We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Liz Mercer, Partner, WISE

(00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro

(00:01:30) Liz Mercer Origin Story and Challenge - Leaving Napa Valley

(00:20:04) Culture - Napa Valley wine culture, Enotourism Changes over time, The Platinum Rule

(00:28:30) Expertise - Going full-time in the wine industry, Taught vs learned hospitality, Mass customisation, Joining WISE

(00:48:08) Service - Wine Club Ideas and Shared Experiences, Purpose - Enabling Wineries and Wine Regions, Collaborative vs Competitive strategies, International Direct to Consumer

(01:05:30) Contact Details, Esources and Outro

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GUEST CONTACT: Liz Mercer, Partner, WISE

https://www.wineindustrysaleseducation.com

Date recorded: 4 Mar 2025

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We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Kelsey Glasser, Owner @ Arden, Portland, a Wine Enthusiast top 50 rated wine restaurant. 

(00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro

(00:01:30) Kelsey Glasser Origin Story - Los Angeles to Portland, Showmanship and Storytelling in wine service

(00:26:17) Culture - Oregon producers taking risks with grape choices, The American Dream spirit in Oregon

(00:38:30) Expertise - Humour and Storytelling in Kelsey’s wine content, Raise a Glass Wine Platform

(00:49:30) Service - Her Way Podcast

(00:56:01) Contact Details and Outro

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GUEST CONTACT: Kelsey Glasser, Owner @ Arden, PDX

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Date recorded: 27 Feb 2025

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We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Justin Howard-Sneyd, Master of Wine

(00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro

(00:01:50) Justin Howard-Sneyd Origin Story - International Wine Challenge, Fulham Road Wine Centre, Flying Winemaker, Chapel Down, Supermarket Buying, Regenerative Agriculture 

(00:17:25) Culture - Regen community, Longer term goals

(00:23:43) Expertise - Gaining MW qualification, Consultancy, Wine and the Hierarchy of Needs

(00:32:53) Challenge - The obstacle is the path, Challenge leading to Creativity, MW Programme Essay Phobia and Developing a System

(00:43:48) Service - Wine Clubs, Storytelling and Community Building

(00:52:48) Purpose - Opportunities in Wine Education 

(00:55:51) Contact Details and Outro

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GUEST CONTACT: Justin Howard-Sneyd, Master of Wine

https://www.domaineofthebee.com 

Date recorded: 27 Feb 2025

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We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Dirceu Vianna Junior, Master of Wine

(00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro

(00:01:16) Dirceu Vianna Junior Origin Story - From Brazil to the UK, First exposure to wine, Master of Wine Journey and Continuing Professional Development

(00:35:57) Expertise - Consumer Study and Education

(00:41:49) Challenge and Service - Marketplace Trends

(00:50:23) Purpose - Three Takeaways

(00:51:58) Contact Details and Outro

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GUEST CONTACT: Dirceu Vianna Junior, Master of Wine

https://www.viannawine.com - [email protected] 

Date recorded: 21 Feb 25

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We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Krister Bengtsson, Star Wine List Founder. Star Wine List hosted their UK awards event on Monday 3 May. I’ll let you know how to discover of all this year’s winners at the end of the episode.

(00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro

(00:01:08) Krister Bengtsson Origin Story - Journalism foundations, Founding Star Wine List, People in the business, 

(00:21:30) Culture - Scandinavian influence

(00:36:30) Expertise - Awards and integrity

(00:45:00) Challenge - Attracting Younger Drinkers, Natural Wine

(00:51:30) Service and Purpose - The Future for Star Wine List

(00:01:30) Contact Details and Outro

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GUEST CONTACT: Krister Bengtsson, Star Wine List Founder

https://www.starwinelist.com

2025 Star Wine List Award Winners: https://starwinelist.com/wine-story/as-dynamic-as-ever-winners-announced-in-star-wine-list-of-the-year-uk-with-the-buyer-2025

Date recorded: 13 Dec 2024

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The Mosaic of Wine intro

Origin Story - Hospitality School and Sommelier Exam, Epiphany Riesling, Family Support

Culture - Master Sommelier Journey, Support Network, Austrian Culture and Wine Production

Expertise - Consultancy, On-trade and Off-trade Experience, Client Trends

Challenge - Challenges of Passing the Exam

Service and Purpose - Barriers to entry into wine, Future changes in the wine industry, Memorable experiences

Contact Details and Outro - Blind tasting course on https://stefanneumann.co.uk

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GUEST CONTACT: Stefan Neumann MS

https://stefanneumann.co.uk

Date recorded: 6 Dec 2024

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We kick things off today in the company of Olivier Bourdet-Pees, Plaimont Oenologist and MD 

(00:00:08) Plaimont Six Wine Stories intro

(00:02:23) Plaimont Origin Story

(00:12:22) Plaimont Territory and Cultural Terroir: Pioneers in Establishment of the Co-op, 

How growers become members, Challenges to keep young generation in the area,  Loss of Biodiversity in vineyards contrasted with tradition of ampelography and vine conservatory in the region

(00:38:10) Geography - Virtual tour and description of growing sites, Local Climate and microclimates

(00:46:43) Geology - Diverse patchwork of soils in the region

(00:50:48) Viticulture and Winemaking - Choice of range of wines to be made from this diversity

(00:53:23) Wines tasting begins:

1. Gros Manseng

2. Château de Crouseilles

3. Le Faite blanc

(01:21:35) Contact Details and Outro

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GUEST CONTACT: Olivier Bourdet-Pees, Plaimont Oenologist and MD 

https://www.plaimont.com/en/

Date recorded: 2 Dec 2024

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https://www.interpretingwine.com/576 - Olivier Bourdet-Pees, Plaimont Oenologist and MD

We close out the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Abby Rose, Regenerative Agriculture Entrepreneur

(00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro

(00:01:40) Abby Rose Origin Story - Farming in Chile, Three Regenerative Agriculture Entrepreneurial Pillars, The Magic of Soil and Will Davenport

(00:18:15) Culture - Soil Mentor and Sector Mentor, What does Regenerative mean?

(00:26:00) Expertise - 10 Regenerative Indicators and examples, Nicole Masters and App Support

(00:40:47) Service - Farmerama Podcast

(00:49:30) Purpose - Virtual Tour of Chile Farm, Climate Adaptations

(00:54:18) Contact Details and Outro

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GUEST CONTACT: Abby Rose, Regenerative Agriculture Entrepreneur

https://www.vidacycle.com

Date recorded: 6 Dec 2024

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Mosaic of Wine series direct links (12)

http://www.interpretingwine.com/564 Malu Lambert 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/565 Richard Hemming MW

http://www.interpretingwine.com/566 Sarah Jane Evans MW

http://www.interpretingwine.com/567 Peter Arijs 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/568 Amber Gardner 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/569 Jenny Hemmer 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/570 Julian Gore-Booth 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/571 Bree Stock MW 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/572 Andreas Wickhoff MW

http://www.interpretingwine.com/573 Milena Berman 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/574 Barbara Drew MW

http://www.interpretingwine.com/575 Abby Rose

We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Barbara Drew, Master of Wine

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(00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro

(00:01:43) Barbara Drew Origin Story - The first wine course that started her journey, Joining Berry Brothers & Rudd, Working with Rebecca Lamont and Anne McHale

(00:12:40) Culture - Education in the wine industry, Keeping a fresh perspective, 

(00:19:10) Expertise - The Master of Wine Programme

(00:32:20) Challenge - The importance of developing self-awareness in wine qualifications

(00:34:30) Service - Wine language and Away from motivation, Common misconceptions about collecting wine, Nuance of different communication channels, BBR podcast Drinking Well

(00:55:59) Purpose - Making wine exploration more inclusive and welcoming

(00:57:49) Contact Details and Outro

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GUEST CONTACT: Barbara Drew, Master of Wine

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Date recorded: 13 November 2024

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http://www.interpretingwine.com/565 Richard Hemming MW

http://www.interpretingwine.com/566 Sarah Jane Evans MW

http://www.interpretingwine.com/567 Peter Arijs 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/568 Amber Gardner 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/569 Jenny Hemmer 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/570 Julian Gore-Booth 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/571 Bree Stock MW 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/572 Andreas Wickhoff MW

http://www.interpretingwine.com/573 Milena Berman 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/574 Barbara Drew

http://www.interpretingwine.com/575 Abby Rose

We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Milena Berman, Co-Founder of Hautes-Côtes

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(00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro

(00:01:57) Milena Berman Origin Story - From California to Burgundy, Settling in Beaune

(00:09:37) Culture - Kassel art fair and influence on local community, 

(00:16:10) Expertise - Organising travel experiences for museum donors and trustees that drive change, Developing wine experience in Burgundy, Self-guided learning and exposure in general

(00:35:50) Challenge - Cultural assimilation in Beaune, Learning the language, Bridging the world of Wine and Art 

(00:44:08) Service - Hautes-Côtes deep-dive, Educational trips for small, private groups, Vin et Hip-hop and Bespoke events like Terra, Authenticity

(00:53:50) Purpose - Local mutual exchange in experiences as an antidote to Extractive Tourism

(00:58:20) Contact Details and Outro

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GUEST CONTACT: Milena Berman, Co-Founder of Hautes-Côtes

https://www.hautescotes.com

Date recorded: 12 November 2024

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http://www.interpretingwine.com/565 Richard Hemming MW

http://www.interpretingwine.com/566 Sarah Jane Evans MW

http://www.interpretingwine.com/567 Peter Arijs 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/568 Amber Gardner 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/569 Jenny Hemmer 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/570 Julian Gore-Booth 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/571 Bree Stock MW 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/572 Andreas Wickhoff MW

http://www.interpretingwine.com/573 Milena Berman 

http://www.interpretingwine.com/574 Barbara Drew MW

http://www.interpretingwine.com/575 Abby Rose