On Thursday 18th of June, we spent some time ‘in the vineyard with’ Cathy Van Zyl MW once again as she introduced us to the Stellenbosch Cabernet Collective (SCC). A dynamic organisation, representing this fantastic noble variety and spreading its fame across the globe. Guests on the show were Christo le Riche (Cellarmaster and chair of the SCC) and Alastair Rimmer (Cellarmaster at Kleine Zalze).
Growing Cabernet in South Africa’s best known wine region Virtual Event
On Thursday 18th of June, we will spend some time ‘in the vineyard with’ Cathy Van Zyl MW once again as she introduces us to the Stellenbosch Cabernet Collective (SCC). A dynamic organisation, representing this fantastic noble variety and spreading its fame across the globe. Guests on the show will be Christo le Riche (Cellarmaster and chair of the SCC) and Alastair Rimmer (Cellarmaster at Kleine Zalze).
Episode 21 – Caroline Gilby MW – The Wines of Bulgaria, Romania and Moldova
Caroline Gilby MW is the world’s highest authority on Eastern European wines. In this interactive discussion, Caroline took us through the region’s turbulent past, from pre-communism wines to the exciting present day. We heard about the major grape varieties, the complex and diverse topography, the vineyard areas, the production levels, import/export and much more.
If you find the discussion interesting and want to learn more about the region Caroline coins as the “Exotic East” her fascinating book, The wines of Bulgaria, Romania and Moldova, is currently available to purchase via these links:
For orders from the UK and Europe : http://Bit.ly/BuyClassics
For U.S orders : http://Bit.ly/BuyClassicsUS
and if you use the following code, IVWGILBY40, you will receive a 40% discount off the listed price (valid until 30 June 2020). The wines for our prize draws were provided by the lovely people at the specialist agencies of:
www.moldovawine.co.uk Moldovan wine specialist
www.theoldcellar.com Bulgarian wine specialist and
www.transylvaniawine.co.uk Romanian and Moldovan wine specialist
Caroline Gilby MW – The Wines of Bulgaria, Romania and Moldova Zoom Video
Caroline Gilby MW is the world’s highest authority on Eastern European wines. In this interactive discussion, Caroline took us through the region’s turbulent past, from pre-communism wines to the exciting present day. We heard about the major grape varieties, the complex and diverse topography ,the vineyard areas, the production levels, import/export and much more.
If you find the discussion interesting and want to learn more about the region Caroline coins as the “Exotic East” her fascinating book, The wines of Bulgaria, Romania and Moldova, is currently available to purchase via these links:
For orders from the UK and Europe: http://Bit.ly/BuyClassics
For U.S orders : http://Bit.ly/BuyClassicsUS
and if you use the following code, IVWGILBY40, you will receive a 40% discount off the listed price (valid until 30 June 2020).
The wines for our prize draws were provided by the lovely people at the specialist agencies of:
www.moldovawine.co.uk Moldovan wine specialist
www.theoldcellar.com Bulgarian wine specialist
and www.transylvaniawine.co.uk Romanian and Moldovan wine specialist
Romania, Bulgaria and Moldova -Europe’s final wine frontier? – Virtual Event
Wednesday 10th June at 19:00 BST (London Time) | 20:00 CET (Central European Time)
Join Caroline Gilby MW as she takes us on a tour of Europe’s final wine frontier. From Bulgaria’s indigenous grapes of Mavrud and Melnik to Romania’s Fetească Neagră and Fetească Regală and Moldova’s Viorica and Rara neagra. We’ll also hear about the role of ‘international’ grapes, new methods, low interventionists, organic farming, the transition from Communism, finding new markets and much more.
The session will be recorded for podcast (audio) and video (youtube).
Episode 20 – Viruses and other villains in the vineyards with Prof. Gerhard Pietersen and Aidan Morton
The Leafroll virus is a global issue and a hot topic amongst winemakers and Viticulturalists all over the world.
In this discussion, my Co-Host, Cathy Van Zyl MW and myself, hosted Professor Gerhard Pietersen from the Stellenbosch University and Aidan Morton from The Takora Wine Estate for an informative, up to date seminar about the topic. Other notable professionals that joined us in an open conversation and added from their experience were Alastair Rimmer (Kleine Zalze), Rosa Kruger (The Old Vine Project), Ido Lewinson (Barkan- Israel), to name but a few.
Viruses and other villains in the vineyards Zoom Video
The Leafroll virus is a global issue and a hot topic amongst winemakers and Viticulturalists all over the world.
In this discussion, my Co-Host, Cathy Van Zyl MW and myself, hosted Professor Gerhard Pietersen from the Stellenbosch University and Aidan Morton from The Takora Wine Estate for an informative, up to date seminar about the topic. Other notable professionals that joined us in an open conversation and added from their experience were Alastair Rimmer (Kleine Zalze), Rosa Kruger (The Old Vine Project), Ido Lewinson (Barkan- Israel), to name but a few.
Viruses and other villains in the vineyards with Cathy Van Zyl MW – Virtual Event
Thursday 4th June at 19:00 BST (London Time) | 20:00 SAST (South African Standard Time)
Viruses and other villains in the vineyards – South Africa’s response to Leafroll and lessons for other countries with Cathy Van Zyl MW.
The session will be recorded for podcast (audio) and video (youtube).
Episode 19 – Chenin Blanc tour of South Africa with Ken Forrester and Andrea Mullineux
Listen to Cathy Van Zyl MW and Me in conversation with two of South Africa’s most respected winemakers. The charismatic “King of Chenin” Ken Forrester and one of Swartland’s biggest ambassadors, Andrea Mullineux. Comparing Chenin from their regions, the terroir characteristics, preferences in the vineyard and in the winery.
This is a first in a series of conversations with Cathy and myself, covering the major regions of this stunning country. On our tour, we will chat to truly inspiring winemakers.
Subscribe to be notified of the next live session.
Chenin Blanc tour of South Africa with Ken Forrester and Andrea Mullineux Zoom Video
Listen to Cathy Van Zyl MW and Me in conversation with two of South Africa’s most respected winemakers. The charismatic “King of Chenin” Ken Forrester and one of Swartland’s biggest ambassadors, Andrea Mullineux. Comparing Chenin from their regions, the terroir characteristics, preferences in the vineyard and in the winery.
This is a first in a series of conversations with Cathy and myself, covering the major regions of this stunning country. On our tour, we will chat to truly inspiring winemakers.
Subscribe to be notified of the next live session.
