Join us on Wine Makers Show, the podcast that uncorks the world of wine! Hosted by Antoine, a passionate entrepreneur and wine enthusiast, this show dives deep into the stories, expertise, and journeys of the people who make wine extraordinary: winemakers, sommeliers, vintners, and industry trailblazers. What to Expect In-Depth Interviews: Hear from top figures in the wine world, from renowned vintners to unsung heroes, as they share their experiences, challenges, and secrets to success. Club Episodes: Explore specific wine topics, from production techniques to tasting tips, in focused, occasional deep dives. A Journey of Discovery: Whether you're a novice or a connoisseur, we break down the complexities of wine to make it accessible and engaging. Why Listen? Wine Makers Show is your gateway to understanding wine like never before. With a focus on storytelling and sharing, Antoine brings you closer to the heart of the wine industry, one conversation at a time. Expect authentic discussions, insider knowledge, and a celebration of the craft and culture of wine. Connect with Us Visit winemakersshow.com (https://winemakersshow.com/) to get in touch or suggest a guest. Email Antoine directly at winemakersshow@gmail.com. Follow the journey on Instagram: @winemakersshow Join the Academy (https://academy.winemakersshow.com) and learn everything about wine Tune in to Wine Makers Show and sip on the stories behind every bottle! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Ever wondered what it takes to turn Saint-Émilion's overlooked neighbours into a destination in their own right? This episode takes us to Château de Lussac, flagship estate of a Bordeaux group that's rebuilding itself château by château, and rethinking what a satellite appellation can be. We sit down with Anthony Appollot, general manager of Sarments Vignobles , a sixth-generation Saint-Émilion winemaker who spent years as an independent vineyard consultant before assembling the group's four estates in under a decade, to trace how it all came together and where he's taking it next. Anthony walks us through top-grafting Chenin Blanc onto decades-old Merlot vines, why he's pulling up a third of Lussac's vineyard to plant walnut trees and truffle oaks, and the disease-spotting drone he helped calibrate that kept the group's harvest intact during 2024's brutal mildew year. Expect an 80-year-old field blend planted after a killer frost, a secret Italian grape variety, and a very candid read on the Bordeaux crisis from someone who's still buying. Tune in! ▬▬ 🎁 GIFTS 🎁 ▬▬ 📚 The World Atlas of Wine , by Hugh Johnson and Jancis Robinson 🍷 Learn more about the estates: Sarments vignobles Château de Lussac Château de Saint-Pey Château Saint-Jean de Lavaud Château Vieux Maillet Château Cantereau 🤖 Disease-spotting drones: Chouette 🎁 Get your wine essentials on our shop : a curated selection of wine accessories, posters and much more 🗺️ Get the best French Wine Map : as information as decorative ▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Calculate the perfect number of bottles: https://www.theweddingwines.com/calculator Personnalize your wine label for your wedding: https://www.theweddingwines.com/label-maker Choosing wine for your wedding is the biggest wine purchase most people ever make (often hundreds of bottles) and almost nobody teaches you how to do it. In this video: the exact quantity formula, where to spend and where to save, the crowd-pleaser styles that work for 100+ guests, why your toast bubbles shouldn't be Champagne, the sale-or-return trick, corkage math, serving logistics that make cheap wine taste expensive (and expensive wine taste cheap), and how to make the wine actually mean something on the day. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 📚CHAPTERS 📚 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 00:00 Introduction 01:00 Rule 1: Do the math first 03:01 Rule 2: Buy for the crowd, not for you 04:17 Rule 3: Keep it simple 05:07 Rule 4: Spend early, save late 06:22 Rule 5: Don’t overspend on the toast 06:33 Rule 6: Kitchen and the calendar pick your style 08:21 Rule 7: Taste before ordering 09:30 Rule 8: 3 pieces of financial advice 11:20 Rule 9: Confirm the serving conditions 12:52 Rule 10: Add a meaning in the wine 13:56 Recap of the rules for your wedding wines 14:47 Conclusion ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. Follow us on our platforms: Website: https://winemakersshow.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winemakersshow/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1J50w14nMbVRCnKSsQ4hEP Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@winemakersshow?sub_confirmation=1 ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Ever wondered what it actually takes to sell a single bottle for over a million pounds? This episode takes us inside Christie's, the auction house that has been selling wine since 1766 , with someone who stands at the rostrum himself. We sit down with Tim Triptree MW, International Director of Wine & Spirits at Christie's , in Macau, where he's judging the Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards , to trace his path from investment banking to the world's oldest auction house, and to unpack exactly how a bottle goes from a private cellar to a world record hammer price. Tim walks us through his unlikely route into wine, what it takes to pass the notoriously brutal Master of Wine exam, how Christie's verifies that a bottle is genuinely what it claims to be, and why Chinese wines might be the next big thing to hit the secondary market. Expect a 1.2-million-pound bottle of whisky, a champagne dosage deep-dive, and a very honest take on why Bordeaux still dominates the room. Tune in! ▬▬ 🎁 GIFTS 🎁 ▬▬ 📚 Michael Broadbent's Vintage Wine , by Michael Broadbent 🍷 Check the Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards 🧑🏼⚖️ Learn more about Christie’s Auction House 🎁 Get your wine essentials on our shop : a curated selection of wine accessories, posters and much more 🗺️ Get the best Wine Map of the Champagne region : as information as decorative ▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
🗺️ The France Wine Map: https://www.winemakersshow.com/shop/carte-vins-france 🎓 Learn wine, join the academy: https://academy.winemakersshow.com Alsace is the strangest, most distinctive wine region in France. It's been French, then German, then French, then German, then French again. Its grapes are German. Its bottles are German. Its villages have German names. And yet the wines are unmistakably, deliberately French. In this video I break down everything you need to read an Alsace label: the four "noble" grapes, the AOC system, the 51 Grand Crus (added one by one between 1975 and 2007), the late-harvest sweet wines, Crémant d'Alsace, and the brand-new Premier Cru tier that's being voted on right now. This is your ultimate guide to Alsace wine. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 📚CHAPTERS 📚 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 00:00 Introduction 00:54 History of Alsace wine 02:21 Geography of Alsace vineyards 04:10 The 8 grapes of Alsace wines 06:47 The classifications of Alsace wines 11:45 Allowing Pinot noir in Alsace Grand Cru 13:27 Sweet wines from Alsace 14:41 The new step in the Alsace wine classification 16:13 How to read a label of an Alsace wine 17:33 Conclusion about Alsace wine ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. Follow us on our platforms: Website: https://winemakersshow.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winemakersshow/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1J50w14nMbVRCnKSsQ4hEP Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@winemakersshow?sub_confirmation=1 Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Pour a glass and hold onto your tiara: this episode drops us straight into the gilded world of Rare Champagne , the vintage-only prestige cuvée born at the court of Versailles. We sit down with Maud Rabin, Managing Director of Rare Champagne , inside the house's headquarters in Reims (in the Salon Marie-Antoinette itself) to unravel a story that runs from a queen's love of pineapple in 1785 to a bottle dressed by Van Cleef & Arpels two centuries later. Maud trades ten years in fashion for the world of Champagne, tracks down the very family who relaunched the brand, and reveals why Rare Champagne only exists in vintage years, why it took four decades to make just four rosés, and why the tiara on every bottle is glued by hand, one dot at a time, by a team of eight women in Reims. Expect royal history, Chardonnay obsession, and a glass of Rare 1988 paired with Comte. Tune in! ▬▬ 🎁 GIFTS 🎁 ▬▬ 📚 Marie-Antoinette , by Stefan Zweig 📚 La Rose de Versailles (Lady Oscar) , by Riyoko Ikeda (French History through the story of Marie-Antoinette, in a manga) 📚 Vigneronne , by Laure Gasparotto 🍾 Learn more about Rare Champagne: https://www.rare-champagne.com/ 👸🏼 From Septembre 22, 2026 to January 24, 2027: celebration of the 20 years of the movie Marie-Antoinette by Sofia Coppola, through an exhibition presented at the Petit Trianon, at Château de Versailles 🎁 Get your wine essentials on our shop : a curated selection of wine accessories, posters and much more 🗺️ Get the best Wine Map of the Champagne region : as information as decorative ▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
🗺️ The France Wine Map: https://www.winemakersshow.com/shop/carte-vins-france 🎓 Learn wine, join the academy: https://academy.winemakersshow.com If you think that Orange wine is made from oranges, then this video is definitely for you. Orange wine. Skin-contact wine. Amber wine. You've seen it on every natural wine bar list in the last few years and probably wondered what on earth it actually is. In this video, I break down everything: what orange wine really is (white wine made like red wine), where it came from (Georgia, 8,000 years ago, fermented in giant clay vessels buried in the ground), how it almost disappeared, and how two stubborn winemakers in a tiny village on the Italian-Slovenian border quietly brought it back in the 1990s. Plus how to taste it, what to eat with it, and the bottles to start with. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 📚CHAPTERS 📚 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 00:00 Introduction 00:54 What is Orange Wine? 03:27 The history of Orange Wine 06:21 How Orange wine is made? 08:37 The disparition of Orange wine 09:45 The come back of Orange wine 13:32 What does Orange wine taste like? 14:35 The difference between natural wine and Orange wine 16:27 How to taste Orange wine? 17:05 Conclusion ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. Follow us on our platforms: Website: https://winemakersshow.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winemakersshow/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1J50w14nMbVRCnKSsQ4hEP Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@winemakersshow?sub_confirmation=1 #OrangeWine #SkinContact #NaturalWine #WineEducation Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Forget everything you think you know about California wine. Pour yourself a glass, settle in, and let Christopher Beros, Asia Director of the California Wine Institute , take you from the fog-cooled vineyards of Napa and Sonoma all the way to the booming wine bars of Southeast Asia. Recorded live at Vinexpo Hong Kong, this conversation crackles with the energy of a region that refuses to sit still. Christopher trades finance for wine, builds an import business in mainland China, then spends a decade championing California across Greater China and Southeast Asia. Along the way he unpacks the 154 AVAs that make up the most diverse wine state on earth, retells the Judgment of Paris with an insider's eye, and explains why California's "no rules" philosophy turns winemakers loose to experiment. Then we open the bottles. Four Chardonnays, all from Carneros , all wildly different. Tune in for a masterclass in why California is far more than big oaky whites, and why Asia's most curious drinkers are falling for it. ▬▬ 🎁 GIFTS 🎁 ▬▬ 📚 The Wines of California , by Elaine Chukan Brown 📚 The Wine Bible , by Karen MacNeil 🍇 Learn more about California Wines 🇭🇰 More details about the California Wine Month in Hong Kong & Macau 🍷 The wines we tasted: Château Montelena Chardonnay 2023 Rombauer Chardonnay 2024 Hyde de Villaine (HdV) De La Guerra Chardonnay 2023 The Prisoner Wine Company The Prisoner Chardonnay 2021 🎁 Get your wine essentials on our shop : a curated selection of wine accessories, posters and much more 🗺️ Get the best Wine Map of the Bordeaux region : as information as decorative ▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
🗺️ The Burgundy Wine Map: https://www.winemakersshow.com/shop/carte-vins-bourgogne 🎓 Learn wine, join the academy: https://academy.winemakersshow.com Burgundy might be the most confusing wine region on the planet, and also one of the greatest. In this video I break down how Burgundy actually works: its five sub-regions from Chablis down to the Mâconnais, the famous Côte d'Or "Golden Slope," and the four-tier classification system: Regional, Village, Premier Cru, and Grand Cru, that ranks the land itself rather than the producer. Plus: why a single vineyard can have 80 different owners, and what the "climats" really mean. In other words, if you want to learn about Burgundy wines, you’re at the right place. This is your ultimate guide to understand Burgundy. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 📚CHAPTERS 📚 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 00:00 Introduction 00:52 Bordeaux ranks the Châteaux, Burgundy ranks the dirt 02:23 The geography of Burgundy from North to South 05:23 Focus on the Côte d’Or (Golden Slope) 06:43 The four-tier wine classification pyramid in Burgundy 10:05 Why one vineyard in Burgundy has 80 owners 12:16 How to read a Burgundy wine label? 13:12 Remember this to master Burgundy wines Conclusion ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. More about the Wine Makers Show: https://www.winemakersshow.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winemakersshow/ Discover more on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@winemakersshow Learn more about wine through our Academy: https://academy.winemakersshow.com/ ⚠️ ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Is Saint-Émilion already what it needs to be, or is its future still being written? For Valérie Befve , the answer is clear: Bordeaux must keep building, adapting, and rethinking itself to remain at the forefront of fine wine . As CEO of Château Dassault, the Grand Cru Classé owned by the Dassault family since 1955 , she is actively shaping what the next chapter of the region will look like. Over the course of our conversation, Valérie traces her unusual path from running her own family winery to leading one of the largest estates in Saint-Émilion. We dig into the singular Saint-Émilion classification that makes every estate re-sit an exam every ten years, the gulf between north and south-facing terroirs, and how the region is adapting to a tougher market. From hospitality and wine tourism to grape-variety choices made for a warming climate, this is a clear-eyed case for why Bordeaux is anything but finished, and why its best value-for-money wines might be the smartest bottles to put in your cellar right now. ▬▬ 🎁 GIFTS 🎁 ▬▬ 📚 Vigneronne , by Laure Gasparotto 🍇 Dassault Wine Estates 🏆 Understand everything about Bordeaux classifications in a short video 🎁 Get your wine essentials on our shop : a curated selection of wine accessories, posters and much more 🗺️ Get the best Wine Map of the Bordeaux region : as information as decorative ▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
🗺️ The Bordeaux Wine Map: https://www.winemakersshow.com/shop/carte-vins-bordeaux 🎓 Learn wine, join the academy: https://academy.winemakersshow.com Bordeaux makes some of the most expensive wine on Earth, but its classification system is a labyrinth. In this video, I break down the 5 main Bordeaux classifications: the legendary 1855 Classification, the ever-changing Saint-Émilion ranking, the 1959 Graves Classification, the Crus Bourgeois of the Médoc, and the Crus Artisans. By the end, you'll know exactly what's on a Bordeaux label, and what it actually means. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 📚CHAPTERS 📚 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 00:00 Introduction 00:48 Why Different Classifications? 02:09 The 1855 Classification 05:18 The Saint Emilion Classification 08:20 Graves classification 10:22 The Crus Bourgeois 12:33 The Crus Artisans 13:18 What about Pomerol? 14:00 Recap & Conclusion ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬🍷LINKS TO THE CLASSIFICATIONS🍷 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Grands Crus Classés de 1855: https://gcc-1855.fr/en/ Saint Emilien Crus Classés: https://vins-saint-emilion.com/bienvenue-dans-le-vignoble/grands-crus-classes/ Crus Classés de Graves: https://www.instagram.com/crusclassesdegraves/ Crus Bourgeois: https://www.crus-bourgeois.com/ Crus Artisans: https://crus-artisans.com/ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. Follow us on our platforms: Website: https://winemakersshow.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winemakersshow/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1J50w14nMbVRCnKSsQ4hEP Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@winemakersshow?sub_confirmation=1 ⚠️ ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. #Bordeaux #WineEducation #WineLover Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Curious about how a world-renowned Bordeaux house is shaping the future of Chinese wine? In this episode, we dive into the journey of Charles Treutenaere , the driving force behind Domaine de Long Dai , DBR Lafite’s ambitious estate in Shandong, China . Together, we explore how he navigates cultural bridges, builds a winery from the ground up, and adapts French expertise to a unique Chinese terroir. We unpack the challenges of earning recognition for Chinese fine wines, the evolution of the local market, and the delicate balance between tradition and innovation. From vineyard practices to consumer education, this conversation reveals what it truly takes to craft world-class wines in an emerging region. And why the story of Long Dai is only just beginning. ▬▬ 🎁 GIFTS 🎁 ▬▬ 📚 Château Lafite: the Almanac 1868 , by Saskia de Rothschild 🍇 Domaine de Long Dai 🇨🇳 Deep dive into the wines of China with the first comprehensive Chinese Wine Course 🎁 Get your wine essentials on our shop : a curated selection of wine glasses, posters and much more ▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
I bring you with me into the world of fine Champagne as I sit down with Guillaume Lété, cellar master and head winemaker at Champagne Barons de Rothschild . In this episode, we explore how a young house built its identity from the ground up, and how Guillaume helped shape its signature style. From vineyard philosophy to the art of blending, Guillaume breaks down what it really takes to craft exceptional Champagne. We dive into terroir, Chardonnay dominance, and his innovative approach to perpetual reserve wines. Guillaume also shares insights on climate challenges, precision winemaking, and the vision driving the house forward. If you want to understand what’s behind every great bottle, this conversation will spark your curiosity and deepen your appreciation. ▬▬ 🎁 GIFTS 🎁 ▬▬ 📚 30-Second Wine: The 50 Essential Elements, each explained in Half a Minute , by Hugh Johnson 🍾 Champagne Barons de Rothschild 🤓 Learn all you need to know about wine with Wine 101 , the ultimate online course 🎁 Get your wine essentials on our shop : a curated selection of wine glasses, posters and much more ▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
In the middle of intense tastings at the Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards , we sat down with Fongyee Walker MW, Mainland China’s first resident Master of Wine, and Judge and Vice Chair at the competition . In this dynamic conversation, we dive into Fongyee’s incredible journey: from discovering wine at university to becoming a leading voice in China’s wine scene . Together, we explore the evolution of Chinese wine, the rise of a new generation of curious drinkers, and the unique way wine education is transforming across the country. We also unpack what it really means to judge wines at an international level, and why culture, not just terroir, shapes great bottles. If you’re curious about wine, China, or bold career paths, this episode will inspire you to taste, learn, and think differently. ▬▬ 🎁 GIFTS 🎁 ▬▬ 📚 Hugh Johnson's Story of Wine , by Hugh Johnson 📚 Wine and War , by Donald Kladstrup and Petie Kladstrup 🐦🔥 Dragon Phoenix Wine Consulting 🍷 Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards 🤓 Learn all you need to know about wine with Wine 101 , the ultimate online course 🎁 Get your wine essentials on our shop : a curated selection of wine glasses, posters and much more ▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Step into the world of Burgundy with us as we meet Antonin Pillot , the rising force behind his family’s historic estate in Chassagne-Montrachet . In this episode, we explore his journey from business studies abroad to taking over winemaking at the domain , driven by passion and a deep sense of responsibility . We dive into how he’s reshaping tradition : embracing organic farming, experimenting with indigenous yeasts, and adapting to climate change. Along the way, we discuss the unique terroirs of Chassagne-Montrachet , the challenge of working with family , and the realities of building a modern vision in a timeless region . Join us as we uncover Antonin’s philosophy, his ambitions, and what the future of Burgundy might look like through the eyes of a new generation. ▬▬ 🎁 GIFTS 🎁 ▬▬ 📚 Le jour où il n'y aura plus de vin ( The day when all the wine is gone ), by Laure Gasparotto and Lilian Bérillon 👀 Discover more about: Domaine Jean-Marc & Antonin Pillot 🤓 Learn all you need to know about wine with Wine 101 , the ultimate online course 🎁 Get your wine essentials on our shop : a curated selection of wine glasses, posters and much more ▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Step into the world of fine wine with us as we sit down with Linden Wilkie, co-founder of the Fine Wine Experience and Club Bâtard in Hong Kong. In this episode, we explore his journey from curious student to leading figure in the global wine scene. Together, we uncover how he built a wine business from the ground up, navigated competitive markets, and reimagined the way people buy, taste, and enjoy wine. We also dive into the unique concept behind Club Bâtard, the evolution of Hong Kong’s wine culture, and the importance of curiosity, mentorship, and experience in shaping a true wine lover. If you’re passionate about wine, entrepreneurship, or simply love great stories, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. ▬▬ 🎁 GIFTS 🎁 ▬▬ 📚 The Wines of Beaujolais , by Natasha Hughes MW 👀 Discover more about: The Fine Wine Experience Club Bâtard 🤓 Learn all you need to know about wine with Wine 101 , the ultimate online course 🎁 Get your wine essentials on our shop : a curated selection of wine glasses, posters and much more ▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
In this episode, we travel to Macau to meet Winnie Chen, Assistant Director of Wine & Beverage at SJM Resorts and one of the professionals behind one of the largest wine collections in Asia. I sit down with Winnie inside the Karl Lagerfeld Hotel to explore her remarkable journey, from discovering wine during a training session in Abu Dhabi to managing more than 17,000 wine labels across nearly 70 restaurants. Together, we dive into the realities of building a sommelier career, the discipline required to study for the Master Sommelier exam, and what it’s like to work in some of the world’s most luxurious hotels, from the Burj Al Arab in Dubai to the Grand Lisboa Palace in Macau. We also discuss the evolution of the Macau wine market, the rise of Chinese wines, how massive wine programs are curated, and Winnie’s advice for young sommeliers dreaming of entering the industry. ▬▬ 🎁 GIFTS 🎁 ▬▬ 📚 Understanding Wine Technology: The Science of Wine Explained , by David Bird 👀 Discover more about: SJM Group Grand Lisboa Palace Resort The Karl Lagerfeld Hotel Mesa Bar and Restaurant 🤓 Learn all you need to know about wine with Wine 101 , the ultimate online course 🎁 Get your wine essentials on our shop : a curated selection of wine glasses, posters and much more ▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
A single glass of wine ignited his life, and he never looked back. In this episode, we sit down with Eddie McDougall, winemaker, entrepreneur, founder of The Flying Winemaker, and chairman of the Wymn Signature Chinese Wine Awards . From building Hong Kong’s first urban winery to championing Chinese wines on the global stage, Eddie shares the bold moves and setbacks that shaped his journey. We dive into rosé in Asia, Australian fine wine, media in the wine world, and the future of Chinese terroir. This is a story of risk, resilience, and relentless passion. Tune in and discover how Eddie turns vision into action. ▬▬ 🎁 GIFTS 🎁 ▬▬ 📚 A wine book: The Australian Ark: The Story of Australian Wine from 1788 to the Modern Era , by Andrew Caillard MW 📚 A business book: 10x Is Easier than 2x: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less , by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy 🍷 The Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards 🍇 EJ McDougall wines ✈️ The Flying Winemaker 🤓 Join the Academy and learn all you need to know about wine 🎁 Get your wine essentials on our shop : a curated selection of wine glasses, posters and much more ▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
What happens when raw nightlife energy meets world-class wine knowledge? We sat down with Derek Li, one of Hong Kong’s most compelling sommeliers , to find out. From selling cocktails in the chaos of Lan Kwai Fong to studying for the Master Sommelier exam, Derek shares how passion, curiosity, and pure hustle shaped his journey. We talk about breaking into the wine industry, what it really takes to sell wine on the floor, and why education matters more than ego. Derek opens up about training young sommeliers, building unforgettable guest experiences, blind tasting, and navigating a changing F&B scene. We also dive into bold wine pairings, unexpected regions, the reality of studying for the world’s toughest wine exams. And even how music fits into his philosophy of life. If you love wine, hospitality, or stories that go beyond labels and titles, this episode will challenge how you think and make you want to pour a glass and listen closely. ▬▬ 🎁 GIFTS 🎁 ▬▬ 📚 Wine Science: the application of science in winemaking , by Jamie Goode 🤓 Join the Academy and learn all you need to know about wine 🎁 Get your wine essentials on our shop : a curated selection of wine glasses, posters and much more ▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Grab a glass and join us for a lively new episode of Behind the Label , where we sit down with Maxime Pierlot, General Export Manager at A. Bergère Champagne. We dive straight into the action around a blind tasting built on one simple but tricky question: “Champagne or not Champagne?” From the first sip, we taste, debate, challenge our assumptions, and let the wines speak. Along the way, Maxime takes us inside the world of A. Bergère: a family grower Champagne shaped by five generations, driven by terroir, and guided by a bold, modern vision . We talk about the rise of grower Champagnes, the importance of blending versus plot wines, Champagne at the table, still wines from Champagne, climate change, and even the future of non-alcoholic wine. It’s geeky, honest, playful, and deeply human. If you love Champagne, blind tastings, and behind-the-scenes stories from the people who make the bottles you drink, this episode is made for you. Tune in, you might just rethink what’s in your glass. 👉🏻 Enjoy fully this talk show with the original video, available on Youtube . ▬▬ 🎁 GIFTS 🎁 ▬▬ 🥂 Discover Champagne A. Bergère 🍾 Shoutout to Silène , wine bar in Hong Kong, for welcoming us 💛 Explore Champagne with our dedicated travel guide 🤓 Join the Academy and learn all you need to know about wine 🎁 Get your wine essentials on our shop : a curated selection of wine glasses, posters and much more ▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Wine, travel, education, and passion collide in this episode as we welcome Pierre-Marie Pattieu , Master Sommelier and Asia Prestige Account Manager at Jackson Family Wines . From growing up in the south of France to building a global career that took him through the UK and into the heart of Asia’s wine scene, Pierre-Marie shares what truly shaped his journey. We dive into his path to becoming a Master Sommelier , the realities behind the title, and the power of mentorship and education. Together, we explore how Asian wine markets are evolving, how sommeliers adapt to different cultures and cuisines, and why food and wine pairing is as much about psychology as technique. We also talk about Jackson Family Wines , global portfolios , fine dining , and what makes a wine moment unforgettable. If you’re curious about wine beyond labels, love great stories, and want a behind-the-scenes look at the sommelier world, this episode is for you. ▬▬ 🎁 GIFTS 🎁 ▬▬ 📚 Check out Jancis Robinson's best books about wine 🍷 Discover Jackson Family Wines , a family-owned global portfolio of premium wineries. 🤓 Join the Academy and learn all you need to know about wine 🎁 Get your wine essentials on our shop : a curated selection of wine glasses, posters and much more ▬▬ ⭐️ ABOUT ⭐️ ▬▬ My name is Antoine, and I’ve been passionate about wine for several years. I knew nothing at first, so I went out to meet the biggest figures in the industry and turned those encounters into a podcast that’s now listened to by over 100,000 people. I now share with you what I’ve learned, and I hope we embark together on a beautiful wine journey to discover the finest experiences. ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOUR YOUR HEALTH. CONSUME IN MODERATION. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
