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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!
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  • Ep. 2419 Mihai Popescu IWA interviews Carlotta Salvini of Consorzio del vino Brunello di Montalcino | Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner

    Ep. 2419 Mihai Popescu IWA interviews Carlotta Salvini of Consorzio del vino Brunello di Montalcino | Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner
    Jul 24 2025
    Welcome to Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2419 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Mihai Popescu IWA interviews Carlotta Salvini of Consorzio del vino Brunello di Montalcino. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast. Key Learning Objectives: Gain a deeper understanding of the wines of Montalcino, including their history, styles, and unique terroir. Explore the role of the Consorzio del Vino Brunello di Montalcino in protecting quality, promoting producers, and guiding educational efforts. Learn about current trends, challenges, and opportunities for Brunello in global markets and how the region is evolving to meet them. More about our Co-host: Mihai Popescu is a Canadian-based wine expert dedicated to helping producers enter and thrive in the Canadian market. A WSET Diploma holder (DipWSET), Italian Wine Ambassador, and international wine judge, he supports wineries with strategic brand positioning, market access, and distribution. Mihai organizes professional tasting events, attends major trade shows, and creates tailored marketing plans to boost visibility and sales. Active on Instagram and social media, he reviews and promotes wines—mainly Italian—to an engaged audience of wine lovers and professionals, blending digital influence with in-market expertise. Connect: Website: https://www.brutus-wine.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mihai.popescu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mihai.wine LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/mihaipopescumtl More about today’s guest: Carlotta Salvini is a wine communication professional with a solid technical foundation and over a decade of experience in the wine industry. She holds a Master’s degree in Agronomy with a specialization in Agro-engineering (2013), a degree in Viticulture and Oenology (2020), and completed the WSET Diploma in 2024. Since 2022, she has served as Marketing and Communication Manager at the Consorzio del Vino Brunello di Montalcino. Previously, Carlotta led hospitality and direct-to-consumer sales at Fèlsina winery (2015–2022), following an early career as an agronomic consultant specializing in organic and biodynamic viticulture (2014–2015). In 2019, she was named Best Italian Sommelier by FISAR. Her professional path blends scientific expertise with strategic communication, with a focus on promoting Italian wine through education, storytelling, and global outreach. Carlotta has spoken at major international wine events and was recognized among the “Top 50 Wine Influencers in Italy” in 2023. Connect: Website: https://carlottasalvini.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlotta_salvini/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlotta-s-726948b0/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarlottaSalviniWine _______________________________ Let's keep in touch! Follow Italian Wine Podcast on our social media channels: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/italianwinepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ItalianWinePodcast Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/itawinepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here: https://www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin! Follow Italian Wine Podcast for more great content – winery interviews from the Clubhouse sessions! Psssst…FYI, this show is our most popular show, find out why by tuning-in!
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  • Ep. 2418 Mela Vino | Voices with Cynthia Chaplin

    Ep. 2418 Mela Vino | Voices with Cynthia Chaplin
    Jul 23 2025
    Welcome to Voices and Episode 2418 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Cynthia Chaplin meets the team behind Mela Vino, a private label wine and lifestyle brand centered on creating wine for the modern social drinker. More about the guests: Mela is a Black women-owned wine brand rooted in friendship, culture, and connection. Founded by four lifelong friends, Mela blends premium Napa Valley winemaking with intentional storytelling and joy. Their four signature wines—Rosé, White, Red, and the limited-edition IV—honor the act of gathering and the richness of identity. Named for melanin and inspired by the Sanskrit word meaning “to gather,” Mela creates more than wine, it creates space. From its origin in a shared Zoom toast during the 2020 pandemic to pop-ups and community events today, Mela invites everyone to pour up, connect, and celebrate life’s moments, big and small. Connect: Website: https://www.melavino.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_melavino/ More about our 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- _______________________________ Let's keep in touch! Follow Italian Wine Podcast on our social media channels: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/italianwinepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ItalianWinePodcast Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/itawinepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here: https://www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin!
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  • Ep. 2417 Filippo Magnani of Fufluns Wine Tours | Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon

    Ep. 2417 Filippo Magnani of Fufluns Wine Tours | Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon
    Jul 22 2025
    Welcome to episode 2417 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 201 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. Today Marc’s guest is the Italian wine travel expert, writer, and founder and CEO of Fufluns Wine Tours, Filippo Magnani. More about today’s guest: Born and raised in the Tuscan village of Suvereto, Filippo is a wine travel expert, writer, and founder and CEO of Fufluns Wine Tours. His journey started in 1996, when he received a degree in Hotel and Tourism Management from the University of Economics in Florence, followed by an MBA in Hospitality Management from Brighton University, in the UK. He subsequently worked as a food and beverage manager in several luxury hotel chains, before transitioning his career into wine following several life changing tastings and trips to leading wine producing regions around the world. In 2001 he earned a degree from Le Conseil Interprofessionnel du Vin de Bordeaux and in 2006 completed the WSET Diploma, becoming the first Italian to achieve this distinction. Connect Website: https://www.filippomagnani.it/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filippomagnaniwine/?hl=it LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/filippomagnaniwine/ 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 _______________________________ Let's keep in touch! Follow Italian Wine Podcast on our social media channels: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/italianwinepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ItalianWinePodcast Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/itawinepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here: https://www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin! 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!
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