Hey there! If you love wine, are curious about the world’s wine regions, or just want to geek out a little on grapes, terroir, and winemaking, you’re in the right place. This is a fun, educational wine podcast made for serious enthusiasts, wine students, and anyone who wants to fall in love with wine all over again.
I chat with winemakers, sommeliers, and Masters of Wine who share their stories, tips, and insider knowledge - from their favourite regions and grapes to food pairings and the techniques that make each bottle special. Sometimes we open a bottle as we talk, sometimes I take you along on a 4-day itinerary I’ve mapped out from my travels, and sometimes we do quick-fire flashcard-style deep dives to test your wine knowledge - all in a way that’s engaging, uplifting, and never boring.
Whether you’re working towards your WSET or MW exams, or just want to explore the world of wine with a glass in hand, this podcast is a place to laugh, learn, and celebrate the joy of wine. Come join our inclusive wine-loving community - there’s a story, a tip, or a tasting for everyone.
Episodes
Monday Oct 07, 2024
Monday Oct 07, 2024
Welcome back, wine friends! In this episode, we continue our fascinating conversation with the brilliant Beth Willard, a highly respected wine writer and co-chair Judge at the Decanter World Wine Awards. Beth's deep knowledge of Spanish wines, combined with her background as a former wine buyer for Laithwaites and her role in the Gran Orden de Caballeros del Vino, makes her the perfect guide for our exploration of some of Spain's hidden wine gems.
Join us as we journey through the lesser-known wine regions of Castilla y León, uncover indigenous grape varieties that deserve the spotlight, and hear some of Beth’s most humorous and adventurous stories from her travels through Spain’s vineyards. Whether you're a seasoned oenophile or new to the world of Spanish wines, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration.
And a special thanks to Coravin, our sponsor for this episode, for giving wine enthusiasts the chance to explore wines one glass at a time without uncorking the entire bottle. Tune in for an inspiring chat, and don't forget to pour yourself something special!
Cheers!
If you want to skip ahead:
02.16: Driving through Spain, car dramas and small villages
04.52: Interesting conversations with locals and travel advice for visiting Spanish wine regions
07.06: Castilla y León & the 13 DO’s, starting with Ribera del Duero & Rueda
09.18: Rueda (you can buy Beth’s report HERE) - Traditional wines aged in Tinaja, The Dorado Style and terroir
10.10: Arlanza, and it’s old vines Tempranillo
12.09: Heading towards the Portuguese border: Salamanca, Zamora, Arribes & their traditional reds
12.42: Sierra de Gredos and their fresh Garnacha
13.05: The Clarete of Cigales
14.36: Tempranillo in Cigales, Toro & Ribera del Duero
17.43: The Telling Room by Michael Paterniti - a must read about the worlds best cheese from Castilla y León
20.46: What exciting things are happening in the lesser known DOs
25.10: Rufete grape variety of Salamanca
27.28: Recommended indigenous grape varieties of note
30.17: Ossian Winery in Rueda and their old vines
30.30: Manade Winery: Organic and sustainable winemakers
32.42: Madrid’s wine bars and shops to visit
34.52: Tasting 600 wines of Spain for the Discover Spain report, co-writen by Beth and Tim Atkin
37.08: The 100 point wine of the Discover Report, an old vine Airén from Bodegas Cerrón
41.40: Next stage in Beths Journey continuing through Spain
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Until next time, Cheers to you!
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