The Northern Wine Guy Podcast Show

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Well I only went and managed to get 'The Mistress of Wine' on the podcast, didn't I? What an amazing episode, find out how Sam got into the drinks industry, learn more about her experiences in all departments and then her movement into becoming an author of her first book - a brilliant Christmas present for all and what's next too.

A brilliant episode, an outstanding guest, listen to the full episode here now.

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Another episode of 'The Northern Wine Guy Podcast Show' has just dropped and I am so very lucky to have been speaking to Amy Wislocki, Magazine Editor of Decanter for 25 YEARS , no less, as my guest.

Super excited to share this episode with you.

Find out how Amy got into the wine world, her favourite region and why? 

As well as her views on AI integration and most importantly of course, 'What Bottle Is On Your Table, Tonight?' too.

Happy listening folks!

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This is a special episode!

Heather Daenitz, as seen in Decanter this year, is the founder and photographer of Craft & Cluster. Having been in the wine industry for the last 13 years across cellars, tasting rooms, shipping departments and vineyards as well as having a degree in Viticulture from Oregon State. Heather then found her passion return with her love of photography.

This is a podcast that shows there are even more avenues than ever before in the drinks industry and Heather is driving this forward. Listen to her latest projects and what she has planned to further this too in the future. A fascinating episode for all!

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The latest episode in the 'What Bottle Is On Your Table, Tonight?' is with yet another 'wine god' i.e. another Master of Wine - the very well respected and well known, Justin Martindale MW. Justin has a VAST amount of experience, starting actually away from the drinks industry but quickly fell head over heels into it and hasn't looked back since. He has won numerous awards for his exceptional exam results and has broken down many barriers in Scotland too now where he is based. Listen to this super informative episode and listen to Justin's journey to date, you won't be disappointed!

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Laura Jewell became a Master of Wine way back in 1997! The best bit is that given she is a living legend of wine and especially from the commercial side, she spared some time to share with us her thoughts on the wine industry and much more in 2024!

Laura has a HUGE amount of commercial experience throughout her career and we learn how not only she started her career in wine but developed, flourished, won a huge array of awards both personally and professionally and has gone on to her current role of EMEA Regional General Manager for Wine Australia.

Find out Laura's thoughts on wine education and why she believes it really is in your best interests if you want to follow a career in wine to do as much study and sampling as you can along the way. A super episode!

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This episode brings the wonderful, Anne McHale MW, to the podcast.

Originally from Northern Ireland, Anne now resides in London, having been in the wine industry since back in 2003. After graduating from Cambridge University with a First Class Honours degree, Anne worked for a number of high profile wine firms, mostly notably Mistral Wines, NZ Wines and for over a decade, with Berry Bros & Rudd.

Anne established her own consultancy business back in 2016 with her services ranging from wine list design to ambassadorial roles for brands and wine education for all levels. Anne has especially focused on the WSET Diploma students and to join up to Anne's email list with free study and exam technique tips for the Diploma exams, visit the link below: 

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In this episode we hear from the great Richard Bampfield MW.

Richard guides us through the rationale behind him entering the drinks industry, the reason why those interested in wine learning should utilise the WSET and Master of Wine should they wish to go further. As well as his latest project which includes outlining the Wines of Ukraine and how they have developed outstanding wines which are now being seen further afield. 

This is a great episode and something which every wine enthusiast should listen to from those who have a casual interest right up to those who are Master of Wines.

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Michaela Morris is THE person for Italian Wine. Thrilled to have her on the show, she is a regular contributor to Decanter magazine for Italian wines, is the joint Regional Chair for Piedmont at the Decanter World Wine Awards.

She presents masterclasses, leads wine tours, speaks at conferences and has been at the top of her game for over 25 years. An inspirational and fascinating episode in equal measure. A real treat for those who love Italian wines and the evolution of climate change too.

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From one Master of Wine last episode to another this, we are really getting the big hitters of the wine industry here. Sarah Knowles MW has been for many years, one of the senior buyers at The Wine Society. 

As a result this episode gives you a wonderful insight into becoming a Master of Wine and how Sarah went about achieving that as well as what it is truly like to be a buyer for the incredibly diverse, Wine Society. 

A great introduction to many topics as well as of course, what bottle Sarah brings to the table to discuss with us in more detail. 

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A very special episode for you this week, with none other than the incredible Sarah Abbott MW. Sarah has a catalogue of impressive feats amongst her CV with the establishment of Swirl, her own business alongside the development and co-founder of The Old Vines Conference. There are too many to list in terms of accolades for Sarah within the industry and it was a dream come true when she agreed to be part of the show. Learn about her passage into the drinks industry and also how incredibly passionate and unselfish she is in giving out praise to others rather her truly brilliant achievements. A great episode for a fabulous guest.