The Big Vin Theory

Bob
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The podcast aimed specifically at WSET Diploma, MW and MS students, or just those who really want to understand the ‘viti gritty’ of the global wine trade.

  1. 11/22/2023

    Greg Lambrecht - Coravin

    We speak with the legendary Greg Lambrecht, inventor of Coravin. We ask about Coravin market stats, then about his invention process, whether the wine trade needs more innovation, whether science can take away from the 'romance' of wine and much more!

    55 min

  2. 11/01/2023

    Amanda Barnes

    We chat to Amanda Barnes about all things South America. The first 40 minutes or so are just the major regions and funnels that you should be aware of, so this is crucial for any practical students. The latter part we discuss the roles of wine writers, what kind of language is useful and more...

    58 min

  3. 10/07/2023

    Larry Lockshin - Emeritus Professor

    We chat to Larry Lockshin about his research on wine marketing. What are the most effective ways to market wines? Are regional bodies effective? What about competitions and awards? How should we promote sustainability? And more...

    56 min

  4. 02/06/2023

    Diana Snowden Seysses - Domaine Dujac/Snowden Vineyards

    We talk to Diana Snowden Seysses - winemaker at two illustrious houses from other sides of the pond.  We ask what her approach to viticulture is, how she is mitigating the effects of climate change and why she thinks glyphosate is "The Devil's Spunk".  We talk about whole cluster fermentation, inoculation, acidification, oak treatments and more...

    46 min

  5. 12/16/2022

    Alex Maltman - Emeritus Professor Aberystwyth University

    We talk to Alex Maltman, Emeritus Professor Aberystwyth University, about geology and wine.  We ask how the geology of the vineyard impacts the winemaking practices and final flavour of the wine?  Why does soil pH matter and what can we do about it?  Is 'minerality' a useful word for wine tasting?  And more... Find his book here:  https://www.google.co.uk/books/edition/Vineyards_Rocks_and_Soils/8vdJDwAAQBAJ?hl=en

    55 min

  6. 10/08/2022

    Christopher Chen PhD - UCCE North Coast Viticulture

    We talk to Dr Christopher Chen, the UCCE Integrated Vineyard Systems Advisor for the North Coast region of California.  Chris's research focuses on Climate- Adaptive viticulture practices, so we ask all things viticultural.  What are the main considerations when selecting rootstocks and what species look promising in the future?  How can vinegrowers mitigate some of the effects of climate change?  Is dry farming a serious option?  What developments can we expect to see in precision viticulture?  And more...

    56 min

  7. 09/12/2022

    Prof Sakkie Pretorius - Macquarie University

    We talk to Prof Sakkie Pretorius, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Macquarie University.  We ask what the major flavour compounds produced by yeasts are and how they do them?  How are different compounds (like rotundone) discovered in wines?  What are the potential uses of GMO yeasts and how does gain-of-function research provide practical applications in the winery?  What does the future hold for yeast research?  And more....

    58 min

  8. 07/23/2022

    Brad Greatrix - Nyetimber

    We chat with Brad Greatrix, of Nyetimber fame, on all things sparkling winemaking.  What are the best grape varieties to use?  How do you manage pH in a marginal climate?  What factors influence the finished texture?  What does he think abut light-strike? And much more...

    55 min
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The podcast aimed specifically at WSET Diploma, MW and MS students, or just those who really want to understand the ‘viti gritty’ of the global wine trade.

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  • Creator
    Bob
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2023
  • Episodes
    58
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Bob
  • Show Website
    The Big Vin Theory