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Ep. 2739 A Bite-Sized History of Italy by Dr Danielle Callegari | Book Club with Richard Hough Jul 17, 2026

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Welcome to Book Club and Episode 2739 of the Italian Wine Podcast with Richard Hough. In this episode, Richard is in conversation with professor of Italian wine and culture, Dr Danielle Callegari, author of (amongst other things) “A Bite-Sized History of Italy: Tales of the Roman Empire, Renaissance, and Republic.”

This conversation explores Danielle’s Italian ancestry, her career as an academic, the importance of Dante to Italy’s linguistic identity, the role of food and wine in shaping Italy’s cultural identity, the beer before bread hypothesis, “carbonaragate” and other Italian food controversies, and Italy’s evolving culinary habits.

Further reading and other resources mentioned in the conversation:

“Dante’s Gluttons: Food and Society in Medieval Italian Literature” by Dr Danielle Callegari
“Drunk” by Dr Edward Slingerland
“Tracing one delicious snack around the Mediterranean showed me that modern borders are absurd” by Federico De Blasi, https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/jun/26/chickpea-snacks-mediterranean-migration-cultural-exchange-europe-africa
The Gola Podcast, https://www.golapodcast.com/
Cabinet Travel, https://www.cabinettravel.com/
“This Italian Wine Paradise Is More Than Just a Pretty Coastline” by Danielle Callegari, https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/travel/sardinia-food-wine-culture/

The Book Review by Richard Hough:

Dr Danielle Callegari is a renowned academic in the field of medieval Italian literature, which explains the intellectual depth and rigour that underpins “A Bite-Sized History of Italy: Tales of the Roman Empire, Renaissance, and Republic.” Callegari takes us on a fascinating historical journey to explain how food became the defining characteristic of Italian national identity, tackling the many myths, legends and (culinary) obscenities along the way. From The Iliad and the Odyssey to pineapple on pizza, A Bite-Sized History of Italy is essential reading for anyone with an interest in the past, present and future of Italy’s remarkable relationship with its food and wine.

About today’s guest:

Danielle Callegari (Ph.D., New York University) is Associate Professor in the Department of French and Italian at Dartmouth College and Communications Director for the Dante Society of America. Danielle Callegari reviews the wines of Italy for Wine Enthusiast, including Tuscany, Lazio, Abruzzo, Campania, Basilicata, Molise, Puglia, Calabria, Sardinia and Sicily. She is also the co-host of Gola, a podcast on Italian food and beverage culture.

Connect:

Website: https://faculty-directory.dartmouth.edu/danielle-callegari

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcallegariscabinet/reels/

More about the host:

Richard Hough is the editor, translator and project curator behind The Art of Wine Storytelling, 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, including Verona Campione, published in May 2025. 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/verona_campione

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickhough/

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Ep. 2738 Two Barolos, but one hill with Nadia Curto & Pablo Fernandez IWA | Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner Jul 16, 2026

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Welcome to Clubhouse Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2738 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode Pablo Fernandez IWA interviews Nadia Curto, the renowned winemaker from La Morra (Cuneo), in the heart of the Langhe and the Barolo region.

These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast.

Nadia discusses her hands-on approach to winemaking, working without consultants or enologists while combining her father's traditions with her own vision. She also shares the winery's philosophy of minimal intervention, featuring chemical-free viticulture, spontaneous fermentation, and a simple motto: "Nature above everything."

Key Learning Objectives:

Learn about the history of Nadia Curto's family winery in La Morra and its multigenerational approach to Barolo production.
Explore Nadia's philosophy of natural winemaking, including spontaneous fermentation and minimal intervention in both the vineyard and cellar.
Understand how Nadia balances tradition and innovation by combining her father's winemaking heritage with her own vision for the future of Barolo.

More about today’s host:

Born in Florianópolis, Pablo graduated in civil engineering with a specialization in project and contracts management in the renewable energy industry. During his sabbatical year in 2019 he traveled 13,000 kilometers through Italy. Then, he decided to follow his passion for the Bel Paese and turn it into his professional hobby. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he began his wine education, earning several certificates. In 2022, he started his studies for the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines. Also, in 2022, Pablo became an Italian Wine Ambassador and in 2023 a Certified Educator for the Vinitaly International Academy.

Pablo offers educational services for wine lovers and students of Italian wines in Brazil, with his project focused on Italy. He also regularly writes about wine for the digital wine magazine Única. He occasionally writes about Brazilian wines for the South America Wine Guide website.

Connect:

Website: http://beboitalia.com

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

Linkedin: http://linkedin.com/in/psfernandez/

More about today’s guest:

Nadia Curto is a renowned winemaker from La Morra (Cuneo), in the heart of the Langhe and the Barolo region. Together with her father Marco, she manages the family's 4 hectares of historic vineyards in the hamlet of Annunziata. Granddaughter of renowned Barolo producer Elio Altare, she has embraced a philosophy of natural and eco-sustainable viticulture, producing artisanal wines such as Barolo and Dolcetto, appreciated for their elegance and authenticity.

Connect:

Website: https://www.nadiacurto.it/

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

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Ep. 2737 Ep 24: Dai monasteri al Marsala, la Sicilia del vino | Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Attilio Scienza Jul 15, 2026

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Welcome to Episode 2737 of the Italian Wine Podcast and the 24th episode of Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Professore Attilio Scienza! This series is recorded in Italian.

Episode 24: Dai monasteri al Marsala, la Sicilia del vino

Want to dive into the stories and myths behind Professor Scienza’s new series, but Italian isn’t your thing? No problem! You’ll find all the conversations, translated into English, in the new Mamma Jumbo Shrimp book: An Italian Wine Pilgrimage: with Professor Attilio Scienza. Now available on Amazon.

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:

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

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Ep. 2736 Erminia D'Angelo on Aglianico del Vulture, Volcanic Terroir & Basilicata's Wine Heritage | Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon Jul 14, 2026

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Welcome to episode 2736 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 252 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc is in conversation with Erminia D'Angelo, fourth-generation winemaker at Casa Vinicola D'Angelo in Basilicata.

They discuss the winery's pioneering role as one of the first to export Aglianico del Vulture beyond Italy, the influence of the volcanic terroir and old vines (some up to 80 years old), and the unique characteristics of harvesting Aglianico on Mount Vulture. The conversation also highlights the estate's flagship wines, Basilicata's rich gastronomic traditions, and classic local pairings, including the iconic peperone crusco.

More about today’s guest:

Erminia D'Angelo, along with her brother Rocco, represents the fourth generation of D'Angelo, one of the historical wineries in the heart of Vulture in Basilicata, always involved in producing Aglianico del Vulture. The winery was born in 1920. The family history goes hand in hand with the success of Aglianico del Vulture, which has become a symbol of Basilicata.

She grew up playing between barrels and barriques, and her passion for this world grew with her. After earning a degree in Economics and Business Management—specializing in Corporate Finance—at LUISS , she immediately returned to the family business to work alongside her brother Rocco, the winemaker, following the premature death of their father, Lucio, in 2007—from whom she inherited her passion for the world of wine. She always travels the world to promote her wines.

Connect:

Website: https://www.dangelowine.com/en/

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

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/casa-vinicola-d-angelo/

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

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Ep. 2735 A Sommelier’s Journey from Hong Kong with Kwong Shing (Derek) Li | Grandi Langhe e il Piemonte del Vino 2026 Jul 12, 2026

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Welcome to episode 2735 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 Derek Li, a Hong Kong-born wine professional, consultant and educator with a long-standing background in hospitality.

For his first time at Grandi Langhe e il Piemonte del Vino, Derek shares his impressions of Piemonte, its producers and the incredible diversity of wines gathered in one place. In this conversation, Stevie and Derek talk about what makes Grandi Langhe such a valuable experience for wine professionals and students, how passion plays a key role in learning wine, and why Piemonte continues to stand out for quality, identity and value in markets such as Hong Kong.

And to close the conversation, Derek shares a pairing that brings Piemonte and Hong Kong together: Barbera with roast goose.

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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Ep. 2734 Ep. 5: Burgundy P1 - Overview and Chablis | Study Smart for your WSET Level 3 Jul 11, 2026

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Welcome to Episode 2734 of the Italian Wine Podcast and Episode 5 of Study Smart with Gill Gordon Smith.

Ep. 5: Burgundy P1 - Overview and Chablis

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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Ep. 2733 Lisa Lazzaretto IWA in conversation with Sweden's First Female Master of Wine, Madeleine Stenwreth MW | Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner Jul 09, 2026

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Welcome to Clubhouse Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2733 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Lisa Lazzaretto IWA sits down with Sweden's first female Master of Wine, Madeleine Stenwreth MW, to discuss her MW journey, the evolution of Italian wines in Sweden, and recent insights from Sicily.

These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast.

Key Learning Objectives:

Learn about Madeleine's journey to becoming Sweden's first female Master of Wine and the challenges and opportunities of pursuing the MW qualification.
Explore how the perception and presence of Italian wines in the Swedish market have evolved over the past three decades.
Discover Madeleine's impressions from her recent trip to Sicily, including the strengths of Etna, areas for improvement, and the future potential of wines such as Marsala.

More about today’s host:

Lisa Lazzaretto, PhD, is a Switzerland-based entrepreneur, wine professional, and marketing strategist. She holds a doctorate in Political Science and a Diploma in Marketing, and is the founder of Wine Mood, an e-commerce platform dedicated to curated Italian wines. An Italian Wine Ambassador and WSET Diploma holder (DipWSET), Lisa bridges academic insight with hands-on industry expertise. Her recent research focuses on neuromarketing, consumer behavior, and modern wine communication. Active across international wine fairs and competitions, she combines research, storytelling, and business innovation to connect people with Italian wine.

Connect:

Website: http://www.winemood.ch

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

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-lazzaretto/

More about today’s guest:

Madeleine Stenwreth MW is one of Sweden's most respected wine professionals and the country's first female Master of Wine. A trained sommelier, she has built an international career spanning wine education, buying, consulting, and marketing. After studying and working in South Africa, she led the Swedish branch of Wines of South Africa (WOSA), served as a wine buyer for Systembolaget, and later managed quality and product development for a leading Nordic importer.

In 2008, Madeleine earned the prestigious Master of Wine title, with her dissertation on the effect of altitude on Malbec in Mendoza receiving the Quinta do Noval Award for the year's best MW research paper. Recently named Swedish Drinks Personality of the Year, she continues to inspire the global wine community through her expertise, education, and passion for wine.

Connect:

Website: http://www.madeleinemw.se

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

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madeleine-stenwreth-mw-a605bb22/

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Ep. 2732 Ep. 23: Tra Polifemo, Marsala e l’Etna | Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Attilio Scienza Jul 08, 2026

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Welcome to Episode 2732 of the Italian Wine Podcast and the 23rd episode of Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Professore Attilio Scienza! This series is recorded in Italian.

Episode 23: Tra Polifemo, Marsala e l’Etna

You want to dive into the stories and myths behind Professor Scienza’s new series, but Italian isn’t your thing? No problem! You’ll find all the conversations, translated in English, in the new Mamma Jumbo Shrimp book: An Italian Wine Pilgrimage: with Professor Attilio Scienza. Now available in English on Amazon.

Join us on A Wine Pilgrimage with Professor Attilio Scienza.

More about Professor Scienza:

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

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Ep. 2731 The Chocolate of Modica with Simone Sabaini of Sabadì | Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon Jul 07, 2026

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Welcome to episode 2731 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 251 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc speaks with Simone Sabaini, founder of Sabadì, about the history, craftsmanship, and global rise of Modica chocolate. They explore how Spanish influence shaped Sicily's unique chocolate-making tradition, what distinguishes Modica chocolate from conventional chocolate, how Simone has elevated its quality while preserving tradition, the parallels between perfume and chocolate making, the art of infused chocolate, and why Modica chocolate has earned international recognition.

More about today’s guest:

Simone Sabaini, a former financier from Verona, moved to Modica to redefine the quality of local chocolate by founding Sabadì. His vision transformed the traditional "flaws" of Modica chocolate into excellence: cold-processed without added cocoa butter, his chocolate is shiny, compact, and long-lasting on the palate. For 15 consecutive years, Sabadì has been awarded the "Tavoletta d’Oro" for "Best Modica Chocolate."

In 2018, he opened the world’s first chocolate aging cellar, where cocoa naturally absorbs notes of tobacco, tea, spices, or resins. Available in over 30 countries and top luxury department stores, Sabadì has boutiques in Modica, Syracuse, Noto, and Paris. Sabaini is also active in the agricultural sector, producing organic citrus drinks, natural Vermouth, and Bitters through his farms, Madre and Naturale.

Connect:

Website: http://www.sabadi.it

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cioccolatodimodica

More about the host:

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Ep. 2730 Wine Storytelling That Drives Consumer Engagement with Heather Daenitz | Masterclass US Wine Market Jul 06, 2026

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Welcome to Episode 2730 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Barbara Fitzgerald speaks with Heather Daenitz, founder of Craft & Cluster, about why today's wine consumers connect more with stories that fit their lives than with brand origin stories. They discuss how wineries can create more authentic marketing by empowering creators, simplifying their messaging, and building trust through consistent storytelling.

Key Takeaways:

Consumers care less about a winery's origin story and more about how wine fits into their lives.
The most effective wine storytelling comes through trusted creators and customers—not the brand itself.
Great storytelling simplifies a brand's message instead of making it more complex.

More about the guest:

Heather Daenitz is the founder and photographer behind Craft & Cluster, a marketing and visual storytelling agency serving the wine industry. With more than 15 years of experience spanning vineyards, cellars, tasting rooms, and winery operations, she combines a degree in Viticulture from Oregon State University with expertise in photography and digital marketing. In 2025, Heather was named Errazuriz Wine Photographer of the Year at the World Food Photography Awards for her image Pinot Noir at Midnight.

Connect:

Website: https://www.craftandcluster.com/about/

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

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherdaenitz/

More about the host:

With a career of nearly two decades in the wine industry, Barbara Fitzgerald 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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