Vintec Podcast: a wine lovers guide to collecting, cellaring and serving 🍷

Sustainability is a growing focus in the wine industry. For this episode, we had the pleasure to welcome true pioneers and leaders in sustainability in the wine industry: Chris & Julia Jackson, Proprietors at Jackson Family Wines.

In 2019, Jackson Family Wines in conjunction with Spain's Familia Torres co-founded the International Wineries for Climate Action (IWCA) to galvanise the global wine industry to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate impacts in vineyard and winery operations.

In Aug 2021, Jackson Family Wines also unveiled 'Rooted for Good: Roadmap to 2030' a 10-year sustainability and climate action plan. A bold, comprehensive set of goals and initiatives designed to lead climate solutions and create a positive social impact.

A conversation in which Chris & Julia shared their family's long-term vision for a sustainable future.

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Vintec Podcast: a wine lovers guide to collecting, cellaring and serving 🍷

Choosing the right wine glass will enhance your wine's aromas and get the best out of it. Shape matters. This is what we discussed with Mark Baulderstone, ANZ Managing Director of the leading wine glass manufacturer, RIEDEL.

RIEDEL was the first in history to recognise that the taste and aroma of a beverage is affected by the shape of the vessel from which it is consumed. Founded in Austria in 1756 (267 years ago!) and pioneering grape varietal-specific stemware since 1958, RIEDEL has become the most popular brand for wine connoisseurs and drink specialists, hospitality professionals and consumers globally.

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Vintec Podcast: a wine lovers guide to collecting, cellaring and serving 🍷

Sustainability is a growing focus in the wine industry and we've been hearing more and more about the concept of 'regenerative farming' for wine.

For this new episode, we sat down with Jason Haas, Partner and General Manager of Tablas Creek, a winery based in Paso Robles, California. Tablas Creek was indeed the first winery in the US to be 'Regenerative Organic Certified' in 2020. Who better than Jason, to discuss the concept of 'regenerative farming'?

What does it actually mean? In the vineyard? In the winery? Is 'regenerative farming' another buzzword? Questions that we covered with Jason Haas and Erica Landin-Löfving, wine sustainability expert in the latest episode of the Vintec Podcast.

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Vintec Podcast: a wine lovers guide to collecting, cellaring and serving 🍷

On May 3 2023, the Henschke family globally released the highly anticipated 2018 vintage of their single-vineyard wines. This prestigious collection includes Hill of Grace, Hill of Roses, Mount Edelstone and The Wheelwright.

The 2018 vintage marks 60 years since Cyril Henschke captured the first shimmering edition of Hill of Grace from the 1958 vintage. In 2018, Henschke also celebrated 150 years of Henschke family winemaking.

So many milestones we covered together with our very special guest, Stephen Henschke, 5th generation winemaker at Henschke Wines.

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Vintec Podcast: a wine lovers guide to collecting, cellaring and serving 🍷

In this new episode, we discuss the concept of carbon-neutral winery with General Manager of Ross Hill Wines (Orange, NSW). What does carbon-neutral winery mean? It is about reducing a company's carbon footprint and then offsetting any emissions that can't be reduced. Ross Hill Wines is Australia's first carbon-neutral certified winery. Solar panel, water usage, waste recycling program... what does it take concretely to produce carbon-neutral wines? This is what we discussed with James.

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Producers to taste... and cellar:

• Ross Hill Wines, Orange
• Cullen, Margaret River
• Keith Tulloch, Hunter Valley
• Hither & Yon, McLaren Vale
• Cargo Road Wines, Orange
• See Saw Wines, Orange
• Tamburlaine Wines, Hunter Valley & Orange

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Vintec Podcast: a wine lover’s guide to collecting, cellaring, and serving 🍷

In the latest episode of the Vintec podcast, we had the chance to interview one of the icons of the Australian wine industry, Andrew Caillard MW. Together, we revealed the key trends and the wines to taste and collect in 2023.

Andrew is Master of Wine and the author of several books including Penfolds: The Rewards of Patience. He's releasing a new edition of his periodical publication The Wine Journal co-authored with wine journalist Angus Hughson. The Wine Journal  is an exciting, entertaining and authoritative yearbook charting the greatest wineries, regions and vintages. In this new wine lover’s annual, Andrew and Angus share key recent discoveries, experiences, and behind-the-scenes insights about the best Australian, and selected international wines.

 Vintec, the leading specialist in climate-controlled wine cabinets, designed by wine lovers for wine lovers. Discover our range of wine cabinets: vintec.com

Vintec Podcast: a wine lover’s guide to collecting, cellaring, and serving 🍷

This episode is part of the Collecting Series – where we speak with wine experts and collectors about the tips & tricks for starting, growing and most importantly – enjoying your wine collection! Join us for a deep dive into ensuring the basics of care and longevity of your wine collection with the expertise of our Vintec community.

Napa Valley occupies a small but unique area. Despite its small surface (only 48km long and 8km wide), the Napa Valley is home to a great variety of fine wines thanks to the diverse microclimates and soils. It is particularly revered for its Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay.

As one of the world’s premier wine regions boasting more than 400 wineries, many may find it difficult to pick real good bottles of wine from this region. For this reason, Michael Anderson, Head of Auctions at Langton's is here to help you navigate through the huge variety and choose the next wines to try and lay down in your Vintec cabinet.

Wineries recommended by Vintec:

• Stags' Leap
• Bryant Estate
• Colgin Cellars
• Aubert Wines
• Spottswoode Winery
• Ridge
• Inglenook
• Penfolds (Bin 600 & Bin 704)
• Mt. Brave
• Ramey

 Vintec, the leading specialist in climate-controlled wine cabinets, designed by wine lovers for wine lovers. Discover our range of wine cabinets: vintec.com

Vintec Podcast: a wine lovers guide to collecting, cellaring and serving 🍷

Sustainability is a growing focus in the wine industry. We are thrilled to introduce you to a new series of the Vintec Podcast: the Sustainability Series, where we are shining a spotlight on trendsetters of our industry who are making positive changes and how they are overcoming challenges now and for the future. Hear these inspiring stories and how you can preserve the integrity of these beautiful wines with Vintec.

In the first episode, we chat with Swedish-American wine writer and Sustainability Consultant, Erica Landin-Lofving, to discuss important topics influencing the global wine industry such as climate change, the differences between organic/biodynamic/natural wine and sustainable practices in the winery.

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Vintec, leading specialist in climate-controlled wine cabinets, designed by wine lovers for wine lovers. Discover our range of wine cabinets: vintec.com

Vintec Podcast: a wine lovers guide to collecting, cellaring and serving 🍷

In the Vintec Podcast, we speak with wine experts and collectors about the tips & tricks for starting, growing and most importantly – enjoying your wine collection! Join us for a deep dive on ensuring the basics of care and longevity of your wine collection with the expertise of our Vintec community.

Love is in the air in this episode! Discover our recommendations for the best Champagnes to serve on Valentine’s Day with Sara Underdown, Founder & Editor of Vine & Bubble Magazine.

Sara Underdown's Recommendation:

• Charles Heidsieck NV Rosé
• Champagne Geoffroy Blanc de Rosé Extra Brut
• Champagne Bollinger La Grande Année Rosé
• Champagne Chartogne-Taillet Le Rosé
• Louis Roederer Cristal Rosé
• Pol Roger Blanc de Blancs
• Louis Roederer Blanc de Blancs

Vintec, leading specialist in climate-controlled wine cabinets, designed by wine lovers for wine lovers. Discover our range of wine cabinets: vintec.com

Vintec Podcast: a wine lovers guide to collecting, cellaring and serving 🍷

This episode is part of the Collecting Series – where we speak with wine experts and collectors about the tips & tricks for starting, growing and most importantly – enjoying your wine collection! Join us for a deep dive on ensuring the basics of care and longevity of your wine collection with the expertise of our Vintec community.

Burgundy is the crème de la crème when it comes to wine collecting. But with skyrocketing prices, it is difficult to navigate this surprisingly small region (representing only 3% of the vines planted in France) and find good wines without breaking the bank. To help us, we had the pleasure of welcoming Alex Rougeot, Founder & Director of Clos Cachet, a French wine import company, and also 5th generation of the Rougeot family, based in Meursault. Alex visited the Vintec studio to share with you his top recommendations of Burgundy wines to collect and carefully cellar in your Vintec wine cabinet. Among his recommendations, he's shedding some light on a new generation of winemakers that are pushing boundaries and producing gems that are still off the radar for most collectors. Time to pack your Vintec cellar!

Vintec, leading specialist in climate-controlled wine cabinets, designed by wine lovers for wine lovers. Discover our range of wine cabinets: vintec.com