The Cork & Fizz Guide to Wine
Interested in learning about wine, but not sure where to start? You’re in the right place!
Here at the Cork & Fizz Guide to Wine, you’ll have the opportunity to dive into the world of wine in a fun and approachable way.
Hi! I'm Hailey, wine enthusiast turned wine educator and founder of Cork & Fizz. I’m here to answer all your wine questions, anything from “what the heck is an orange wine?” to “is natural wine really better for me?”
I’ll also cover topics such as wine tasting, pairing food and wine, how to shop for wine, and so much more!
You’ll also get to hear from experts in the wine industry like winemakers and experienced sommeliers.
Whether you’re a casual wine sipper or a total cork dork like myself, this podcast is for you!
Want to learn even more about wine? Come follow me on Instagram @corkandfizz and check out my website, www.corkandfizz.com to book a private tasting or join my virtual tasting club, the Cork Crew!
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The Cork & Fizz Guide to Wine
Ep 68 A Family Legacy with Spanish Winemaker Pepe Raventos (Part 1)
I often ask my guests what made them decide to get into wine. However, today’s guest’s family has been in the wine business for five centuries, so I’m going to take a guess and say that has something to do with it.
Today, Spanish winemaker, Pepe of Raventós i Blanc, is sharing how his winery has transitioned to producing 100% biodynamic wines, the challenges that he has faced in maintaining his family's traditions. He also shares his story from social work back to the family business and highlighting his deep connection between community and winemaking.
Don’t miss out on next week’s episode when Pepe and I resume our conversation and talk about Raventos i Blanc leaving the Cava DO that his grandfather had created, why he chooses to embrace Spanish varietals over the more common French ones, and a grape that had almost been extinct which the winery was able to bring back and has been an absolute jewel in winemaking.
So, if you are ready to explore the intricate world of Spanish wine, hear a unique perspective on the evolution of viticulture, the importance of biodynamic farming, and the transformation of Pepe’s family's winery, Raventós i Blanc, press play and listen in!
Connect with Pepe:
Website: https://www.raventos.com/
Can Sumoi: https://cansumoi.cat/
Mas Del Serral: https://masdelserral.com/?lang=en#wine
Episode Highlights:
- 5 centuries of winemaking with Raventós i Blanc
- Challenges and responsibilities of maintaining family tradition
- Historical vs modern farming methods
- Impact of biodynamic farming on wine quality
- Pepe’s approach to winemaking
- Introduction of Spanish grape varieties: Xarel·lo, Macabeo, Parellada, and Malvasia
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The Cork Crew Tasting Club is a community of people that enjoy drinking and learning about wine. It's like a book club...but with wine! Each month I’ll select two styles of wine for us to focus on. We’ll then have a virtual tasting party to explore those wines along with a community event to learn from professionals in the wine community.
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