Italian Wine Podcast

Welcome to episode 2618 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 232 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc is in conversation with Alessandro Cellai of Domini Castellare di Castellina in the heart of Chianti Classico. They explore the estate’s history and philosophy, from the legacy of mezzadria to pioneering work with Attilio Scienza on Sangiovese clone selection, long before the Chianti 2000 project. The conversation also covers organic vineyard practices, the key soils shaping Sangiovese’s expression, lessons from Giacomo Tachis, signature wines, Malvasia Nera as Sangiovese’s partner, and the gastronomy and hospitality that define the Castellare vision.

More about today’s guest:

Founded in the 1970s, Castellare di Castellina was created with the goal of producing high-quality, terroir-driven Chianti Classico rooted in Tuscan tradition. The estate spans about 80 hectares, with 33 hectares of vineyards farmed according to organic principles at around 370 meters above sea level. Known for low yields, careful clone selection, and a strong commitment to biodiversity, symbolized by the rare birds featured on each label, the winery focuses on expressing pure Sangiovese and the distinctive soils of Chianti Classico.

Alessandro Cellai is the head winemaker, general manager and  managing director of Castellare di Castellina. He studied oenology at the Istituto Tecnico of Siena and chemistry at the University of Florence. Considered one of the most authoritative voices in the world wine scene, he is known for his philosophy based on technique, passion and innovation.

Connect:

Website: https://www.castellare.it/en/ 

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

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/domini-castellare-di-castellina/ 

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 

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!

Welcome to Episode 2617 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Juliana Colangelo is in conversation with the wine sales and brand development leader, Kevin Di Lucente, focusing on small regional markets in the Northeast US. Together, they discuss promising cities and areas, the advantages these markets offer compared to major metro areas, price “sweet spots”, and the common mistakes brands make when entering these markets.

Key Takeaways:

Why smaller Northeast markets offer strong growth potential.

How to adapt portfolio, pricing, and positioning for regional markets.

What to understand about distribution, depletion, and velocity outside major metro areas.

More about the guest: 

Kevin Di Lucente is an experienced leader in wine sales and brand development, with over 16 years of experience growing premium portfolios. He is an ambassador for the Vinitaly International Academy and a specialist in Italian wines. Kevin has focused much of his career on expanding distribution for family-owned producers in smaller communities across New York State. Outside of wine, Kevin is a musician, improv comedian, and proud cat dad.

Connect: 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-di-lucente-a830712a/ 

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

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5PVU6Atuoj0pwejKUlFYjt 

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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Welcome to #openbarstevie and Episode 2617 of the Italian Wine Podcast. 

It’s a casual video podcast filmed in the office, where wine people drop by, open a bottle or two, and hang out with moi! 😝Sometimes they come alone, often in pairs or small groups. The conversation flows naturally and is not limited to wine. It touches on family, friendships, work, failures, successes, current events, and above all the Italian way of living.

This is not an interview series in the traditional sense. It is closer to friends meeting at aperitivo time. Wine is the excuse, NOT the subject. The focus is on lived experience. What it really means to live and work in Italy today. The beauty, the contradictions, the chaos, the privilege, and the everyday rituals that define Italian lifestyle.

💡 Format:

30 to 45 minutes

Filmed in the office with a relaxed, low-production setup

1 to 3 guests per episode

Guests can be producers, communicators, importers, educators, creatives, or friends of the wine world. Any recommendations for potential guests⁉️

Today’s guests are Sabrina Tedeschi and Luca Nicolis from Antica Bottega del Vino.

More about today’s guest:

Antica Bottega del Vino is one of the oldest and most historical osteria in Verona. Founded in 1890 it is one of the most renowned restaurants in Verona, especially for its legendary wine list. With more than 1500 labels and 40.000 bottles it offers something for every taste and budget..

Connect:

Website: https://bottegavini.it/ 

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

More about the host:

Stevie Kim is an Italian wine marketing & communication expert, bandpositioning 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/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevie-kim-0646b04/ 

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mammajumboshrimp 

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Welcome to episode 2615 of the Italian Wine Podcast from wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum 2025: The end of an era: what the collapse of traditional wine media means for communicators - and the industry.

Speaker: Robert Joseph

With traditional critics losing ground to influencers and peer reviews, Joseph examines what this shift means for brand visibility and consumer trust in today's fragmented media landscape.

The Italian Wine Podcast is proud to be a media partner of wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum and is pleased to present this series of conversations from Vinitaly.USA in Chicago. wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum is an international wine business event, held annually since 2014. This year the Forum was held alongside Vinitaly.USA in Chicago, taking it outside of Verona for the first time.

Full details about this and all other wine2wine Vinitaly Business Forum sessions available online at: https://www.vinitaly.com/en/forum/wine2wine-vinitaly-business-forum/programme/.     

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Welcome to Clubhouse Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2614 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Mauricio de Chiaro IWA interviews Christian Carlevero of Marchesi Alfieri winery in Piedmont. The conversation focuses on the Terre Alfieri DOCG, its history, terroir, wines, and the winery’s exciting new project recently introduced at Grandi Langhe.

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

Key Learning Objectives:

History of Marchesi Alfieri and their ties to Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour.

Location, terroir, and wines made at the estate.

An overview of their new project presented at Grandi Langhe.

More about today’s host: 

Mauricio de Chiaro, Italian Wine Ambassador based in Brazil and Piemonte, has visited more than 150 wineries across Italy and actively promotes Italian wines to Brazilian audiences worldwide, with a strong focus on lesser-known native grape varieties. With a 30+ year career in finance, he brings solid business expertise to the Italian wine industry.

Mauricio is the founder of The Wine Partners, a buyers’ club connecting small, family-owned producers with engaged, hands-on wine lovers. The platform allows members to buy directly from producers and participate in unique winemaking experiences. The Wine Partners has chapters in Miami, Orlando, New York, Lisbon, and São Paulo.

Connect:

Website: http://www.thewinepartners.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauriciodechiaro/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.wine.partners/ 

More about today’s guest:  

Marchesi Alfieri is one of the historic wine estates of Piedmont, deeply tied to the region’s culture, history, and influential families. The winery’s roots date back centuries and are linked to the legacy of Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour, an important figure in Italian unification. Located in the heart of the Terre Alfieri DOCG, Marchesi Alfieri produces a range of terroir-driven wines that express the diversity and elegance of this distinguished wine region.

Christian Carlevero is a winemaker who has been with the historic Marchesi Alfieri winery in Piedmont since 2007. Working alongside Mario Olivero, he is a talented young oenologist involved in producing the estate's high-quality wines and, as of late 2025/early 2026, leading new projects like their Timorasso Derthona. 

Connect:

Website: https://www.marchesialfieri.it/en/ 

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

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-carlevero-8344a223 

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