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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. 2645 From Cheese to Wine: A Food Scientist’s Role in the Wine Industry — with Rebecca Siefring | Next Generation

    Ep. 2645 From Cheese to Wine: A Food Scientist’s Role in the Wine Industry — with Rebecca Siefring | Next Generation
    Mar 28 2026
    Welcome to the Next Generation and Episode 2645 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, McKenna Cassidy speaks with Rebecca Siefring, Assistant Winemaker at J Winery. This episode explores Rebecca’s journey into winemaking, her work in the Russian River Valley, and her innovative projects with Offscript Wines. More about today’s guest: Born and raised just outside of Philadelphia, where family meals sparked a lasting curiosity about how food and wine shape culture and connection. She earned a B.S. and M.S. focusing on Food Science. Although Becca started her career in the dairy industry, producing cheese in Utah and Wisconsin, her passion for winemaking led her to Sonoma County in 2019, where she worked as a Quality Manager in Dry Creek Valley before transitioning to J in Russian River Valley in 2021. Outside of the winery, Becca is a traveler who loves to explore new places and cultures, seeking out the best wines and cuisines from around the globe. Connect: Website: https://www.jwine.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jwinery/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-siefring-5aa93881/ More about the host: McKenna found her love of wine while serving in a Napa Valley tasting room. She later graduated from the University of Notre Dame and pursued wine on the East Coast with E. & J. Gallo Winery. She has worked in wine distribution for restaurants and luxury retail stores for the past three years. Originally from Phoenix, Arizona, McKenna is a Certified Specialist of Wine (2021), Certified Sommelier (2022), and Italian Wine Ambassador (2023). She loves country swing dancing, hosting brunch parties, and sipping Italian wine. Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mckennacassidy/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mckenna-cassidy-cs-csw-66baa412b/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mckennacassidy _______________________________ 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 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mammajumboshrimp If you feel like helping us, donate here: https://www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin!
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    31 mins
  • Ep. 2644 Daniel Mwangi interviews Arber Shabani of Ridolfi winery in Montalcino, Tuscany | Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner

    Ep. 2644 Daniel Mwangi interviews Arber Shabani of Ridolfi winery in Montalcino, Tuscany | Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner
    Mar 26 2026
    Welcome to Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2644 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Daniel Mwangi interviews Arber Shabani of Ridolfi Winery, exploring the winery’s approach to winemaking, terroir, and the unique character of Brunello di Montalcino in Montalcino, Tuscany. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast. Key Learning Objectives: Terroir, vineyards, and tradition in Montalcino – Understand the vineyard management, and appellation regulations in shaping the identity of wines from Montalcino. Winemaking techniques, aging, and vintages – Explore the production methods, aging practices, and vintage variation that influence the style and quality of wines at Ridolfi. Global market perspective and producer insights – Gain insights into the international market for Brunello di Montalcino. More about today’s host: Daniel Mwangi is a sommelier and food & beverage expert from Kenya. He has served as a sommelier with Silversea / Celebrity Cruises, curating fine wine experiences for a global clientele, and has worked in the Armani, Marriott and Intercontinental hotels in Dubai. Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danthesomm LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-mwangi-b96b1495/ More about today’s guest: Ridolfi Winery is a historic estate in Montalcino, producing renowned Brunello di Montalcino and Rosso di Montalcino wines. The estate combines traditional winemaking techniques with sustainable viticulture, maintaining vineyards on the northeastern slopes of Montalcino at around 300 m above sea level. Ridolfi is recognized for its meticulous vineyard management, organic principles, and focus on expressing the unique terroir of the region. Arber Shabani serves as Sales and Marketing Manager, overseeing the winery’s domestic and international commercial operations. Connect: Website: https://www.ridolfimontalcino.it/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridolfimontalcino/ _______________________________ 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 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mammajumboshrimp 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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    42 mins
  • Ep. 2643 Ep. 8: La Via Romea Germanica, alle origini dei vigneti d’Europa | Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Attilio Scienza

    Ep. 2643 Ep. 8: La Via Romea Germanica, alle origini dei vigneti d’Europa | Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Attilio Scienza
    Mar 25 2026
    Welcome to Episode 2643 of the Italian Wine Podcast and the second episode of Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Professore Attilio Scienza! This series is recorded in Italian. Episode 8: La Via Romea Germanica, alle origini dei vigneti d'Europa. 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: 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. 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/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mammajumboshrimp _______________________________ 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 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mammajumboshrimp If you feel like helping us, donate here: https://www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin! Share your love for our lovely Professor if you are a true Italian Wine Geek 🙂
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    23 mins
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