Wine Buzz Podcast Asia Pacific Wine & Spirit Institute

Richard Olsen-Harbich, a multifaceted individual with a passion for the art of wine, takes us into the world of winemaking in this episode. As a winemaker, viticulturist, writer, and artist, Richard brings a unique perspective shaped by years of dedication to his craft and shares insightful anecdotes and experiences from his journey in winemaking, from nurturing vineyards by hand to meticulously overseeing harvests and overcoming all kinds of obstacles.

He also explores the ever-evolving landscape of wine preferences worldwide, shedding light on how shifting tastes influence the choices of producers and offering his perspective on the art of wine pairing.

Karen MacNeil, the renowned author of 'The Wine Bible' takes her timeless wisdom into the digital age. She offers a fresh perspective on how we learn and engage with wine goes beyond mere memorization and encourages critical thinking and a deeper understanding of the complexities within every bottle.

Through diverse formats, she shares meticulously fact-checked insights, ensuring her audience receives only the most reliable and accessible information. All of this, while she advocates for sustainability in winemaking, passionately discussing her efforts to combat environmental damage caused by unnecessary bottling practices.

Tim and Su-Mari Hill, the dynamic duo, delve into the inspiring journey behind the innovative iLola Tea business. Discover the behind-the-scenes story of how this power couple navigated the complexities of entrepreneurship while balancing the roles of partners and CEOs within the same company and their unique perspective on teaching character and etiquette to their five children. They also share their insights on wine and tea etiquette, offering a glimpse into their refined tastes and preferences when it comes to the art of tea.

Sarah Heller is the youngest Master of Wine as of 2017. A fine art graduate from Yale University, Sarah's journey seamlessly intertwines her passion for visual arts with her expertise in wine. Through captivating discussions, Sarah reveals how wine transcends being a mere beverage, evolving into a form of art. Our conversations explore diverse topics ranging from the dynamics of Asian wine markets to the nuances of e-commerce, all while shedding light on the experiences of representing the younger generation and navigating the wine industry as a female trailblazer.

Carlton McCoy is the CEO of five iconic and historic wineries, based in the Napa Valley. Under his creative vision, these wineries create wines of elegance and balance, while expressing a true sense of place.

Wander with Ivy - what started it all?

Dana loves wine and her husband loves whiskey, so they would rarely share a bottle for dinner, so Dana was always forced to waste her bottle of wine after she would only drink a glass.

That sparked her curiosity and interest to find single-serve options, but she noticed there weren't many options available on the market, let alone natural and organic as well. And so it started...

Listen to this fascinating episode as we dive into the behind the scenes with Dana Spaulding, founder of Wander + Ivy.

Check out their website here: https://wanderandivy.com/📕 Pre-order my newest book "Master the Art of Etiquette" here: https://www.apwasi.com/master-the-art-of-manners-modern-day-etiquette-for-any-situation/