Welcome to Episode 2178 of the Italian Wine Podcast and Stevie Kim’s Ambassadors’ Corner on Clubhouse. In this episode Luis Reyneri interviews Raffaele and Marianna Gregu of Tenute Gregu winery in Sardinia.

Today’s learning objectives:

Introduce listeners to Sardinia, in particular the region of Gallura, with an emphasis on location and wine production focused on Vermentino and Cannonau.

Co-Moderator – Luis Reyneri

Cuban-born Advanced Sommelier, Italian Wine Professional, Certified Wine Educator, and Certified Wine Specialist Luis Reyneri brings over three decades of wine and hospitality experience to his upscale Italian eatery. As the owner, operator and wine director of The Grove Cucina & Wine in Hobe Sound, Flordia, Luis and wife Jen are on a mission to transform small-town dining into world-class experiences. Luis’s cultural adaptability and multiple foreign language skills have helped him achieve proven results as a well-respected international hospitality professional.

Luis' extensive background includes experience as Lead Sommelier at Le Cirque Restaurant at the Bellagio Resort in Las Vegas, National Sales Director at Knight's Bridge Winery, VP of Sales of Domaine Serene Winery, and Sales Director of the Latin Americas for Kendall Jackson, Adjunct Professor at the University of Las Vegas, and head judge for the Miami International Wine Fair.

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Guests Bio – Tenute Gregu

Nestled 500 meters above sea level in the lush landscapes of Gallura, Sardinia, Tenute Gregu spans 30 hectares, with 25 dedicated to Vermentino di Gallura and five to red grapes. The vineyard grows indigenous varieties such as Cannonau, Carignano, and Muristellu, alongside international ones like Merlot and Syrah. Surrounded by cork tree forests, small rivers, and three serene lakes, the terrain is vibrant and varied, crafting a unique terroir that deeply influences the wines. At Tenute Gregu, the approach to winemaking is artisanal; 90% of the work happens in the field, nurturing each vine, with the remaining 10% in the cellar, ensuring each bottle captures the essence of the land and labor. The strength of Tenute Gregu lies not just in its remarkable setting, but in the unity and dedication of the family that runs it. Together, they craft wines that reflect a collective passion and love for nature, offering drinkers a taste of their rich heritage and the soul of Gallura. This is a journey of flavor where tradition meets passion, creating wines as extraordinary as the land they come from.