To download the transcript click HERE This episode I am joined by the Global Export Director of Villa Sandi, Flavio Geretto. Villa Sandi is one of the most important producers of the Prosecco region with an extensive history. You will learn all about them and then we will be talking about the different regions of Prosecco and specifically looking at the differences of Asolo DOCG and Valdobbiadene DOCG. You will also learn why the Cartizze Hill is considered a Grand Cru site. I will touch on the ...
Apr 26, 2021•57 min•Ep. 63
Don't forget you can download the transcript HERE if you want to read as we go along! This episode is all about rosé wine. We will touch on its history, then talk about the different styles, the different ways to make rosé, some great food pairings, the regions and the grapes. My winery of the week is Chateau Musar who are certainly a winery you need to know about, but one I chose as many people don't realize they make 2 different rosé wines. Their Musar Jeune Rose 2019 is £13.50 from The Sourci...
Apr 12, 2021•27 min•Ep. 62
To download the transcript click HERE This episode I am joined by the energetic and talented TV presenter and drinks writer Aidy Smith. You will find out why Californian wine has a special place in his heart, and I could have titled this episode "Every region, but Napa!" But we do tend to focus mostly on the slightly lesser known Central Coast. Plus Aidy does a great job mentioning many great value wines sub £15. We also touch on his work bringing the world: "life hacks for a calmer 2021", and h...
Mar 29, 2021•53 min•Ep. 61
Click HERE if you want to download the transcript. This episode I am talking with Jenni Middlehurst who is studying winemaking at Plumpton College in England. For this reason, we are both drinking English wines, and we talk about winemaking projects, decisions you need to make as a winemaker, increasing your senses to be able to smell and taste better, and innovation in the wine industry. If you want to skip ahead: 2.06: Talking about Fermentation and the many different options a winemaker can m...
Mar 15, 2021•59 min•Ep. 60
Greek names are tricky so if you need some help, download the transcript HERE This episode I am joined by a top Greek Sommelier who is working in London. He decided to stay anonymous as he is launching his own projects and wants to keep them all about the wine, and not who he is. You can check them out https://thevinonaut.com/ and on You Tube: VinoRepublic We are of course, talking all things Greece wine. (I apologize for the bad audio during our conversation: Sadly the microphone had a mid-life...
Mar 01, 2021•48 min•Ep. 59
If you are after the TRANSCRIPT click HERE In this episode I wanted to share with you my experience of Bulgarian wines. I attended a Virtual Zoom tasting hosted by Bulgarian Sommelier Zareh Mesrobyan (Winner of 2018 Gaggenau Sommelier Competition) and was inspired by the quality, the prices, and the interesting indigenous varieties this country has to offer. So this episode you will learn about the history and its geography along with the 4 wines that I got to taste. If you want to skip ahead: 2...
Feb 15, 2021•28 min•Ep. 58
To download the transcript click HERE In this episode I am joined by Chef turned Sommelier and Founder of Bubbledogs and Two Michelin Star restaurant Kitchen Table Sandia Chang. In Bubbledogs they have a 100% Grower Champagne list and this is Sandia's specialty. We will be going into detail as to what is Grower Champagne, and touching on some excellent producers. Discussing the winemaking techniques and the terroir that is so special alongside what wine glasses to use, should you decant Champagn...
Feb 01, 2021•54 min•Ep. 57
For the TRANSCRIPT click here This episode I am joined by the incredibly knowledgable Certified Sommelier Amanda McCrossin who has become a real authority on Napa Valley. After many years working at Press Restaurant (The world's largest Napa Valley wine list) and visiting a different Napa Valley winery each day, she now shares her passions through her Youtube channel and Instagram SommVivant. She's also the co-host of the podcast Wine Access Unfiltered. You've guessed it, we are talking all thin...
Jan 18, 2021•56 min•Ep. 56
To download the transcript CLICK HERE In this episode, I am joined by Oliver Lea, one of the founders of luxury premium Bag in Box start-up BIB Wine Co. You will learn why Bag in Box is the most sustainable wine option out there, all about their range and what type of wines you will find. What it is like working with a Master of Wine and how they approach tastings and advice that Oliver has gained from him. We talk about the differences of the Malbec grape grown in France V Argentina. How changi...
Jan 04, 2021•51 min•Ep. 55
To download the transcript click HERE This is one of my Q&A Episodes and I was asked by Eden Spivak what wines she should pair with chocolate. So, this episode looks at still red and white wines with a real focus on dessert wine. During the episode I taste 4 different dessert wines, talking about their production methods, what they taste like and what chocolates paired best with them. If you want to skip ahead: 2.56s – What chocolate is, and its health benefits 4.08s – Pairing Red wine with ...
Dec 21, 2020•32 min•Ep. 54
DOWNLOAD TRANSCRIPT HERE This episode was really fun for me as I am chatting with MY WINEMAKER Alejandro Galaz and we are talking about one of the most extreme winemaking projects in the world. Wine from THE ATACAMA DESERT. You will learn about what makes Chile special as a winemaking country and I will also be giving some suggestions for Christmas gifts for a loved one, or just for you! :) If you want to skip ahead: 0.30s - Learn about Chile as a winemaking country and what makes it unique. 5.4...
Dec 07, 2020•50 min•Ep. 53
To download the transcript click HERE . In this episode, there will be a slight Austrian wine focus, so you will learn about 3 of the main grape varieties. I am joined by Austrian Master Sommelier Stefan Neumann. He has worked in some incredible Michelin Star Restaurants in his time, and he takes us on a journey of these, including some of his favourite dishes, his disaster stories, and a little celebrity tale. He explains what is necessary to take a Master Sommelier exam and his experience. The...
Nov 23, 2020•53 min•Ep. 52
You can download the transcript HERE In this episode, I am joined by the incredibly talented winemaker Paul Pujol who makes the wines of Prophet's Rock in Central Otago. This episode you will not only learn about the wine region of Central Otago but also Paul's journey chasing harvests around the world including time at Kuentz Bas, Alsace and Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé, Burgundy. Alsace certainly had the biggest influence on him, so there is quite a big focus on this region. Learn from a coo...
Nov 09, 2020•49 min•Ep. 51
To download the TRANSCRIPT click HERE This is one of my Q&A episode where I am answering some of your questions. @karl_gin_son_wine asked about some wine book recommendations and @lunarmail wanted to know my thoughts on the future of English Wine. I have finally set up my Patreon account when you can find exclusive content JUST FOR YOU if you sign up - so go and check it out at www.patreon.com/EatSleepWineRepeat Your support means the world to me If you want to skip ahead: 2m57: My Winery of...
Oct 26, 2020•31 min•Ep. 50
DOWNLOAD TRANSCRIPT HERE This episode I am joined by Greta Megroff who is (or you will soon find out WAS) the Brand Ambassador for Ramón Bilbao. In our conversations, we talk about the wines from Rioja and also their wines from Rueda. You will also learn about the Albariño which is part of the same company. We talk Rioja vintages, altitudes, regions, the mountains, the history of Ramón Bilbao and the Spanish Wine Academy. You'll also find out where the red light district used to be and we taste ...
Oct 12, 2020•50 min•Ep. 49
This episode I am joined by Tim Jackson MW (my first Master of Wine on the podcast). He talks to us about his experiences whilst taking the exams to be a Master of Wine and we just scratch the surface of Fortified wines. THE TRANSCRIPT IS AVAILABLE HERE As always, if you want to skip ahead: 0m58 - Winery of the Week: Seppeltsfield Winery, Barossa Valley Wine tasted: Para Grand Tawny (min age 10 years) 5m05 - What is a Solera System 7m09 - Chat with Tim Jackson MW: Discuss his winebook.co.uk The ...
Sep 28, 2020•50 min•Ep. 48
This episode is all about the wines coming from the stunning Island of Sardinia. I am joined by Franceso Fantinel, Restaurant Manager and Sommelier at Harrys London whose mother is Sardinian and has spent most years of his life visiting Sardinia. He shares his experiences of the island, including places to visit, the beaches, a few interesting food pairings, and of course his favourite wines from this island. If you want to skip ahead: 1m47 - Winery of the week: Unmaredivino The wine tasted: Ter...
Sep 14, 2020•47 min•Ep. 47
This week I am joined by the lovely Jo Wehring of Wines of South Africa. She will be telling us all about the effects of the local wine ban, and inspiring us on some tourist routes when we can get back to travelling again. There’s a nice focus on the wines of Swartland and on Pinotage. If you want to skip ahead: 1m35 - My Winery of the week: A.A.Badenhorst 6m31 - History of South African wines 8m56 - Focus on Swartland 16m04 - Chat with Jo Wehring 44m52 - Focus on Pinotage If you have comments o...
Aug 25, 2020•51 min•Ep. 46
This is another of my Q&A episodes. Thank you to Akhila Patel and Liam Sallow for your questions. If you have a wine question, just email me on janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk and it may get featured in one of these episodes :) This week's episode is all about Natural wine (Natty wine, if you want to feel inside the movement). If you want to skip ahead, see below: 1m15 - My winery of the week: Marcel Lapierre (Mentioned: Jules Chauvet, Climats, Lieu-dit, Côte du Py) 5m48 - Focus on Beaujolai...
Aug 17, 2020•35 min•Ep. 45
This week's episode is all about the Wines of Brazil. I am joined by the lovely Carola de la Fuente who is the Brand Ambassador for Miolo winery in UK and Europe. We will be talking about all 6 of the wine regions in Brazil: Vale do São Francisco, Planalto Catarinese and then the 4 inside the state Rio Grande do Sul: Campos de Cima da Serra, Serra Gaucha, Serra do Sudeste and Campanha. If you want to skip ahead: 1m37 - Touching on the volume of wines in Brazil and my question to you 2m18 - The h...
Aug 10, 2020•47 min•Ep. 44
This episode is all about the beautiful wines from Provence, specifically Rosé. We have a great guest Lauren Holman who is the Export Manager and Brand Ambassador for Château Léoube. She will take us on a very romantic journey of visiting Provence and if you haven't already fallen in love with this wine region and the wines they make, you will after this. If you want to jump ahead: 1m22s – History and location of Provence 3m10s – Chat with Lauren Holman from Château Léoube: 7m18s – Get to know t...
Aug 03, 2020•49 min•Ep. 43
This episode is all about Cava and the other sparkling wines that come from the Penedès region in Spain. I am joined by the Sud de France Sommelier of the Year 2019, so you can find out what it is like to take part in a Sommelier competition. He is from Catalonia so has a vast knowledge of the Cava wines, which he shares with us. If you want to skip ahead: 1m55 - My winery of the week: Llopart - a Corpinnat winery. I am tasting the Original 1887 Brut nature 8m08 - The history of Cava, with a tim...
Jul 27, 2020•46 min•Ep. 42
This episode is answering specifically a question asked by one of my listeners: What are good wines to buy for a wedding? The wine suggestions I mention are great for any event if you are trying to stick to a budget but certainly do not have to be for just group gathering but information you can apply to your next trip down to the wine shop. I am focusing on Crémant (A traditional method style of sparkling wine) and also a white wine called Picpoul de Pinet. If you want to jump ahead to any part...
Jul 20, 2020•28 min•Ep. 41
This episode is breaking down what Organic wines are compared to Biodynamic wines alongside what a Sustainable wine encompasses. I am talking with the fantastic Mike Turner, founder of online wine shop Feel Good Grapes where the whole ethos is to be as eco as possible. I will also be breaking down some of the production methods for some lesser know sparkling wines: Moscato d'asti and Petillant Natural. Grab a glass, and enjoy! If you want to skip ahead to any parts: 1m11: Winery of the Week - An...
Jul 13, 2020•48 min•Ep. 40
After our last very educational episode on Wines of Argentina, this episode is a slightly more lighthearted take on the world of wine. I am chatting with Dutch Sommelier India who has been taking the social media world by storm with her very entertaining and quite racy videos and posts on Instagram. After some fun discussions on her love of wine baths with grapes we dig a little deeper into the world of Dutch wine. We also talk about Amsterdam in general, so this can act as a little travel guide...
Jul 06, 2020•41 min•Ep. 39
This is the 1st episode of Season 3, and 'tis the season for many changes. We have lost co-host Jon so you are all stuck with good ol' me, Janina. This episode is all about The Wines of Argentina and we have an incredibly knowledgable guest, Phil Crozier, taking us a little bit deeper into the world of Malbec, of Mendoza and of other exciting regions you may not have heard about. Phil Crozier is the European Brand Ambassador for Wines of Argentina and was instrumental to the growth and visibilit...
Jun 29, 2020•41 min•Ep. 38
This episode is the last of 2019!!! As we sum up the year we focus on South Africa, and specifically Franschoek which is a region much less famous than Stellenbosch but equally as exciting. Learn about the grapes and specialities of this area and the climatic differences here and in other wine regions of South Africa. Jon was recently in South Africa so tells us a little about his experiences whilst out there: In the land of Fauna and Flora! And so much delicious wine. We are drinking Holden Man...
Dec 31, 2019•30 min•Ep. 37
We are talking with Csaba, Founder of Fine Wine To Me and Head of Events & Partnerships at Noble Green wines, Hampton Hill. Csaba is all about encouraging people away from the normal grape varieties and to try all the lesser-known varieties of the world. So we are talking Furmint from Hungry (dry and sweet) and how the puttonyos system has changed. Lots of talk on Sicilian grape varieties and regions, focusing on the Frappato grape and lastly the grape variety Bastardo, also known as Merenza...
Dec 19, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 36
We are joined by Josh Dunning, who is best known for his incredible in-depth posts on Instagram. You can check out the amazing wine he drinks at @wordonthegrapevine Today’s episode is all about the Nebbiolo grape. We discuss all the different regions you can find Nebbiolo but focus more on Barbaresco and specifically The King of the Region: Barolo. We discuss the differences between Barolo and Barbaresco, focusing on flavours and ageing requirements. Learn all about the different soils, villages...
Dec 04, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 35
This episode we have Christian Manthei, originally from Arizona and now happily situated in London working for the incredible Wine Treasury who specialise in California wines. The theme is all about Napa Valley. Learn about the different climates within the region, the soil complexity and parts of it’s history, including lots of the big names such as Robert Mondavi and their influences. Learn about the significance of the 1997 vintage along with The Judgement of Paris. We talk about Fume Blanc i...
Oct 28, 2019•1 hr 5 min
