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  1. Aug 11

    “Never Lose the Sense of Wonder” Christian Seely on a Life in Wine - Jane Anson The Wine Podcast E37

    WINE-SEARCHER PRO 🍷✨ Get 10% off a 12-month Wine-Searcher PRO subscription with the code ‘JaneWS’ at checkout. 👇https://www.wine-searcher.com/get-pro?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=winevoices "I think it's very important never to lose a sense of wonder about these things — and in my case, a sense of wonder that I'm actually here."Christian Seely, managing director of AXA Millésimes, oversees one of the most far-flung fine wine portfolios in the world: Château Pichon Baron, Pibran and Suduiraut in Bordeaux, Domaine de l'Arlot in Burgundy, Disznókő in Tokaj, Quinta do Noval in the Douro, Outpost on Napa's Howell Mountain, Platt Vineyard on the West Sonoma Coast, and Coates & Seely, the English sparkling wine house he co-founded in Hampshire and now the Isle of Wight. Host Suzanne Mustacich asks him the obvious question — how do you hold all that together? Christian talks about the total conviction that a great wine must be the unique individual expression of its vineyard, and a deliberately decentralised structure that leaves each estate's team to pursue that expression on its own terms. He remembers discovering Bordeaux with his father, falling in love with wine, and driving to work along the Route des Châteaux. He talks about the excitement of discovering new vineyards, opening the first bottle from his English sparkling wine project, and the privilege of being able to make wine every day. A personal conversation about vineyards, wine and the joy of still being fascinated by them. 🍷 Subscribe to the channel ✨ Like this video to support fine wine storytelling 🌍 Explore more episodes featuring global wine leaders ✔️Find the wines on Wine-Searcher Château Pichon Baron https://www.wine-searcher.com/merchant/17440-chateau-pichon-longueville-baron Disznoko https://www.wine-searcher.com/merchant/49846-disznoko Quinta do Noval https://www.wine-searcher.com/merchant/22229-quinta-do-noval Outpost Wines https://www.wine-searcher.com/merchant/27103-outpost-wines ✔️Check on Jane's latest tasting notes https://janeanson.com Chapters0:00 A life spent chasing wonder 0:44 Suzanne introduces Christian Seely 1:22 A snapshot of the AXA Millésimes portfolio 2:15 No group winemaking policy — decentralisation as a philosophy 4:10 Visiting the vineyards through harvest 4:52 Getting his start: a gap year in Bordeaux with his father 6:38 The drive to work past Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 7:52 Platt Vineyard: fog, the Pacific, and West Sonoma Coast 10:07 Outpost: volcanic soils and altitude on Howell Mountain 12:50 Domaine de l'Arlot: Burgundy's rare monopoles 14:59 A quarter-hectare next to DRC 16:23 Bordeaux vs Burgundy, and Pichon Baron's three wines 19:51 Le Griffon Blanc: grafting Suduiraut onto Pauillac 3:35 Tokaj: Aszú, puttonyos, and the wine of kings 24:53 Disznókő and the fall of communism 30:45 Quinta do Noval: field blends and the Nacional parcel 38:38 Blending a consistent house-style tawny port 43:19 Coates & Seely: building English sparkling wine from scratch 48:03 The dream dinner party#WinePodcast #ChristianSeely #AXAMillesimes #Bordeaux #Tokaj #Douro #Burgundy #NapaValley #EnglishSparklingWine

    “Never Lose the Sense of Wonder” Christian Seely on a Life in Wine - Jane Anson The Wine Podcast E37

  2. Jul 28

    Starting a Non-Profit: A How-To Guide - Jane Anson The Wine Podcast E36

    WINE-SEARCHER PRO 🍷✨ Get 10% off a 12-month Wine-Searcher PRO subscription with the code 'JaneWS' at checkout. 👇 https://www.wine-searcher.com/get-pro?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=winevoices Inspiration and Practical Guidance for Initiating Change "Do not overthink it. You want to make a difference — just do it." Jane Anson and Chinedu Rita Rosa share the inspiring story of creating Bordeaux Mentor Week, a program designed to open doors and foster diversity in the Bordeaux wine industry: from a garden conversation into a week-long bootcamp that has now brought 28 scholars from roughly 20 countries into Bordeaux's wine industry. They walk through it all — the frustration that started it, the first six scholars chosen on a shoestring budget, the sponsors and estates who said yes when nobody had a track record yet, the visa nightmares nobody warns you about, and the moment at a right bank château dinner when a scholar's tears revealed that imposter syndrome doesn't disappear once you've made it through the door. If you've ever thought about starting a mentorship program, a non-profit, or any kind of grassroots initiative — in wine or anywhere else — this is the practical, honest version of how it's actually done. With huge thanks to everyone who has backed Bordeaux Mentor Week, including the Gérard Basset Foundation, the Académie du Vin Library, Château La Lagune, Château Bellefont-Belcier, Château Biac, Bernard Magrez Start-Up Win, Christian Holthausen, and every estate, sponsor and mentor who has opened a door. 🍷 Subscribe to the channel ✨ Like this video to support fine wine storytelling 🌍 Explore more episodes featuring global wine leaders ✔️ Check the latest updates on the Bordeaux Mentor Week at https://janeanson.com/ Chapters00:00 Introduction to Bordeaux Mentor Week02:50 The Genesis of Mentoring in Bordeaux06:08 Building the Foundation: First Steps08:52 Challenges and Solutions in Logistics11:51 Recruiting Mentors and Scholars14:40 Learning from Mistakes17:49 The Impact of the Program21:04 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome23:42 Success Metrics and Achievements27:03 Unexpected Outcomes and Connections29:45 Advice for Aspiring Change-Makers32:35 The Future of Bordeaux Mentor Week #WinePodcast #BordeauxMentorWeek #Mentorship #DiversityInWine #Bordeaux #WineIndustry #NonProfit #JaneAnson #WineEducation #ChangeMakers

    Starting a Non-Profit: A How-To Guide - Jane Anson The Wine Podcast E36

  3. Jul 14

    Inside Pomerol's Best Kept Secret - Jane Anson The Wine Podcast E35

    WINE-SEARCHER PRO 🍷 ✨ Get 10% off a 12-month Wine-Searcher PRO subscription with the code "JaneWS" at checkout. 👇 https://www.wine-searcher.com/get-pro?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=winevoices When Jean-Baptiste Bourotte left a career at Cartier to come home to Pomerol, he gave himself three years to decide whether he'd made the right call. Twenty-odd years later, he's still there—running five Bordeaux estates, including two of the appellation's most quietly serious addresses, Clos du Clocher and Château Bonalgue, alongside the family's historic négociant house, Ets Audy. In this episode of the Wine Podcast, host Jane Anson sits down with Bourotte as his family marks 100 years in Pomerol, and the conversation moves easily between deep history and hard-won, practical wisdom. Jean-Baptiste explains how Clos du Clocher's dense blue clay and Bonalgue's mixed gravel-sand-clay terroir produce two very different styles of Pomerol, what a négociant actually does inside La Place de Bordeaux, and what a career at Cartier taught him about pride in a product and telling an honest story. He also shares the centenary manga he commissioned—illustrated using the estate's own blue clay—his picks for what to drink right now, and the lunch he didn't realise he was sharing with DRC's Aubert de Villaine. 🍷 This episode is brought to you by iDealwine: https://www.idealwine.com/en/buy-wine/sale-vente-primeur?order-by=vintage-desc&utm_source=jane+anson&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=en+primeur ✨ iDealwine has kindly given a special discount, exclusively for Jane Anson Wine Voices listeners. Enjoy €50 off your first En Primeur purchase with code JANEANSON. T&Cs apply.* 🍷 Subscribe to the channel ✨ Like this episode to support fine wine storytelling 🌍 Explore more episodes featuring global wine leaders ✔️ Check Jane's latest tasting notes on Clos du Clocher: https://janeanson.com/report/nine-decades-of-clos-du-clocher-1947-2020 ✔️ Find the wines on Wine-Searcher: https://www.wine-searcher.com/merchant/54737-jean-baptiste-audy *Terms and conditions • Complimentary long-term storage for six months following delivery of the En Primeur wine to iDealwine's storage facility; after that date, storage fees will apply. • Valid on En Primeur purchases over €3,000 HT. • Promo code JANEANSON provides a €50 discount on orders over €500. • Promo code available for first orders, for new clients, on En Primeur wines only on iDealwine. • Offer is non-transferable, non-exchangeable and cannot be combined with other offers. • Valid until 31 October 2026. Chapters 00:00 The Resilience of Bonalgue Wine History 01:49 Meet Jean-Baptiste Bourotte: A Dual Role in Wine 04:10 The Family Legacy in Pomerol 09:17 Understanding the Role of a Négociant 13:00 Market Trends and Consumer Interests 14:56 Innovative Celebrations for a Centenary 20:31 The Evolution of Bonalgue's Terroir 25:33 Lessons from the Luxury Industry 30:54 Navigating Challenges in Wine Production 35:14 Addressing Misconceptions about Bordeaux Wine 42:23 Recommended Vintages to Enjoy Now #WinePodcast #Pomerol #ClosDuClocher #ChateauBonalgue #Bordeaux #JeanBaptisteBourotte #JaneAnson #Negociant #PlaceDeBordeaux #RightBank #WineFamily #Terroir #BlueClay #WineHistory #BordeauxWine #WineEducation #WineLovers

    Inside Pomerol's Best Kept Secret - Jane Anson The Wine Podcast E35

  4. Jul 7

    The Wine Grape DNA Detective - Part 2 - Jane Anson The Wine Podcast E34

    WINE-SEARCHER PRO 🍷 ✨ Get 10% off a 12-month Wine-Searcher PRO subscription with the code JaneWS at checkout. https://www.wine-searcher.com/get-pro?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=winevoices Suzanne Mustacich continues her conversation with Swiss grape geneticist José Vouillamoz, the real-life "grape DNA detective." Together they follow the Camino de Santiago to uncover how medieval monks may have spread grapevines across Europe, trace Savagnin Blanc's surprising family tree (parent of both Chenin Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc—and grandfather of Cabernet Sauvignon), and tell the incredible detective story of how eight forgotten vines in the French countryside turned out to be the missing parent of both Merlot and Malbec. José also makes the case for why obscure, unloved grape varieties might be wine's best defence against climate change, takes us inside Switzerland's wild 320-grape-variety wine scene ("Swiss wine does not exist"—you'll understand why by the end), and shares his dream of an AI app that could identify any grape variety from a single photo of a leaf. 🔍 Missed Part 1? https://open.spotify.com/episode/1vaUjVwsXVNZjxrpOSU7sk?si=LRgAaiufTFaywU976JC6Ig 🍷 This episode is brought to you by iDealwine https://www.idealwine.com/en/buy-wine/sale-vente-primeur?order-by=vintage-desc&utm_source=jane+anson&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=en+primeur iDealwine has kindly given a special discount exclusively for Jane Anson Wine Voices listeners. Enjoy €50 off your first En Primeur purchase with the code JANEANSON. Terms & Conditions apply. 🍷 Subscribe to the channel ✨ Like this episode to support fine wine storytelling. 🌍 Explore more episodes featuring global wine leaders. 📖 Read more from José Vouillamoz and explore his books on Swiss and French grape varieties: https://janeanson.com/ Terms & Conditions • Complimentary long-term storage for six months following delivery of the En Primeur wine to iDealwine's storage facility. After that date, storage fees will apply. • Valid on En Primeur purchases over €3,000 HT. • Promo code JANEANSON provides a €50 discount on orders over €500. • Available for first orders only, for new clients, on En Primeur wines purchased through iDealwine. • Offer is non-transferable, non-exchangeable and cannot be combined with other offers. • Valid until 31 October 2026. Chapters 00:00 Cold open: Is Sauvignon Blanc older than Pinot Noir?00:32 Welcome back to Part 200:47 Did monks spread grapevines along the Camino de Santiago?02:07 José's books on Swiss & French grape varieties02:29 The family tree: Savagnin Blanc's secret children03:47 The Camino de Santiago's surprising link to Savagnin Blanc05:56 Why rare and obscure grape varieties matter08:20 Saving Sagrantino from extinction09:43 The detective story behind Merlot's missing parent10:56 Finding the last 8 vines of Madeleine Noire des Charentes13:17 "Swiss wine does not exist"—inside Switzerland's 320 grape varieties16:06 Chasselas, Petite Arvine & Completer: Switzerland's heritage grapes17:14 Can AI identify a grape variety from a photo?18:49 José's dream app: "Grape This"20:28 What will grape DNA research discover in the next 10 years?22:57 Genetic engineering, climate change and the future of wine #WinePodcast #WineGrapes #GrapeDNA #JoseVouillamoz #SuzanneMustacich #JaneAnson #CaminoDeSantiago #SavagninBlanc #Merlot #Malbec #SwissWine #Chasselas #Sagrantino #WineHistory #Ampelography #WineScience #RareGrapes #AIinWine #WineEducation #WineLovers #Part2

    The Wine Grape DNA Detective - Part 2 - Jane Anson The Wine Podcast E34

  5. Jun 30

    The Wine Grape DNA Detective - Part 1 - Jane Anson The Wine Podcast E33

    WINE-SEARCHER PRO 🍷✨ Get 10% off a 12-month Wine-Searcher PRO subscription with the code 'JaneWS' at checkout. 👇 https://www.wine-searcher.com/get-pro?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=winevoices Suzanne Mustacich speaks with Grape DNA detective José Vouillamoz, taking us on a journey through the ancient and surprising history of wine grapes — from wild vines and lost grapes to monks, migration and the Camino de Santiago. José Vouillamoz is a Swiss botanist, grape geneticist and wine grape DNA detective renowned for his surprising discoveries. From the Taurus Mountains of Türkiye to the Camino de Santiago, from rare Pinot Noir pips to recently discovered lineage of Merlot and Malbec, José traces how vines moved with people, trade, war, monks and migration. He explains the origins of grape domestication, the rediscovery of forgotten grape varieties, the importance of preserving genetic diversity, and how AI could one day help identify grapes in the vineyard. A must-listen for anyone interested in wine history, ancient vines, rare grape varieties, ampelography, viticulture, and the detective work behind the DNA of wine. 🍷 This episode is brought to you by iDealwine https://www.idealwine.com/en/buy-wine/sale-vente-primeur?order-by=vintage-desc&utm_source=jane+anson&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=en+primeur iDealwine has kindly given a special discount, only available for Jane Anson Wine Voices listeners. Enjoy €50 off your first En Primeur purchase with code JANEANSON. T&C apply* 🍷 Subscribe to the channel✨ Like this video to support fine wine storytelling🌍 Explore more episodes featuring global wine leaders *Terms and conditions Complimentary long-term storage for six months following delivery of the En Primeur wine to iDealwine's storage facility; after that date, storage fees will apply. Valid on En Primeur purchases over €3000 HT. Promo code Jane Anson for a €50 discount on orders over €500. Promo code available for first orders, for new clients, on En Primeur wines only on iDealwine. Offer is non-transferable, non-exchangeable and cannot be combined with other offers. Valid until 31 October 2026. Chapters 00:00 The Origins of Grape Domestication 10:11 Exploring Ancient Wine Regions 20:13 The Journey of Grape Varieties 25:03 The Connection Between Wine and Humanity #WinePodcast #WineGrapes #GrapeDNA #AncientVines #RareGrapes #WineHistory #Ampelography #Viticulture #JoseVouillamoz #CaminoDeSantiago #SavagninBlanc #PinotNoir #Furmint #VitisVinifera #WineLovers #WineEducation #OldVines #IndigenousGrapes #TurkishWine #FrenchWine #SwissWine #WineScience #GrapeVarieties #VineyardHistory #SuzanneMustacich #JaneAnson #AIwine

    The Wine Grape DNA Detective - Part 1 - Jane Anson The Wine Podcast E33

  6. Jun 16

    Pichon Comtesse: The Art of Pauillac - Jane Anson The Wine Podcast E32

    WINE-SEARCHER PRO 🍷 ✨ Get 10% off a12-month Wine-Searcher PRO subscription with the code ‘JaneWS’ at checkout. 👇 https://www.wine-searcher.com/get-pro?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=winevoices In this episode, Nicolas Glumieau shares his fascinating journey from military service and opera singing to becoming a top Bordeaux estate director at Château Pichon Comtesse in Pauillac. Discover insights into blind tasting, team management, and the links between science, practical experience and art in winemaking. This in-depth interview explores the nuances of Bordeaux winemaking, terroir, climate change impacts, and tastingtechniques, offering valuable insights for wine enthusiasts and professionals alike. Plenty of business advice here also; you'll learn about how to build a team that works, how to lean in to your passionswhile building a career, and how tradition, innovation, and collaboration shape the world of fine wines.   🍷This episode is brought to you by iDealwinehttps://www.idealwine.com/en/buy-wine/sale-vente-primeur?order-by=vintage-desc&utm_source=jane+anson&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=en+primeur iDealwine has kindly given a special discount, only available for Jane Anson Wine Voices listeners. Enjoy €50 offyour first En Primeur purchase with code JANEANSON. T&C apply*   ✔️Check the wines on Wine-Searcherhttps://www.wine-searcher.com/merchant/17441-chateau-pichon-longueville-comtesse-de-lalande ✔️Get the latest updates at https://janeanson.com/   🍷Subscribe to the channel ✨ Like this video to support fine wine storytelling 🌍Explore more episodes featuring global wine leaders     *Terms and conditions Complimentary long-term storage for six months following delivery of the En Primeur wine to iDealwine’s storagefacility; after that date, storage fees will apply. Valid on En Primeur purchases over €3000 HT. Promo code Jane Anson for a €50 discount on orders over €500. Promo code available for first orders, for new clients, on En Primeur wines only on iDealwine. Offer is non-transferable, non-exchangeable and cannot be combined with other offers. Valid until 31 October 2026.   Chapters 00:00 The Art of Winemaking and Nature's Role 03:02 Nicolas Glumineau: A Multifaceted Journey 05:59 From Opera to Wine: A Unique Transition 08:51 Military Experience and Its Impact on Leadership 11:41 The Essence of Teamwork in Winemaking 15:02 Learning from Bordeaux's Top Estates 17:57 Pichon Comtesse: A Unique Terroir 20:43 The Challenges of Modern Winemaking 24:07 Climate Change and Its Effects on Viticulture 27:01 Demystifying Bordeaux for Younger Drinkers 29:52 The Complexity of Wine Tasting 32:48 The Future of Bordeaux and Its Classification 35:47 The Influence of Champagne on Bordeaux 38:33 Final Thoughts and Quickfire Questions

    Pichon Comtesse: The Art of Pauillac - Jane Anson The Wine Podcast E32

  7. Jun 2

    An Exclusive Wine Club: Inside 67 Pall Mall - Jane Anson The Wine Podcast - E31

    ✨ Get 10% off a 12-month Wine-Searcher PRO subscription with the code “JaneWS” at checkout. 👇 https://www.wine-searcher.com/get-pro?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=winevoices In this episode of The Wine Podcast, Suzanne Mustacich speaks with Lorraine Carrigan about the remarkable success of 67 Pall Mall, the private wine club founded on London’s famed Pall Mall and now expanding globally. What does it take to run an exclusive wine club? We discuss what makes the club so appealing to collectors, wine professionals, and passionate enthusiasts alike, and how it has built an international community around exceptional wine, hospitality, and shared events. Lorraine also talks about the company’s ambitious expansion plans, including Bordeaux, Burgundy, Switzerland, and across Asia, and explains how 67 Pall Mall is adapting its offer to make each club unique. 🍷 This episode is brought to you by iDealwine https://www.idealwine.com/en/buy-wine/sale-vente-primeur?order-by=vintage-desc&utm_source=jane+anson&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=en+primeur iDealwine has kindly given a special discount, only available for Jane Anson Wine Voices listeners. Enjoy €50 off your first En Primeur purchase with code JANEANSON. T&Cs apply.* ✔️ Get the latest updates at: https://janeanson.com/ Terms and Conditions Complimentary long-term storage for six months following delivery of the En Primeur wine to iDealwine’s storage facility; after that date, storage fees will apply.Valid on En Primeur purchases over €3000 HT.Promo code JANEANSON for a €50 discount on orders over €500.Promo code available for first orders, for new clients, on En Primeur wines only on iDealwine.Offer is non-transferable, non-exchangeable, and cannot be combined with other offers.Valid until 31 October 2026.

    An Exclusive Wine Club: Inside 67 Pall Mall - Jane Anson The Wine Podcast - E31

  8. May 19

    Riesling in the Hot Seat: Mosel meets the Clare Valley - Jane Anson The Wine Podcast - E30

    WINE-SEARCHER PRO 🍷✨ Get 10% off a 12-month Wine-Searcher PRO subscription with the code “JaneWS” at checkout 👇https://www.wine-searcher.com/get-pro?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=enprimeur TWO legends. TWO hot seats. ONE grape: Riesling. 🍷 In this episode of the Wine Podcast, Jane Anson sits down with two legendary names in winemaking — Sam Barry of Clare Valley and Ernie Loosen of Germany’s Mosel — to explore the story behind the groundbreaking Loosen Barry partnership. Expect candid stories, winemaking secrets, family history, and plenty of strong opinions on: ⚡ Why Riesling deserves more respect🍷 The rise, fall & comeback of German Riesling🌏 What makes Clare Valley Riesling so unique🪵 Old-school winemaking vs modern techniques⏳ Why some wines need 10 YEARS before release🔥 Screwcap vs cork debates🍖 Vineyard BBQs, favourite restaurants & travel stories 🍷 This episode is brought to you by iDealwinehttps://www.idealwine.com/en/buy-wine/sale-vente-primeur?order-by=vintage-desc&utm_source=jane+anson&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=en+primeur iDealwine has kindly given a special discount, only available for Jane Anson Wine Voices listeners. Enjoy €50 off your first En Primeur purchase with code JANEANSON. T&Cs apply.* ✔️ Check the wines on Wine-SearcherJim Barry Wineshttps://www.wine-searcher.com/merchant/15872-jim-barry-wines Wolta Wolta Rieslinghttps://www.wine-searcher.com/find/loosen+barry+wolta+dry+riesling+clare+valley+south+australia Clare Valleyhttps://www.wine-searcher.com/regions-clare+valley Rieslinghttps://www.wine-searcher.com/grape-407-riesling ✔️ Get the latest updates athttps://janeanson.com/ Terms and Conditions• Complimentary long-term storage for six months following delivery of the En Primeur wine to iDealwine’s storage facility; after that date, storage fees will apply. Valid on En Primeur purchases over €3000 HT.• Promo code JANEANSON for a €50 discount on orders over €500.• Promo code available for first orders, for new clients, on En Primeur wines only on iDealwine.• Offer is non-transferable, non-exchangeable, and cannot be combined with other offers.• Valid until 31 October 2026. CHAPTERS00:00 – The Rise and Fall of German Riesling03:06 – A Family Legacy in Winemaking05:53 – The Clare Valley Riesling Revolution08:50 – Collaboration Across Continents11:50 – Tradition Meets Innovation in Winemaking15:01 – Walter Walter & Slate Hill Rieslings Explained17:51 – Life Beyond Wine: Food, Travel & Passions19:20 – Ernie Loosen’s Early Wine Influences24:22 – Rebuilding the Reputation of Riesling27:30 – Why the Mosel Is So Special30:41 – Discovering Australian Riesling33:34 – Collaborative Winemaking with Tom Barry36:54 – Creating Unique Rieslings in Australia40:11 – Personal Reflections & Rapid Fire Questions #Riesling #WinePodcast #JaneAnson #ErnieLoosen #ClareValley #Mosel #AustralianWine #GermanWine #FineWine #WineLover #Winemaking #WineEducation

    Riesling in the Hot Seat: Mosel meets the Clare Valley - Jane Anson The Wine Podcast - E30
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