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Welcome to The Old Vine Conference Podcast, brought to you by The Old Vine Conference, a non-profit organisation galvanising a global movement to nurture & value old vines, and their wines. The Old Vine Conference is dedicated to safeguarding old vines of qualitative, cultural and ecological value, by connecting, educating and inspiring the global wine industry through conferences, research, workshops, partnerships, tastings, field-trips and more! Join host Cynthia Chaplin us as we uncover inspiring and informative old vine stories with old vine champions from around the world.The Old Vine Conference
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  • Ep. 8 Old Vines and Steep Terraces: Defining quality in Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG - The Old Vine Conference Podcast

    Ep. 8 Old Vines and Steep Terraces: Defining quality in Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG - The Old Vine Conference Podcast
    Sep 29 2026
    Welcome to Episode 8, Old Vines and Steep Terraces: Defining quality in Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG on ⁠The Old Vine Conference Podcast⁠. In this episode, host Cynthia Chaplin sits down with Diego Tomasi, Director of the Consorzio di Tutela Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco, and winemaker Primo Franco of Nino Franco to explore the vital role of old vines in the denomination. Together, they discuss the deep-rooted resilience of steep hillside ciglioni vineyards, the critical distinction between hillside DOCG diversity and flatland DOC production, and how massal selection, sustainable practices, and adaptive viticulture are preserving the region's heritage against climate change.To learn more about ⁠The Old Vine Conference⁠, please visit us at www.oldvines.org and follow us on instagram: @ouroldvines. More about Diego Tomasi:Diego Tomasi is a leading Italian viticultural researcher and an authority on vine physiology and terroir. After years as a senior researcher at CREA-VE in Conegliano, he became Director of the Consorzio di Tutela Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco in January 2022, bringing strong scientific leadership to the region.Tomasi’s work focuses heavily on root architecture and climate resilience. He advocates for preserving old vines, whose deep root systems reach lower subsoil water to withstand severe droughts better than young vines -a trait crucial for protecting the character of the region’s 43 steep hillside Rive sites. Under his direction, the Consorzio translates this research into practical guidance for growers, promoting adaptive practices like canopy shading, subsoil irrigation, eliminating synthetic nitrogen, and rainwater harvesting to safeguard the denomination against climate change.More about Primo Franco:Primo Franco is widely recognized for transforming Prosecco from an inexpensive local drink into a respected global sparkling category. After graduating from the Scuola Enologica di Conegliano, he joined his family winery in 1971 and took full charge in 1982 following the sudden death of his father, Giovanni "Nino" Franco. In 1983, he made history by launching "Primo Franco," the first Prosecco to feature both a vintage year and the winemaker's signature. He then spent decades traveling internationally to position Prosecco Superiore DOCG as a terroir-driven wine suited for fine dining.Franco views older plots as crucial repositories of genetic diversity—what he calls a vigneto di popolazione ("vineyard of population"). Unlike flatland vineyards planted with identical clones, older hillside plots feature diverse Glera biotypes that yield exceptional depth, balance, and aromatic complexity. To harness the deep-root resilience and natural adaptability of these old vines, he initiated long-term massal selections at Nino Franco, identifying superior mother plants across historical plots like Villa dei Poloni to propagate future vineyards.About the host Cynthia Chaplin:Cynthia Chaplin is a Vinitaly International Academy certified Italian Wine Ambassador, a professional sommelier with Fondazione Italiana Sommelier and the Worldwide Sommelier Association, a member of Le Donne del Vino, and a Professor of Italian Wine and Culture. She is the Host of VOICES covering DEI in the wine industry every Wednesday for Italian Wine Podcast and a contributing author and editor for the recently published Wine Democracy (2022) and Italian Wine Unplugged 2.0 (2023). She has her own consulting business, Cynthia Chaplin Wine, and she works with Vinitaly International as Project and Events Manager, WSET Certified Educator, Editorial Manager and Coordinator of Vinitaly International Academy.Learn more:⁠https://www.instagram.com/kiss_my_glassx/⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/Italian-Wines-in-English/100036868372598/⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/cynthia-chaplin-190647179⁠
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  • Ep. 7 Zýmē Winery: Experience meets innovation, native grapes & old vines in Valpolicella - The Old Vine Conference Podcast

    Ep. 7 Zýmē Winery: Experience meets innovation, native grapes & old vines in Valpolicella - The Old Vine Conference Podcast
    Feb 20 2025

    Welcome to Episode 7, "Zýmē Winery: Experience meets innovation, native grapes & old vines in Valpolicella" on ⁠The Old Vine Conference Podcast⁠. Cynthia Chaplin sits down with Celestino Gaspari, owner of Zýmē Winery in the Valpolicella region in Verona.

    Today’s discussion is all about the old vines at the Zýmē winery and Gaspari’s philosophy on winemaking and life. He has done a significant amount of research and conservation, working on the recovery of buds from unknown vines to comprehend the heritage better. They also discuss Gaspari getting the native grape Oseleta re-certified, and his efforts to have it revalued, understood and protected in the Veneto region.

    To learn more about ⁠The Old Vine Conference⁠, please visit us atwww.oldvines.organd follow us on instagram:@ouroldvines.

    More about Celestino Gaspari:

    Celestino Gaspari, a native of Val d'Illasi in Italy's Valpolicella region, began his agricultural career on his family's land. He apprenticed with renowned winemaker Giuseppe Quintarelli, working alongside him for 11 years. In 1999, Gaspari founded Zýmē Winery, named after the Greek word for "yeast," reflecting his commitment to natural winemaking processes.

    The winery is situated in a 15th-century sandstone quarry in the heart of Valpolicella Classica, symbolizing the harmony between tradition and innovation. Gaspari's philosophy emphasizes sustainability and a deep respect for nature, aiming to produce wines that transparently convey the essence of their terroir.

    Learn more:

    Website:https://www.zyme.it/en/winery/

    Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/zyme_winery/

    About the host Cynthia Chaplin:

    Cynthia Chaplin is a Vinitaly International Academy certified Italian Wine Ambassador, a professional sommelier with Fondazione Italiana Sommelier and the Worldwide Sommelier Association, a member of Le Donne del Vino, and a Professor of Italian Wine and Culture.

    She is the Host of VOICES covering DEI in the wine industry every Wednesday for Italian Wine Podcast and a contributing author and editor for the recently published Wine Democracy (2022) and Italian Wine Unplugged 2.0 (2023). She has her own consulting business, Cynthia Chaplin Wine, and she works with Vinitaly International as Project and Events Manager, WSET Certified Educator, Editorial Manager and Coordinator of Vinitaly International Academy.

    Learn more:

    ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kiss_my_glassx/⁠

    ⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/Italian-Wines-in-English/100036868372598/⁠

    ⁠linkedin.com/in/cynthia-chaplin-190647179⁠
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    29 min
  • Ep. 6 Benanti’s Etna: old vines, new perspectives - The Old Vine Conference Podcast

    Ep. 6 Benanti’s Etna: old vines, new perspectives - The Old Vine Conference Podcast
    Dec 13 2024

    Welcome to Episode 6, "Benanti’s Etna: old vines, new perspectives" on ⁠The Old Vine Conference Podcast⁠. Cynthia Chaplin sits down with a twin tour de force, Salvino and Antonio Benanti of the iconic Benanti winery on Etna started by their father Cavagliere del lavoro Giuseppe Benanti.

    Today’s discussion is all about Benanti’s indigenous vines; and the grapes that are harvested by hand, Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio, and Carricante. The brothers speak about the autochthonous yeasts and the ungrafted pre-phylloxera vines, which vary between 95-115 years old. They also discuss the business aspect of winemaking on Etna and what the region needs for ongoing success.

    To learn more about ⁠The Old Vine Conference⁠, please visit us at www.oldvines.org and follow us on instagram: @ouroldvines.

    More about Salvino & Antonio Benanti:

    Antonio and Salvino were born at the foot of the Etna volcano, in Catania, Sicily, in May 1974. After enjoying their childhood in Sicily, Antonio and Salvino left to attend school in Switzerland and the UK. After many years spent abroad, the brothers returned to Sicily for good and started working alongside their father (until his passing in 2023), a visionary of many interests and talents. The brothers assumed leadership of the winery in 2012.

    The Benanti family can proudly claim to be one of the pioneers of Etna’s winemaking, instrumental in its viticulture throughout history, contributing first hand to its evolution.

    Learn more:

    Website:https://www.benanti.it/en/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benantiwinery/

    About the host Cynthia Chaplin:

    Cynthia Chaplin is a Vinitaly International Academy certified Italian Wine Ambassador, a professional sommelier with Fondazione Italiana Sommelier and the Worldwide Sommelier Association, a member of Le Donne del Vino, and a Professor of Italian Wine and Culture.

    She is the Host of VOICES covering DEI in the wine industry every Wednesday for Italian Wine Podcast and a contributing author and editor for the recently published Wine Democracy (2022) and Italian Wine Unplugged 2.0 (2023). She has her own consulting business, Cynthia Chaplin Wine, and she works with Vinitaly International as Project and Events Manager, WSET Certified Educator, Editorial Manager and Coordinator of Vinitaly International Academy.

    Learn more:

    ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kiss_my_glassx/⁠

    ⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/Italian-Wines-in-English/100036868372598/⁠

    ⁠linkedin.com/in/cynthia-chaplin-190647179⁠
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    1 ora e 9 min
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