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Interpreting Wine Podcast

by Lawrence Francis' Interpreting Wine podcast

The place to learn from thought leaders in the world of wine and marketing. -Learn more about how I help wine brands to market themselves better online at www.interpretingwine.com/brochure

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  1. Ep 613: Marc Vachet and Mark Robbins, Saint Mont Ampelographic Days

    In today's episode we will explore the wider impact of the Ampelographic Days in the company of Marc Vachet, Plaimont's Former Export Director and Brit Mark Robbins, Area Sales Director for Northern Europe. This episode covers: (00:00:08) Intro (00:01:26) Reflections on our experiences and field...

  2. Ep 612: Barbara Melck, Reyneke, Wines of South Africa Tasting Series, 4/4

    We close out the Wines of South Africa Tasting series today in the company of Barbara Melck, Reyneke (00:00:08) Intro (00:01:08) Barbara Melck Origin Story and Journey to Reyneke (00:06:52) Reyneke Cornerstone Story (00:14:49) Polkadraai Hills intro and Wine Tasting - Estate Range Sauvignon Blanc...

  3. Ep 611: Kiara Farmer, Hazendal Wine Estate, Wines of South Africa Tasting Series, 3/4

    We continue the Wines of South Africa Tasting series today in the company of Kiara Farmer, Hazendal Wine Estate (00:00:08) Intro (00:01:05) Kiara Farmer Origin Story and Hazendal culture (00:08:30) Wine Tasting - Estate Collection White Blend (00:12:20) Unique Stories and Looking ahead to 2027…

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  4. Ep 610: Ryan Puttick, Franschhoek Cellar and Old Road Wine Company, Wines of South Africa Tasting Series, 2/4

    We continue the Wines of South Africa Tasting series today in the company of Ryan Puttick, Franschhoek Cellar and Old Road Wine Company (00:00:08) Intro (00:01:08) Ryan Puttick Origin Story, Franschhoek Cellar and Old Road Wine Company intro (00:06:30) Wine Tasting - Grand-Mere Semillon 2024 and...

  5. Ep 609: Johan Jordaan, Spier Wine Farm, Wines of South Africa Tasting Series, 1/4

    We kick off the Wines of South Africa Tasting series today in the company of Johan Jordaan, Spier Wine Farm (00:00:08) Intro (00:01:05) Johan Jordaan Origin Story and Stellenbosch culture (00:06:08) Wine Tasting - 21 Gables Chenin Blanc 2024 and Vineyard tour (00:14:30) Looking ahead - Telling...

  6. Ep 608: Krisztián Farkas, Bodrog Bormuhely, The Jolly Merchants Portfolio Tasting Series, 3/3

    We close out the The Jolly Merchants Portfolio Tasting series today in the company of Krisztián Farkas, Bodrog Bormuhely, Hungary (00:00:08) Intro (00:01:10) Krisztián Farkas Origin Story (00:04:50) Wine Tasting - Tokaj Lapis Single Vineyard 2022 (00:08:56) Future Events - Furmint February 2027…

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  7. Ep 607: Petar Georgiev, Georgiev/Milkov, The Jolly Merchants Portfolio Tasting Series, 2/3

    We continue the The Jolly Merchants Portfolio Tasting series today in the company of Petar Georgiev, Georgiev/Milkov (00:00:08) Intro (00:01:10) Georgiev/Milkov Origin Story and the project in context (00:06:16) Wine Tasting - Groovy Mavrud 2025 (00:09:04) Future Events - in Bulgaria and...

  8. Ep 606: Aphrodite Tousia Becker, Kontozisis Vineyards, Jolly Merchants Portfolio Tasting Series, 1/3

    We kick things off the Jolly Merchants Portfolio Tasting Series in the company of Aphrodite Tousia Becker, Kontozisis Vineyards (00:00:08) Intro (00:01:10) Kontozisis Vineyards Origin Story (00:05:56) Wine Tasting - Sun Limniona 2024 (00:10:05) Future Events - Wine region or PR agency with an…

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  9. Ep 605: David Gleave MW, Chairman of Liberty Wines, Barolo and Barbaresco

    Today's conversation features David Gleave MW, Chairman of Liberty Wines and comes in the wake of the recent release of his book Barolo & Barbaresco The Primacy of the Vine. (00:00:08) Intro (00:02:03) The Power of Stories (00:13:19) David's process of writing the book (00:21:30) Updated...

  10. Ep 604: James Gulliver-Cameron, Hammonds of Knutsford, Market Pulse UK, Part 6/6

    Today's conversation features James Gulliver-Cameron, Hammonds of Knutsford. There are some great takeaways from this episode and I'll be giving my top 3 after the interview. Enjoy! If you know someone who would enjoy this episode please share the direct link: www.interpretingwine.com/listen If…

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  11. Ep 603: Tom Grater, Crystal Palace Wine Club, Market Pulse UK, Part 5/6

    If you know someone who would enjoy this episode please share the direct link: www.interpretingwine.com/603 If you really enjoyed it please leave the episode an iTunes review on the same link. Thanks! 👌👌 Intro and outro music The New Investors http://newinvestors.dk/ Contact: [email protected]...

  12. Ep 602: Jiachen Lu, CORD by Le Cordon Bleu, Market Pulse UK, Part 4/6

    Register for the Market Pulse UK report at http://interpretingwine.com/mpukreport If you know someone who would enjoy this episode please share the direct link: www.interpretingwine.com/602 If you really enjoyed it please leave the episode an iTunes review on the same link. Thanks! 👌👌 Intro and...

  13. Ep 601: David Lapsey, Ostair Consultancy, Market Pulse UK (Feb 2026), Part 3/6

    Register for the Market Pulse UK report at http://interpretingwine.com/mpukreport If you know someone who would enjoy this episode please share the direct link: www.interpretingwine.com/601 If you really enjoyed it please leave the episode an iTunes review on the same link. Thanks! 👌👌 Intro and...

  14. Ep 600: Ben Easey, Parade Wines, Market Pulse UK (Feb 2026), Part 2/6

    Register for the Market Pulse UK report at http://interpretingwine.com/mpukreport If you know someone who would enjoy this episode please share the direct link: www.interpretingwine.com/600 If you really enjoyed it please leave the episode an iTunes review on the same link. Thanks! 👌👌 Intro and...

  15. Ep 599: Bert Blaize, North Norfolk Cellars, Market Pulse UK (Feb 2026), Part 1/6

    Register for the Market Pulse UK report at http://interpretingwine.com/mpukreport If you know someone who would enjoy this episode please share the direct link: www.interpretingwine.com/599 If you really enjoyed it please leave the episode an iTunes review on the same link. Thanks! 👌👌 Intro and...

  16. Ep 598: Melissa Aellen, Linganore Winecellars, Winery Fingerprint Series, Part 6

    If you work at a winery, a producer group or region, register for book updates and be the first to hear about live events at www.interpretingwine.com/wf2026 Today's conversation features Melissa Aellen, Linganore Winecellars. Melissa is my first ever guest from Maryland, a US state with over 80...

  17. Ep 597: Theresa Breuer, Weingut Georg Breuer, Winery Fingerprint Series, Part 5

    If you work at a winery, a producer group or region, register for book updates and be the first to hear about live events at www.interpretingwine.com/wf2026 Today's conversation features Theresa Breuer, Weingut Georg Breuer in Rheingau, Germany. I visited the winery in July 2024 at the invitation...

  18. Ep 596: Joe Wiens, Lost Ranch Winery, Winery Fingerprint Series, Part 4

    If you work at a winery, a producer group or region, register for book updates and be the first to hear about live events at www.interpretingwine.com/wf2026 Today's conversation features Joe Wiens of Lost Ranch Winery. He provides the ultimate test of the Winery Fingerprint. Having recently...

  19. Ep 595: Joe Wiens, Wiens Cellars, Winery Fingerprint Series, 3/26

    If you work at a winery, a producer group or region, register for book updates and be the first to hear about live events at www.interpretingwine.com/wf2026 Today's conversation features Joe Wiens, Wiens Cellars. Joe features twice in this series for two different projects, both in Temecula,...

  20. Ep 594: Steven Thompson, Analemma Wines, Winery Fingerprint Series, 2/26

    Today's conversation features Steven Thompson of Analemma Wines in Mosier on the Oregon side of the Columbia Gorge. Hearing his origin story we get a sense of both his deeper motivations and twists and turns on the way. But as you will hear, I believe to break through the noise more effectively...

  21. Ep 593: Savannah Mills, Winemaker at Brick House Vineyards, Winery Fingerprint Series

    If you work at a winery, a producer group or region, register for book updates and be the first to hear about live events at www.interpretingwine.com/wf2026 Brick House should be a familiar name, not just because of their stellar wines, but because Brick House founder Doug Tunnell is a two-time...

  22. Ep 592: Maryam Ahmed, Maryam + Company, Mosaic of Wine Series 2

    We close out the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Maryam Ahmed, Maryam + Company The Mosaic of Wine intro Maryam Ahmed Origin Story - Hospitality focus, Creating a wine brand Culture - Storytelling development and allowing consumers to participate in the story Expertise x Challenge -...

  23. Ep 591: Raimonds Tomsons, Mosaic of Wine Series 2

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Raimonds Tomsons The Mosaic of Wine intro Raimonds Tomsons Origin Story - Soviet Union Culture - Baltics success in sommelier competitions Expertise - WSET Diploma studies, Training sessions Challenge - Input needed to acquire wine...

  24. Ep 590: Amelia Jukes, Mosaic of Wine Series 2

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Amelia Jukes Amelia Jukes Origin Story - Discovering wine and a love for Australia, Hallowed Ground Culture - Events to successfully bridge the gap to Australia Expertise - Standing out in the crowded London event scene, Challenge -...

  25. Ep 589: Giles Cooke MW, Thistledown Wines, Mosaic of Wine Series 2

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Giles Cooke MW, Thistledown Wines The Mosaic of Wine intro Giles Cooke MW Origin Story - High-level overview, WSET Diploma scholarships, Influence of Spain and Australia Culture - Past marketing messages from Australia, Dwindling…

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  26. Ep 588: Matt Deller, CEO, Wirra Wirra and Ashton Hills, Mosaic of Wine Series 2

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Matt Deller, CEO, Wirra Wirra and Ashton Hills Matt Deller Origin Story and Culture - Early mentors, Commercialisation focus in New Zealand, US and Australia Expertise - Wirra Wirra deep dive, Customer segmentation and End need states,...

  27. Ep 587: Rachel Clawson, Barrel Room Media, Mosaic of Wine Series 2

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Rachel Clawson, Barrel Room Media (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:26) Rachel Clawson Origin Story - Transition from Finance to Wine Industry, Barrel Room Media, (00:06:05) Culture and Expertise- Athletics and Fitness...

  28. Ep 586: Jasper Morris, Master of Wine, Mosaic of Wine Series 2

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Jasper Morris, Master of Wine (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:30) Jasper Morris Origin Story - Reading Modern History, Starting in business with Tony Verdin, Becky Wasserman (00:07:40) Culture - Generational and cultural...

  29. Ep 585: Mikk Parre, Bombay Club, Mosaic of Wine Series 2

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Mikk Parre, Bombay Club (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:25) Mikk Parre Origin Story - First ASI bootcamp, First mentor - Jana Zaštšerinski, Best Sommelier of Europe, Middle East, Africa (00:010:30) Culture - Estonian…

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  30. Ep 584: Christina Pickard, Wine Enthusiast, Mosaic of Wine Series 2

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Christina Pickard, Wine Enthusiast (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:02:45) Christina Pickard Origin Story, From Acting to Day-job at Vinopolis, Terroirs and Natural wine as a path into wine, Conscious drinking vs Marketing…

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  31. Ep 583: Anne McHale, Master of Wine, Mosaic of Wine Series 2

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Anne McHale, Master of Wine (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:30) Anne McHale Origin Story - Early experiences in wine, (00:08:30) Culture - Influences from first roles, Berry Brothers and Rudd (00:24:00) Expertise - Master of...

  32. Ep 582: Liz Mercer, Partner, WISE, Mosaic of Wine Series 2

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Liz Mercer, Partner, WISE (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:30) Liz Mercer Origin Story and Challenge - Leaving Napa Valley (00:20:04) Culture - Napa Valley wine culture, Enotourism Changes over time, The Platinum Rule...

  33. Ep 581: Kelsey Glasser, Owner @ Arden, PDX, Mosaic of Wine Series 2

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Kelsey Glasser, Owner @ Arden, Portland, a Wine Enthusiast top 50 rated wine restaurant. (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:30) Kelsey Glasser Origin Story - Los Angeles to Portland, Showmanship and Storytelling in wine service...

  34. Ep 580: Justin Howard-Sneyd, Master of Wine, Mosaic of Wine Series 2

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Justin Howard-Sneyd, Master of Wine (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:50) Justin Howard-Sneyd Origin Story - International Wine Challenge, Fulham Road Wine Centre, Flying Winemaker, Chapel Down, Supermarket Buying…

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  35. Ep 579: Dirceu Vianna Junior, Master of Wine, Mosaic of Wine Series 2

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Dirceu Vianna Junior, Master of Wine (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:16) Dirceu Vianna Junior Origin Story - From Brazil to the UK, First exposure to wine, Master of Wine Journey and Continuing Professional Development...

  36. Ep 578: Krister Bengtsson, Star Wine List Founder, Mosaic of Wine Series 2

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Krister Bengtsson, Star Wine List Founder. Star Wine List hosted their UK awards event on Monday 3 May. I'll let you know how to discover of all this year's winners at the end of the episode. (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro...

  37. Ep 577: Stefan Neumann MS, Mosaic of Wine Series 2

    The Mosaic of Wine intro Origin Story - Hospitality School and Sommelier Exam, Epiphany Riesling, Family Support Culture - Master Sommelier Journey, Support Network, Austrian Culture and Wine Production Expertise - Consultancy, On-trade and Off-trade Experience, Client Trends Challenge…

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  38. Ep 576: Olivier Bourdet-Pees, Plaimont Oenologist and MD , Plaimont Series, 1/2

    *Access the Plaimont Cellar Soundbites at www.interpretingwine.com/cspl We kick things off today in the company of Olivier Bourdet-Pees, Plaimont Oenologist and MD (00:00:08) Plaimont Six Wine Stories intro (00:02:23) Plaimont Origin Story (00:12:22) Plaimont Territory and Cultural Terroir:...

  39. Ep 575: Abby Rose, Regenerative Agriculture Entrepreneur, Mosaic of Wine Series, 12/12

    We close out the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Abby Rose, Regenerative Agriculture Entrepreneur (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:40) Abby Rose Origin Story - Farming in Chile, Three Regenerative Agriculture Entrepreneurial Pillars, The Magic of Soil and Will Davenport...

  40. Ep 574: Barbara Drew, Master of Wine, Mosaic of Wine Series, 11/12

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Barbara Drew, Master of Wine Explore how Interpreting Wine can help you tell your unique story and connect with new audiences: www.interpretingwine.com/2025prices (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:43) Barbara Drew Origin Story…

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  41. Ep 573: Milena Berman, Co-Founder of Hautes-Côtes, Mosaic of Wine Series, 10/12

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Milena Berman, Co-Founder of Hautes-Côtes Explore how Interpreting Wine can help you tell your unique story and connect with new audiences: www.interpretingwine.com/2025prices (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:57) Milena…

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  42. Ep 572: Andreas Wickhoff MW, General Manager for Weingut Bründlmayer, Mosaic of Wine Series, 9/12

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Andreas Wickhoff MW, General Manager for Weingut Bründlmayer Explore how Interpreting Wine can help you tell your unique story and connect with new audiences: www.interpretingwine.com/2025prices (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro...

  43. Ep 571: Bree Stock, Master of Wine, Mosaic of Wine Series, 8/12

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Bree Stock, Master of Wine Explore how Interpreting Wine can help you tell your unique story and connect with new audiences: www.interpretingwine.com/2025prices (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:54) Bree Stock Origin Story…

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  44. Ep 570: Julian Gore-Booth, IMW Executive Director, Mosaic of Wine Series, 7/12

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Julian Gore-Booth, IMW Executive Director Explore how Interpreting Wine can help you tell your unique story and connect with new audiences: www.interpretingwine.com/2025prices (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:30) Julian...

  45. Ep 569: Jenny Hemmer, Executive Director at GuildSomm, Mosaic of Wine Series, 6/12

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Jenny Hemmer, Executive Director at GuildSomm (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:51) Jenny Hemmer Origin Story - From Marketing Studies to joining the Gallo Sales Training Programme (00:13:54) Culture - Self-directed learning...

  46. Ep 568: Amber Gardner, Wine Consultant and Writer, Mosaic of Wine Series, 5/12

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Amber Gardner, Wine Consultant and Writer (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:51) Amber Gardner Origin Story - From her time at Enotria to getting "into the thick of it!" (00:07:20) Culture - Harvest in South Australia, Impact…

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  47. Ep 567: Peter Arijs, Education and Global Projects Manager at Rioja Wine, Mosaic of Wine Series, 4/12

    Explore how Interpreting Wine can help you tell your unique story and connect with new audiences: www.interpretingwine.com/2025prices We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Peter Arijs, Education and Global Projects Manager at Rioja Wine (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro...

  48. Ep 566: Sarah Jane Evans, Master of Wine, Mosaic of Wine Series, 3/12

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Sarah Jane Evans, Master of Wine (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:30) Sarah Jane Evans MW Origin Story - Early writing career deep dive (00:21:08) Culture - First Experience in Spain (00:28:25) Expertise - MW experience and...

  49. Ep 565: Richard Hemming MW, Head of Wine, Asia for 67 Pall Mall Singapore, Mosaic of Wine Series, 2/12

    We continue the Mosaic of Wine series today in the company of Richard Hemming MW Head of Wine, Asia for 67 Pall Mall Singapore (00:00:08) The Mosaic of Wine intro (00:01:45) Richard Hemming MW Origin Story - UK and Australia wine retail and writing for Jancis Robinson (00:17:30) Culture - MW...

  50. Ep 564: Malu Lambert, South African Critic and Writer, Mosaic of Wine Series, 1/12

    I'm Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Mosaic of Wine Series 1. Giving my audience of wine lovers, students and professionals from across the world, access to some of the most interesting, successful and influential people working in and around the world of wine....

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The place to learn from thought leaders in the world of wine and marketing. -Learn more about how I help wine brands to market themselves better online at www.interpretingwine.com/brochure

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