
Italian Wine Podcast
The Italian Wine Podcast is a storytelling project dedicated to the fascinating world of Italian wine. New episodes are published every day – so stay tuned! With more grape varieties and more diverse grape growing regions than any other country in the world, the story of Italian wine is a rich and captivating one. While the popularity of Italian wine continues to grow in every corner of the globe, inspired by a deep affection for the Italian way of life, the Italian Wine Podcast seeks to entertain, educate and inform. Embracing Italian food, travel, lifestyle and culture, IWP has something for every taste!
Latest episodes

May 21, 2025 • 43min
Ep 2359 Lauren Buzzeo | Voices with Cynthia Chaplin
Welcome to Episode 2359 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this installment of Voices, Cynthia Chaplin interviews Lauren Buzzeo, the founder, editor and publisher of Full Pour magazine.
About today’s guest:
Full Pour, an independent print magazine with a fresh take on drinks media, was launched in March 2023 by editor and publisher Lauren Buzzeo, a decades-long drinks and publishing industry vet. The magazine reports across beverage category lines providing a comprehensive view of the modern social-drinks landscape.
Connect:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fullpourmag/
Website: https://full-pour.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/full-pour/
About today’s host:
VIA certified Italian Wine Ambassador and sommelier with FIS, Cynthia Chaplin is a professor of Italian Wine and Culture, with 20 years experience in the wine industry. Cynthia is a certified wine educator, author, international judge, and content creator. She designs and presents events for embassies, corporate and private clients, develops Italian wine collections for restaurants and private clients and works with Italian wineries to train their sales and export staff.
Hosting Voices has increased her commitment to DEI in the wine sector, interviewing emerging and established wine professionals and discussing topics such as inclusivity, equity, language, sustainability and challenges facing under-represented groups and cultures as they move into careers in wine. As a certified WSET Educator, Cynthia is passionate about developing wine education for a future that will have a place at the table for anyone interested in wine.
Connect:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Italian-Wines-in-English/100036868372598/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiss_my_glassx/?hl=en
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-chaplin-190647179/
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May 20, 2025 • 18min
Ep 2358 Giro D'Italia 2025 Between Wine And Food Part 2 | Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon
Welcome to episode 2358 of the Italian Wine Podcast, and episode 192 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon and the second part of this Giro d’Italia Special Edition.
The 2025 Giro d’Italia kicks off in Durrës, Albania, and crosses into southern Italy for nine early stages through cities like Lecce, Matera, and Naples—offering a rich taste of regional food, wine, and culture before the race heads north.
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, boasting nearly 40 years of experience. Born in Mexico to a diverse family—his mother hailing from Hawaii via Korea and his father, an anthropologist, from New York via Paris—Marc was introduced to a rich tapestry of flavors from an early age.
Together with his talented photographer wife, Kim, Marc has authored 14 acclaimed books, including the groundbreaking illustrated series The Wine Roads of Europe, The Wine Roads of France, The Wine Roads of Italy (winner of the Premio Barbi Colombini), and The Wine Roads of Spain. His other notable works include The Wine and Food of Europe, The Food Lovers’ Companion Italy, The Food Lovers’ Companion France, and Wine: A Global History.
In addition to his writing, Marc is a sought-after speaker and hosts gastronomic cultural tours to Italy and France in partnership with Martin Randall Travel, a leading specialist in cultural travel. Since 2021, he has also been the engaging host of the “Wine, Food, and Travel with Marc Millon” series on the Italian Wine Podcast. 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!

May 19, 2025 • 48min
Ep 2357 Barbara Fitzgerald interviews Erica Duecy of Business of Drinks | Masterclass US Wine Market
Welcome to Episode 2357 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Barbara Fitzgerald interviews the leading digital and content strategist, Erica Duecy.
Key takeaways:
Why are younger consumers shifting away from alcohol?
What are younger consumers looking for from the alcohol sector?
NOLO and their key characteristics
More about the guest:
Erica Duecy is founder of Business of Drinks, a podcast and consultancy, and one of the drinks industry’s most accomplished digital and content strategists. She has built publishing and marketing programs for Drizly, VinePair, SevenFifty, and other hospitality and drinks tech companies.
Erica also has led digital editorial teams at Architectural Digest and Saveur magazines. Her content, podcast and video programs have won more than 40 digital and editorial awards. She is a WSET Advanced-certified wine and spirits communicator, and author of the cocktail book Storied Sips (Random House), about the real-life stories behind the world’s most famous cocktails.
Connect:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-of-drinks/
More about the host:
With a career of nearly two decades in the wine industry, Barbara specializes in D2C marketing and business development. She's led roles from entry level to senior management, combining her extensive experience with data analysis, critical thinking and storytelling while driving revenue growth and brand recognition for California wineries. As a part of the 4th generation of an Italian-American family among the California wine industry pioneers, Barbara has spent her life around wine growing, production, marketing, distribution and hospitality. A Syracuse University graduate, she returned to California to gain diverse industry perspectives from a range of wineries.
As an Italian Wine Ambassador, she brings her expertise to the Italian wine market, known for its authenticity and consumer demand. Barbara now runs Apri La Creative Consulting, coaching wineries in Italy and the US to strategically develop their D2C channels in line with their brand values. Together with her husband, Barbara also owns and operates a boutique wine production company, and a small import company specializing in Italian wines to the US.
Connect:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barbarajeanfitz/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbara-fitzgerald-iwa/Website: https://www.aprilacreative.com
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May 18, 2025 • 32min
Ep 2356 Giulia Stocchetti interviews Giovanni Correggia | Next Generation
Welcome to the Next Generation and Episode 2356 of the Italian Wine Podcast. Today, Giulia Stocchetti interviews Giovanni Correggia.
More about today’s guest:
Giovanni Correggia represents the second generation of the Matteo Correggia winery.
His father, Matteo, founded the winery in 1985 but sadly passed away in 2001 following an accident. For many years, his mother, Ornella, managed the estate with dedication and passion.
In 2012, after completing his winemaking studies in Alba, Giovanni took over the winery. In 2014, he spent a few months in Australia, working a harvest season at a winery in the Barossa Valley.
Today, Giovanni is primarily responsible for winemaking, sales (he took 45 flights in 2024), and the daily operations of the estate. Together with his team, he organically farms 21 hectares of vineyards, continuing the legacy of quality and innovation that defines Matteo Correggia.
Connect:
Website: https://www.matteocorreggia.com/en/homepage/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giovanni.correggia.wine/?hl=it
More about the host:
Giulia Stocchetti is an AIS Sommelier and holds the WSET Diploma. She has 360° experience in the cellar, harvesting, tasting and teaching. Enthusiastic communicator of wine, she believes every bottle is a small universe to discover and her slogan is “sharing wine means love.”She’s passionate about terroir wines made with autochthonous grape varieties and constantly looking for them and their small producers.
Connect:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/giulia.caravaggi/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewinesoulgirl/?hl=en
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giulia-stocchetti-caravaggi-58a54ab0/
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May 17, 2025 • 16min
Ep 2355 5 Things About Domaine de Chevalier: an interview with Olivier Bernard | On the Road with Stevie Kim
Welcome to Episode 2355 of the Italian Wine Podcast On the Road Edition, an interview with Olivier Bernard.
More about the guest:
Olivier Bernard is a prominent figure in the French wine industry, best known for managing the historic Domaine de Chevalier, located in Léognan, in the Pessac-Léognan region south of Bordeaux. Since 1983, when his family acquired the estate, Bernard has poured passion and expertise into restoring this cru classé to excellence in both red and white wine production. Under his leadership, the domaine has embraced sustainable farming practices, focusing on quality and respect for the terroir. Actively involved in the wine community, he also served as president of the Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux, promoting Bordeaux’s great wines around the world. Olivier is recognized for his innovative spirit as well as his deep respect for winemaking tradition. His wines are known for their elegance, balance, and aging potential. Through his vision, he has helped reinforce Bordeaux’s reputation as the wine capital of the world.
Connect:
Website: https://www.domainedechevalier.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/domainedechevalier/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DomaineDeChevalier
More about the host:
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 and Wine Without Walls. 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 also frequently joins Professor Attilio Scienza on his shows—helping keep our beloved professor in check!
Connect:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steviekim222/
Website: https://www.vinitaly.com/eventi/operawine/stevie-kim/
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May 16, 2025 • 8min
Ep 2354 Cynthia Chaplin Part 1 | Everybody Needs A Bit Of Scienza
Welcome to Episode 2354 of the Italian Wine Podcast and Everybody Needs a Bit of Scienza, where Professor Scienza takes questions from the international wine community and answers them in his own inimitable way! These episodes are generally in Italian.
Today’s question comes from Cynthia Chaplin.
Today’s question(s):
Do you think more regulations would be positive or negative for the Etna Contrade system? Does the region need a DOCG?
Ritiene che più leggi avrebbero un impatto positivo o negativo sul sistema delle Contrade dell’Etna? La regione ha bisogno di una DOCG?
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 & Wine Without Walls. 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/
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May 15, 2025 • 36min
Ep. 2353 Roman Chsherbakov of Eco Trade | Asia Wine Market: Almaty Special Edition
Welcome to Episode 2353 and the fourth episode of this special series focusing on the Asian Wine Market. In today’s episode, Roza Zharmukhambetova interviews Roman Chsherbakov of Eco Trade.
Key Learning Objectives:
Explore EcoTrade’s import strategy and its focus on premium artisanal wines
Learn about The Bottle, EcoTrade’s retail and on-premise project, and how it connects consumers to wine culture
Understand key consumer trends and identify opportunities for Italian wines in Kazakhstan’s evolving market
Asia Wine Market is a new podcast series from the Italian Wine Podcast that explores the fast-growing wine markets across Asia. Designed for wine professionals, importers, and producers, the series highlights regional trends, consumer behavior, and business opportunities for Italian wine exports.
Through 10 exclusive episodes, this series offers insights from key industry players and builds up to the Vinitaly Kazakhstan Roadshow 2025 — a strategic event connecting Italian wineries with Central Asian wine importers, sommeliers, and distributors. Whether you're looking to enter the wine market or expand your brand presence in Central Asia, this series is your starting point.
Today’s guest: Roman Chsherbakov
Roman Chsherbakov is the Business Development Officer at Eco Trade and sommelier at Nuala restaurant in Almaty. He is the current Best Sommelier of Kazakhstan (2024–25), a two-time winner of the National Blind Tasting Trophy, and a holder of the prestigious ASI Diploma.
Eco Trade is a wine importing and distribution company founded in 2010. The company specializes in wines and spirits from small, family-owned producers around the world. With a portfolio of over 3,000 unique wines, Eco Trade champions artisanal craftsmanship, a sense of place, and the joy of discovery — offering wines that come with real stories and real people behind them. In addition to distribution, the company also owns The Bottle retail chain and a few restaurants in Almaty.
Connect:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/eco.trade.kz/
https://www.instagram.com/vin_de_roman/
Today’s host: Roza Zharmukhambetova
Roza Zharmukhambetova has a background in foreign languages and education. She discovered her passion for wine in Beijing, where she gained two years of experience in wine sales. Since returning to Kazakhstan, she has focused on studying Italian wine and exploring its regions.
Roza holds certifications as an Italian Wine Ambassador (VIA), Italian Wine Scholar (WSG), Langhe Wines Ambassador (BBA), and Valpolicella Wine Specialist (VEP). She is also a member of the Kazakhstan Sommelier Association. Since late last year, she has been a member of the Italian Wine Podcast (IWP) team, contributing her passion for Italian wine.
Connect:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roza.zharmukhambetova
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/le_vin_enrose/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rozazharmukhambetova/
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May 14, 2025 • 48min
Ep 2352 Robert Joseph| Book Club with Richard Hough
Welcome to Book Club and Episode 2352 of the Italian Wine Podcast with Richard Hough. Today Richard is in conversation with wine expert, consultant, producer and industry analyst, Robert Joseph.
Amongst other things, the conversion covers Robert’s memories of the summer of love of wine, his role as a General Chair of 5StarWines, the challenges of wine production, and playing devil’s advocate and questioning the status quo
On the bookshelf:
The books discussed in today’s show include:
The Last American Road Trip by Sarah Kendzior
The Mick Herron Slough House series
O. Henry (AKA William Sydney Porter)
About today’s guest:
Robert Joseph is an associate editor of Meininger’s Wine Business International, which he helped to launch in 2006. In 1983, after living in Burgundy for five years, he launched the Wine International magazine; set up the International Wine Challenge; became a wine writer for the Sunday Telegraph, and wrote The Wine Lists, the first of his 25 books. He has chaired and launched over 50 wine competitions in Asia, Europe and the UK. Robert has been in Who’s Who since 2013, and the awards he has received include the Jacob’s Creek ‘Golden Vine’; ‘the Best Wine Guide in the World’; the Glenfiddich (twice); The Wine Guild of the United Kingdom Premier; the Marques de Caceres. He regularly appears on television and radio and has lectured at the Wine & Spirits Educational Trust, Burgundy and Sonoma Wine Business Schools. Joseph is one of the trio behind Hugh Kevin & Robert Wines, whose Le Grand Noir range now sells over 3.8m bottles per year in over 60 countries. He recently-launched his own Georgian wine venture: K’AVSHIRI.
Connect:
Website: https://winethinker.com/
More about the host:
Richard Hough is the editor, translator and project curator behind Wine Democracy and Vine and Prejudice. He has also published several books about life in Verona, chronicling the city’s history, culture and daily life, not forgetting, of course, its wine! With a long-standing passion for whisky and beer, he’s a relative newcomer to the world of wine and is now desperately trying to make up for lost time! He is the host of Book Club on the Italian Wine Podcast.
Connect:
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/rickhough.bsky.social
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ricksnotesfromverona
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickhough/
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May 13, 2025 • 36min
Ep 2351 Annabella Pascale | Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon
Welcome to episode 2351 of the Italian Wine Podcast, and episode 191 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. Marc’s guest today is Annabella Pascale, CEO of Tenuta di Artimino.
More about today’s guest:
Tenuta di Artimino covers approximately 700 hectares in the heart of Tuscany, including 80 hectares of vineyards and 16,000 olive trees. Situated across the provinces of Prato and Florence, the estate benefits from the unique ability to produce both Chianti DOCG and Carmignano DOCG wines. Acquired in the late 1980s by Giuseppe Olmo, a distinguished Italian cyclist and entrepreneur, the estate has since flourished under the guidance of the Olmo family. Today, the third generation—Annabella Pascale and Francesco Spotorno Olmo—continues to manage the estate with a commitment to excellence, sustainability, and the preservation of Tuscan winemaking traditions.
Connect:
Tenuta d’Artimino
Website: https://www.artimino.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artimino/
Annabella Pascale
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pascaleannab/
Linkedin: https://it.linkedin.com/in/annabella-pascale-84aa725
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, boasting nearly 40 years of experience. Born in Mexico to a diverse family—his mother hailing from Hawaii via Korea and his father, an anthropologist, from New York via Paris—Marc was introduced to a rich tapestry of flavors from an early age.
Together with his talented photographer wife, Kim, Marc has authored 14 acclaimed books, including the groundbreaking illustrated series The Wine Roads of Europe, The Wine Roads of France, The Wine Roads of Italy (winner of the Premio Barbi Colombini), and The Wine Roads of Spain. His other notable works include The Wine and Food of Europe, The Food Lovers’ Companion Italy, The Food Lovers’ Companion France, and Wine: A Global History.
In addition to his writing, Marc is a sought-after speaker and hosts gastronomic cultural tours to Italy and France in partnership with Martin Randall Travel, a leading specialist in cultural travel. Since 2021, he has also been the engaging host of the “Wine, Food, and Travel with Marc Millon” series on the Italian Wine Podcast. 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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May 12, 2025 • 26min
Ep 2350 Juliana Colangelo interviews Cokie Ponikvar | Masterclass US Wine Market
Welcome to Episode 2350 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Juliana Colangelo interviews the wine communicator, content creator, and Master of Wine candidate, Cokie Ponikvar.
Key takeaways:
How is GenZ consuming wine?
What is GenZ's perception of Italian wine in particular?
How to better appeal to GenZ drinkers?
What makes Italy so exciting?
More about the guest:
Cokie Ponikvar is a wine communicator, content creator, and Master of Wine candidate passionate about making wine education approachable, rigorous, and inspiring for a new generation of drinkers. With a background in academic excellence, studying English and Classical Civilizations at University of Toronto and a drive for clarity, she combines technical knowledge with engaging storytelling across social platforms. Her work bridges deep industry insight and fresh, Gen Z relevance—highlighting both classic producers and emerging trends through a lens of sustainability, inclusivity, and fun.
Connect:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cokiesworldofwine/?hl=en
More about the host:
Juliana Colangelo is a leading communications and marketing professional for the beverage alcohol industry. Currently, Juliana is a Senior Brand Manager at Frederick Wildman, where she is focused on building their Italian wine portfolio. Prior to that, she led the California Division as a Vice President at Colangelo & Partners, the leading wine and spirits communications agency in the U.S. for over 10 years. During her tenure at C&P, Juliana led the development of the California office, growing the agency’s domestic presence to a dedicated office of 15 people with representation of leading wine companies such as Jackson Family Wines, Far Niente, Charles Krug Winery, Foley Family Wines and more. Juliana has completed her WSET Level 3 and her eMBA in Wine Business with Sonoma State University. In 2021, Juliana was named one of PR News’ Top Women in PR in the “Rising Stars” category. In 2022 Juliana became a Vinitaly International Academy Italian Wine Ambassador.
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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