In this episode of The Vint Podcast, hosts Billy Galanko and Brady Weller are joined by renowned Burgundy winemaker and anti-wine fraud crusader Laurent Ponsot. With a deep-rooted family history in Burgundy dating back to 1872, Laurent shares his unique perspective on the evolution of Burgundy's wine industry. He discusses his transition from managing his family’s prestigious domaine to establishing his own négociant business. Laurent’s philosophy is rooted in the belief that the best expression of Burgundy lies in honoring its storied past while embracing modern innovations.

The episode also delves into Laurent’s tireless efforts to combat wine fraud, a mission that has defined much of his career. Known for his pivotal role in exposing notorious wine fraudster Rudy Kurniawan, Laurent has since become a leader in developing anti-fraud technologies for the wine industry. 

This episode is presented by Coravin, the world leader in at-home wine preservation, allowing you to enjoy a glass from your favorite bottles without removing the cork. Use code Vint15 for 15% off at Coravin.com.

Links Mentioned:

• Laurent Ponsot Wines on Vint Marketplace
• Coravin

Chaptrs:
00:22 Today's Guest: Laurent Ponceau
03:25 Weekly Wine News: LeBron James' French 100k Wine Splurge
07:04 Interview with Laurent Ponceau: Burgundy's Evolution
16:02 Laurent Ponceau on Negotiant Philosophy and Practices
25:21 The Unique Terroir of Burgundy
29:50 Innovative Wine Packaging
33:15 Ensuring Wine Authenticity
37:22 Combating Wine Counterfeiting
42:55 Exploring Grand Cru Wines
47:08 Challenges in Burgundy Wine Production
49:54 Impact of Climate Change on Wine
52:41 Future Plans and Book Release
54:55 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell

The Vint Wine Podcast is hosted and produced by Billy Galanko. For more content follow Billy on Instagram @BillyGalanko_wine_nerd and for partnerships and collaborations please email [email protected].

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