyards update Adapting to challenging 2020 vintage Virtual Learnings on-line Geology at Ribbon Ridge Plantings Deep...
05.10.2023
Ep 529: Brianne Day, Day Wines, Oregon Winemaker 2023 Series, 3/6
We continue the Oregon Winemaker 2023 series today in the company of Brianne Day of Day Wines (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:30) Brianne Day Origin Story People and Winemaking Connection with Oregon sites Choosing grape varieties Export and Domestic markets Business...
05.09.2023
Ep 528: Scott Neal, Coeur De Terre Vineyard, Oregon Winemaker 2023 Series, 2/6
We continue the Oregon Winemaker 2023 series today in the company of Scott Neal of Coeur De Terre Vineyard (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:30) Scott Neal Origin Story CDT team virtual introductions Property Virtual Tour Van Duzer Corridor and Geology The...
05.08.2023
Ep 527: Guillaume Large, Resonance, Willamette Valley Winemaker 2023 Series, 1/6
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Willamette Valley Winemaker 2023 Special Series. Across these 6 episodes recorded in Dec 2022 we’ll be exploring the modern Willamette Valley Winemaker 2023 scene in the company of 6...
05.04.2023
Ep 526: Oleksandra Hryhorieva, Wine Travel Awards
The Wine Travel Awards Ceremony Registration: www.interpretingwine.com/wta23 I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you a special episode released in the run-up to London Wine Fair 2023. As returning Podcast media partner in 2023, this year London Wine Fair...
04.28.2023
Ep 525: Uruguay Wine in London Tasting, Uruguay 2023 Series, 2/2
We close out the Uruguay 2023 series today with coverage of the Uruguay Wine in London tasting held on Fri 24 March 2023 at London’s iconic 67 Pall Mall. The day kicked off with a tasting of Uruguay Wine led...
04.27.2023
Ep 524: Flying Winemakers, Hans Vinding Diers, Duncan Killiner, Paul Hobbs, Uruguay 2023 Series, 1/2
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to a very special Uruguay 2023 Series. specially commissioned by Uruguay Wine for your listening pleasure. Across these 2 episodes recorded in March 2023 we’ll be exploring the modern Uruguay 2023...
04.14.2023
Ep 523: Bruce Murray, Boundary Breaks, New York Grower 2023 Series, 7/7
We close out the New York Grower 2023 series today in the company of Bruce Murray of Boundary Breaks (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:50) Vineyard Plantings Overview Establishing Young Riesling Vines Picking Decisions and Winemaking Mitigating Disease Pressure Red Grape Growing...
04.13.2023
Ep 522: Oskar Bynke, Thijs Verschuuren, Hermann J Wiemer, New York Grower 2023 Series, 6/7
We continue the New York Grower 2023 series today in the company of Oskar Bynke, Thijs Verschuuren of Hermann J Wiemer (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:10) Thijs Verschuuren Origin Story Biodynamics at Wiemer overview Demeter Certification Process and Day-to-day Practicalities Certifications...
04.12.2023
Ep 521: Matthew Doyle, Doyle Vineyards, New York Grower 2023 Series, 5/7
We continue the New York Grower 2023 series today in the company of Matthew Doyle of Doyle Vineyards (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:54) Matthew Doyle Origin Story Introducing the Doyle Vineyards Team Grape Customers Finger Lakes Virtual Tour Soil Diversity and...
04.11.2023
Ep 520: Jason Hazlitt, Sawmill Creek Vineyards, New York Grower 2023 Series, 4/7
We continue the New York Grower 2023 series today in the company of Jason Hazlitt of Sawmill Creek Vineyards (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:10) Jason Hazlitt Origin Story Wine grower winemaker communication Core team virtual intro Grapegrowing community Hybrid vs vinifera...
03.10.2023
Ep 519: Mike Colizzi, Kashong Glen Vineyards, New York Grower 2023 Series, 3/7
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the New York Grower 2023 Special Series. Across these 7 episodes recorded in Feb and Mar 2023 we’ll be exploring the modern New York Grower 2023 scene in the company...
03.09.2023
Ep 518: Kelby Russell, Red Newt Cellars, New York Grower 2023 Series, 2/7
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the New York Grower 2023 Special Series. specially commissioned by the New York Wine and Grape Foundation for your listening pleasure. Across these 7 episodes recorded in Feb and Mar...
03.08.2023
Ep 517: Sam Filler and Justin Jackson, New York Wine and Grape Foundation, New York Grower 2023 Series, 1/7
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the New York Grower 2023 Special Series. specially commissioned by the New York Wine and Grape Foundation for your listening pleasure. Across these 7 episodes recorded in Feb and Mar...
03.03.2023
Ep 516: Hannah Tovey, Event Director, London Wine Fair 2023
Participate in Exhibitor-only Special Promotion at: www.interpretingwine.com/lwf23 I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to a special episode looking ahead to the London Wine Fair 2023 with Event Director, Hannah Tovey. Interpreting Wine is once again the...
03.02.2023
Ep 515: Joan Kautz, Steve Millier, Ironstone Vineyards, California Winemaker Series, 4/4
We close out the California Winemaker series today in the company of Joan Kautz, Steve Millier of Ironstone Vineyards (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:10) Joan Kautz, Steve Millier Origin Story Genesis of Grape Growing in Lodi Lodi Geography and Murphys Orientation...
03.01.2023
Ep 514: Tyler Thomas, Star Lane Vineyard, Dierberg Vineyard, California Winemaker Series, 3/4
We continue the California Winemaker series today in the company of Tyler Thomas of Star Lane Vineyard, Dierberg Vineyard (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:10) Tyler Thomas Origin Story Tyler’s Transition from Botany to Viticulture and Enology Dierberg Family and Vineyard intro...
02.28.2023
Ep 513: Will Costello MS, Bien Nacido & Solomon Hills Estate, California Winemaker Series, 2/4
We continue the California Winemaker series today in the company of Will Costello MS of Bien Nacido & Solomon Hills Estate (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:10) Will Costello MS Origin Story Discoveries in Santa Barbara Miller Family Winery Santa Barbara Geography...
02.27.2023
Ep 512: Mari Jones, Emeritus Vineyards, California Winemaker Series, 1/4
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the California Winemaker Special Series. Across these 4 episodes recorded in Feb and Mar 2023 we’ll be exploring the modern California Winemaker scene in the company of 4 producers. Reflecting...
02.25.2023
Ep 511: Corrina Wright, Oliver's Taranga Vineyards, McLaren Vale Winemaker Series, 3/3
We continue the McLaren Vale Winemaker series today in the company of Corrina Wright of Oliver's Taranga Vineyards (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:10) Corrina Wright Origin Story Family History Vineyard Team Corporate Winemaking Experience Deep Dive Taking The Time For The...
02.24.2023
Ep 510: Luke Mallaby, Mitolo Wines, McLaren Vale Winemaker Series, 2/3
Ep 510: Luke Mallaby, Mitolo Wines, McLaren Vale Winemaker Series, 2/3 We continue the McLaren Vale Winemaker series today in the company of Luke Mallaby of Mitolo Wines (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:10) Luke Mallaby Origin Story Mitolo Deep Dive McLaren...
02.23.2023
Ep 509: Joch Bosworth, Battle of Bosworth Wines, McLaren Vale Winemaker Series, 1/3
I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the McLaren Vale Winemaker Special Series. Across these 3 episodes recorded in Feb 2023 we’ll be exploring the modern McLaren Vale scene in the company of 3 producers: Battle of...
02.23.2023
Ep 508: Angelo Van Dyk, Yo El Rey Wines, South Africa Winemaker Series, 4/4
We close out the South Africa Winemaker series today in the company of Angelo Van Dyk of Yo El Rey Wines (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:10) Angelo Van Dyk Origin Story Yo El Rey Wines since 2018 Brand and Philosophy Grape...
02.22.2023
Ep 507: Richard Kershaw MW, Richard Kershaw Wines, South Africa Winemaker Series, 3/4
We continue the South Africa Winemaker series today in the company of Richard Kershaw MW of Richard Kershaw Wines (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:10) Richard Kershaw MW Origin Story South Africa winemaking overview Elgin Geography Geology Deep Dive Apples in Elgin...
02.21.2023
Ep 506: Alex Starey, Keermont Vineyards, South Africa Winemaker Series, 2/4
We continue the South Africa Winemaker series today in the company of Alex Starey of Keermont Vineyards (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:10) Alex Starey Origin Story Keermont History Collaborative Culture in South African Winemaking Harvest Interns and Adaptation Keermont Virtual Tour...

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Interpreting Wine Podcast episodes:

Ep 555: Hannah Tovey, London Wine Fair 2024

Ep 554: Milos Panjkovic, Vinarija Panjkovic

Ep 553: A Question of Taste Panel Discussion, Real Wine Fair 2024, Alice Feiring and Doug Wregg– hosted by Christina Pickard

Ep 552: Nadja Miklusicak, Naboso Vino and Festival Naturalista 2024

Ep 551: Sierra De Gredos with Dani Landi and Daniel Ramos, DOP Cebreros ep 1/3

Ep 550: Hermione Ireland, Academie Du Vin Library

Ep 549: Doug Wregg, Real Wine Fair 2024

Ep 548: Christopher and Oliver Walkey, Glass of Bubbly

Ep 547: Florian Tonello, Pura Sede 2024

Ep 546: Anikó Kada, TR Wines Tállya Tokaj, Tokaj Series, 2/2

Ep 545: László Pelle, Pelle Pince, Tokaj Series, 1/2

Ep 544: Adam Campbell, Elk Cove, Oregon Winemaker Mini Series, 2/2

Ep 543: Alex Sokol Blosser, Sokol Blosser Winery, Oregon Winemaker Mini Series, 1/2

Ep 542: Philipp Grassl, Karoline Taferner, Weingut Philip Grassl, Weingut Taferner, Carnuntum Winemaker Series, 2/2

Ep 541: Johanna Markowitsch, Christina Netzl, Weingut Netzl, Weingut Markowitsch, Carnuntum Winemaker Series, 1/2

Ep 540: Francisco Carrau, Bodega Cerro Chapeu, Uruguay Producer Series, 2/2

Ep 539: Santiago Deicas, Bodega Familia Deicas, Uruguay Producer Series, 1/2

Ep 538: Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) Special Episode

Ep 537: Anne McHale MW, Diploma D3, D4, D5 theory special episode

Ep 536: Eva Plazas Torné, Vilarnau, Cava Series, 2/2

Ep 535: Mireia Pujol-Busquets, Alta Alella, Cava Series, 1/2

Ep 534: Rosie Finn, Neudorf Vineyards, NZ Organic Series, 2/2

Ep 533: Anna Flowerday, Te Whare Ra Wines, NZ Organic Series, 1/2

Ep 532: Adam Campbell, Elk Cove, Oregon Winemaker 2023 Series, 6/6

Ep 531: Pam Walden, Willful Wine, Oregon Winemaker 2023 Series, 5/6

Ep 530: Doug Tunnell, Brick House Vineyards, Oregon Winemaker 2023 Series, 4/6

Ep 529: Brianne Day, Day Wines, Oregon Winemaker 2023 Series, 3/6

Ep 528: Scott Neal, Coeur De Terre Vineyard, Oregon Winemaker 2023 Series, 2/6

Ep 527: Guillaume Large, Resonance, Willamette Valley Winemaker 2023 Series, 1/6

Ep 526: Oleksandra Hryhorieva, Wine Travel Awards

Ep 525: Uruguay Wine in London Tasting, Uruguay 2023 Series, 2/2

Ep 524: Flying Winemakers, Hans Vinding Diers, Duncan Killiner, Paul Hobbs, Uruguay 2023 Series, 1/2

Ep 523: Bruce Murray, Boundary Breaks, New York Grower 2023 Series, 7/7

Ep 522: Oskar Bynke, Thijs Verschuuren, Hermann J Wiemer, New York Grower 2023 Series, 6/7

Ep 521: Matthew Doyle, Doyle Vineyards, New York Grower 2023 Series, 5/7

Ep 520: Jason Hazlitt, Sawmill Creek Vineyards, New York Grower 2023 Series, 4/7

Ep 519: Mike Colizzi, Kashong Glen Vineyards, New York Grower 2023 Series, 3/7

Ep 518: Kelby Russell, Red Newt Cellars, New York Grower 2023 Series, 2/7

Ep 517: Sam Filler and Justin Jackson, New York Wine and Grape Foundation, New York Grower 2023 Series, 1/7

Ep 516: Hannah Tovey, Event Director, London Wine Fair 2023

Ep 515: Joan Kautz, Steve Millier, Ironstone Vineyards, California Winemaker Series, 4/4

Ep 514: Tyler Thomas, Star Lane Vineyard, Dierberg Vineyard, California Winemaker Series, 3/4

Ep 513: Will Costello MS, Bien Nacido & Solomon Hills Estate, California Winemaker Series, 2/4

Ep 512: Mari Jones, Emeritus Vineyards, California Winemaker Series, 1/4

Ep 511: Corrina Wright, Oliver's Taranga Vineyards, McLaren Vale Winemaker Series, 3/3

Ep 510: Luke Mallaby, Mitolo Wines, McLaren Vale Winemaker Series, 2/3

Ep 509: Joch Bosworth, Battle of Bosworth Wines, McLaren Vale Winemaker Series, 1/3

Ep 508: Angelo Van Dyk, Yo El Rey Wines, South Africa Winemaker Series, 4/4

Ep 507: Richard Kershaw MW, Richard Kershaw Wines, South Africa Winemaker Series, 3/4

Ep 506: Alex Starey, Keermont Vineyards, South Africa Winemaker Series, 2/4

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