A wine podcast bringing the joys of wine to wherever you are in the world. This is the place for fun, casual wine conversations, with tips, wine facts and wine tasting to inspire your next bottle of wine or vineyard visit. Listen to Winemakers, Sommeliers and Master of Wines who share their extensive knowledge, talking about wine regions and their terroir, their favourite wine pairings and winemaking techniques. This podcast is ideal for anyone starting their wine journey and studying WSET level 1 and 2 or just some great revision for those of you going even further. So grab that wine glass and lets get stuck in!
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A wine podcast bringing the joys of wine to wherever you are in the world. This is the place for fun, casual wine conversations, with tips, wine facts and wine tasting to inspire your next bottle of wine or vineyard visit. Listen to Winemakers, Sommeliers and Master of Wines who share their extensive knowledge, talking about wine regions and their terroir, their favourite wine pairings and winemaking techniques. This podcast is ideal for anyone starting their wine journey and studying WSET level 1 and 2 or just some great revision for those of you going even further. So grab that wine glass and lets get stuck in!
Ep 231: Part 8 of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Wine – Patagonia Wines, Inclusive Wineries & Budget-Friendly Bottles – with Wine & Inclusion Advocate Aidy Smith
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Ep 231: Part 8 of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Wine – Patagonia Wines, Inclusive Wineries & Budget-Friendly Bottles – with Wine & Inclusion Advocate Aidy Smith
In this final episode of Season 5, and the last chapter of our mini-series on diversity, equity and inclusion in wine, Janina sits down with the incredible Aidy Smith – award-winning broadcaster, content creator, drinks educator and the only global TV host living with Tourette’s Syndrome. He’s also the founder of Drinklusive and a powerful advocate for representation, empathy, and accessibility in the wine world.
Aidy brings his signature energy and honesty to this conversation, sharing his path into wine and the moments that shaped his mission. From supermarket favourites and wine hacks to wineries doing amazing work in inclusion – this episode is heartfelt, informative and a perfect way to close the season.
You’ll also discover:
[03:32] – Aidy’s first step into the drinks world (in a crumpled suit and a glass of Napa Cabernet!)[06:26] – Link back to Episode 46 and his love for California wine[07:46] – How Tourette’s, ADHD and being openly gay shaped his career in wine[14:45] – Why good intentions and asking questions are key to progress[17:28] – The most under the radar wine region: Patagonia, Argentina [21:00] – Bodega Otronia and its icy anti-frost system and Bodega Chacra and their Pinot and Chardonnays[22:39] – Beginner-friendly supermarket recommendation: Diablo Dark Red £9 with nectar Sainsburys[24:27] – How to expand your palate with Kadette Cape blend by Kanonkop (South Africa) £13.50 Sainsburys[26:22] – The importance of transparency on winery websites[29:06] – Favourite hot weather wine: white wines from Plaimont, Southwest France[30:24] – Wine hack: always pack a corkscrew in your toiletries bag[31:11] – What is Drinklusive and how it empowers new voices in wine[39:17] – Advice for wineries wanting to be more inclusive[43:57] – Janina’s shoutout to Michel Chapoutier (First producer to put Braille on labels) and tasting their Saint-Péray £20 mix 6 Majestic [44:47] – Champagne Telmont, sustainability and inclusivity focus[49:17] – Final reflections: what Aidy has learned and what still needs to change
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EAT SLEEP WINE REPEAT: A wine podcast
A wine podcast bringing the joys of wine to wherever you are in the world. This is the place for fun, casual wine conversations, with tips, wine facts and wine tasting to inspire your next bottle of wine or vineyard visit. Listen to Winemakers, Sommeliers and Master of Wines who share their extensive knowledge, talking about wine regions and their terroir, their favourite wine pairings and winemaking techniques. This podcast is ideal for anyone starting their wine journey and studying WSET level 1 and 2 or just some great revision for those of you going even further. So grab that wine glass and lets get stuck in!
