Italian Wine Podcast

Welcome to Episode 2713 of the Italian Wine Podcast and the second episode of Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Professore Attilio Scienza! This series is recorded in Italian.

Episode 20: Il Vino Olimpico della Calabria.

A true oenological journey led by Professor Attilio Scienza in the company of Stevie Kim, winding its way across the peninsula, following ancient Roman roads, paths of faith, and historical itineraries. Genetics, morphology, climate change, and the concept of viticulture vocation come together to tell the story of our grape varieties and their inextricable bond with the territory. Expect amazing stories, random digressions, curious anecdotes, and a new way of thinking about wine. 

Join us on A Wine Pilgrimage with Professor Attilio Scienza.

More about Professor Scienza:

Professor Attilio Scienza is the one who checks all the facts and regulates when we mistakenly type “Verdicchio” instead of “Vermentino.” He is a full professor at the University of Milan in the Department of Agricultural and Food Sciences where he teaches courses on genetic improvements to the vine; he also teaches Viticulture in the Master’s program of the University of Turin in Asti. He has been the lead for many national research projects in the field of physiology, agricultural techniques, and vine genetics. As the author of over 350 publications on vine and viticulture in national and international journals, you can bet he knows his stuff!

To find out more about Attilio Scienza visit: https://www.vinitaly.com/formazione/vinitaly-international-academy/attilio-scienza/ 

 

If you want to learn more about Stevie Kim, the Scienza wrangler:

Stevie Kim is an Italian Wine Marketing & Communication Expert, Brand Positioning Specialist, and Public Speaker based in Verona, Italy. As Managing Partner at Vinitaly, she leads key initiatives, including OperaWine, Vinitaly International Academy, wine2wine Business Forum, and 5StarWines. A passionate Italian Wine Evangelist, she harnesses social media and education to promote Italian wine on a global scale.

The Italian Wine Podcast is part of Mamma Jumbo Shrimp, a brand Stevie launched in 2020 to make wine more accessible through books, maps, videos, and the Italian Wine Travel with Stevie YouTube series. Stevie often joins Professor Scienza in his shows to lend a hand keeping our Professor in check! You can also find her taking a hit for the team when she goes “On the Road”, all over the Italian countryside, visiting wineries and interviewing producers, enjoying their best food and wine – all in the name of bringing us great Pods!

Connect: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steviekim222/

Website: https://www.vinitaly.com/eventi/operawine/stevie-kim/ 

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mammajumboshrimp 

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Welcome to episode 2712 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 248 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc speaks with Lan Kristančič of Movia Winery in Slovenia's renowned Brda wine region. Their conversation explores the history and unique landscape of Brda, the philosophy and legacy of Movia, the region's distinctive wines, innovative projects at the estate, and the rich culinary traditions that make Brda one of Europe's most exciting food and wine destinations.

 

More about today’s guest:

Lan Kristančič, together with his father Aleš, manages a 30-hectare estate, of which 26 hectares are vineyards located in the Slovenian Goriška Brda and across the border in Italy’s Collio region. They cultivate their vineyards using biodynamic composts, and all their wines ferment exclusively with indigenous yeasts.

Their goal is to produce wines that are pure and vibrant, expressing the character of their terroir—particularly the opoka marl soil that defines the region. The estate has held organic certification since 2004. Today, Aleš and Lan represent the 8th and 9th generations of winemakers in their family.

Connect:

Website: https://movia.si/en 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moviawines/ 

More about the host:

Marc Millon, a VIA Italian Wine Ambassador since 2021, is a celebrated expert in the world of wine, food, and travel and an award-winning author of 15 books on these topics. Since 2021, he has been the host of the ‘Wine, Food, and Travel with Marc Millon’ weekly series on the Italian Wine Podcast, which now has well over 220 episodes of the show. Marc’s latest book is “Italy in a Wineglass – the Taste of History” published by Hurst, London and Melville House, New York (Guild of Food Writers ‘Drinks Writer Award’ 2025 and the World Gourmand ‘Best Wine History Book in the World Award’ 2025). In addition to his writing and podcasting, Marc is a sought-after speaker and hosts gastronomic cultural tours to Italy in partnership with Martin Randall Travel, a leading specialist in cultural travel. When he's not exploring the culinary landscapes of the world, Marc resides along the scenic River Exe in Devon, England.

Connect:

Website: 

https://www.quaypress.uk  

https://www.marcmillon.co.uk 

https://www.vino.co.uk   

https://www.quaypress.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-millon-50868624/

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Marc_Millon 

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Thanks for listening! This show is all about food and wine pairings, and traveling through Italy with Marc. Join him on this food, wine and cultural journey!

Welcome to Episode 2711 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Juliana Colangelo speaks with Laura Gabriel, founder of the brand strategy consultancy Gabriel & Company and co-founder of the consumer-facing wine projects Paper Planes and The River Club, about modern wine marketing, brand building, and creating authentic connections with today's consumers.

Key Learning Objectives:

Lessons from Laura's entrepreneurial journey and her work across wine, hospitality, entertainment, and consumer marketing.

How authenticity, accessibility, and storytelling can help wine brands connect with younger consumers.

The role of packaging, branding, and visual identity in building memorable wine brands, and why Laura describes brand strategy as "brand therapy."

More about the guest: 

A Boston University College of Communication graduate with roots in film, TV, and music, Laura Gabriel brings a storyteller’s mindset to the wine industry. After roles at Capitol Records and Universal Pictures, she launched Paper Planes Wine Company in 2014 and went on to a brand manager role at Treasury Wine Estates before leading marketing for Quintessa and Bundschu Company, driving new product development, national launches, and brand strategy. Laura also has extensive experience bringing partnerships and cultural moments to life, from producing large-scale concerts, music festivals and events to facilitating Netflix and Food Network productions at Napa wineries. 

In 2024, Laura co-founded The River Club, named one of San Francisco Chronicle’s best wineries in Napa Valley, and in 2025 founded Gabriel and Company brand strategy. Today, she consults with experience-driven hospitality brands on strategy, content, and partnerships that build community and drive growth.

Connect: 

Website: http://gabrielandcompany.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesemustbethegrapes/ https://www.instagram.com/paperplaneswine/ 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-gabriel-13b36024/ 

More about the host:

Juliana Colangelo is the Director of Marketing at T. Edward Wines & Spirits, a NYC-based national importer and distributor. She leads marketing strategy across a growing portfolio of global wine and spirits producers, driving brand development, trade engagement, and national visibility during a period of expansion.

Previously, she was Senior Brand Manager at Frederick Wildman & Sons, where she led marketing for key Italian wine portfolios including Gruppo Italiano Vini and Cantine Riunite. Prior to that, she served as Vice President at Colangelo & Partners, where she helped establish the firm’s Bay Area office in 2016.

Juliana is widely recognized as a leading voice in wine marketing and a mentor and connector for women in the beverage alcohol industry.

Connect:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julezcolang/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jules.colangelo/

Twitter: https://x.com/JulezColang

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliana-colangelo-mba-04345539/

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Welcome to episode 2710 of the Italian Wine Podcast recorded live at Grandi Langhe e il Piemonte del Vino 2026.

As an official media partner, Italian Wine Podcast brings you firsthand insights from Grandi Langhe e il Piemonte del Vino 2026, Piedmont's premier wine event that took place on January 26-27, in Turin. Join top producers, buyers, and experts to explore emerging styles, winemaking innovations, and market trends shaping the region's future. From Barolo and Barbaresco to hidden gems, this series offers in-depth interviews and behind-the-scenes insights, revealing Piedmont's impact on the global wine scene.

Today, Stevie Kim’s guest is the Mexican sommelier Elsa Georgina Estrada Gil. 

Elsa Georgina is the President of the Mexican Sommelier Association.

In this conversation with the Italian Wine Podcast, Elsa Georgina explains the role and composition of the Mexican Sommeliers Association, trends in the Mexican wine market, and the affordability of wine in Mexico.

About the Grandi Langhe: 

Grandi Langhe e il Piemonte del Vino is one of Italy’s most prestigious wine events, dedicated to showcasing the excellence of Piedmont. Organized with the support of the region’s leading wine consortia, it brings together hundreds of producers representing top denominations such as Barolo, Barbaresco, Roero, Gavi, Asti, and Alta Langa. The event is designed as a key meeting point for international trade, offering tastings, professional networking, and a powerful snapshot of Piedmont’s role in the global wine market.

Discover more: https://www.grandilanghe.com/  

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Welcome to Episode 1 of Study Smart and Episode 2709 of the Italian Wine Podcast with Gill Gordon Smith.

Study Smart for your WSET Level 3 is a new series of audio learning resources specifically created for wine students. This new series consists of 30 episodes, each focusing on a particular wine region, with the objective of equipping listeners with the knowledge and expertise they need to prepare for industry-standard courses such as WSET. 

With exam strategies and techniques also included, the "Study Smart" series is designed to help wine students achieve their learning objectives in an accessible and engaging way.

This new series has been designed in partnership with the Italian Wine Academy, a Verona-based, internationally recognized wine school founded in 2017 that provides WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) certification courses and specialized training. 

The series is delivered by the acclaimed wine educator Gill Gordon Smith. 

Gill is a VIA certified Italian Wine Expert, an artisan wine producer, retailer, writer, judge and educator based between Australia's McLaren Vale Region and Verona and Tuscany in Italy. 

Look out for new episodes every week wherever you get your podcasts!

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