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Her official title for Neudorf Vineyards is Director of Sales and Marketing but Rosie Finn would rather be known as the “International Cheerleader” for one of the best wineries in the Nelson region of South Island New Zealand.Growing up in the winery Rosie never thought she would be working at Neudorf until she found herself thousands of miles away from home. Her story is a sweet one built on a love for family, wine and a hell of a lot of hard work.Hard not to root for this winery or her family.

The Podcast is doing a deep dive on all things Italy with Giovanni Silvestri from Italy's leading food and wine media company, Gambero Rosso.We discuss all that goes into judging thousands of wineries that you will find in their Vini d'Italia guide, the definitive go-to resource for all things Italian wine.I get to try a white grape from Lazio winery Casale del Giglio that I had never heard of before (Called Bellone, you can find it at the LCBO), Giovanni goes over his wine journey all while hanging out at Bar Centrale at Terroni.Not a bad way to spend the day.

On the latest ‘Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People Podcast’ … the South Island, New Zealand wine tour continues with Paul Donaldson, the General Manager of Pegasus Bay winery located in the Waipara wine region.This winery is a true family affair.Started by Ivan and Christine Donaldson in 1985 and now in the more than capable hands of their children who produce such a diverse range of wines from classic Pinot Noir to just about every style of Riesling you can imagine.One of the highlights of our trip!

My guest is Nick Mills the General Manager and Vigneron for Rippon Vineyard (He is not a fan of the "winemaker" label) ... we sit down for an interview after Nick invited me for a 7am swim in Wānaka.They make classic cool climate Pinot Noir and an array of aromatic whites that come with far more texture than you would expect.

I sit down in person with winery owner Kate Hill from Tasmania’s Huon Valley. Her winery, Kate Hill Wines has been making award winning wines since her early years in 2008. 

The Podcast is back and live from Australia! I sit down with Master Sommelier Franck Moreau about his journey from Beaujolais to Sydney, his role as the Group Sommelier for the hospitality giant Merivale and all things Aussie wine.

Making his third appearance on the Podcast. We go through Bachelder's latest release and I do my best to get Thomas to admit, that YES he has had a large impact on the growth of the Niagara wine scene. 

Last March I interviewed Luke Marquis, the Global Sales Director for Mollydooker Wines.One of my takeaways was just how impressive his mother, Sarah Marquis, the owner of Mollydooker Wines sounded.I had to have her on.I'm so glad to have interviewed Sarah.Her story, the impact of her father on the winery, the serious commitment to fun, the philanthropy connected with the winery is all so damn compelling!Trust me, this episode is gonna have ya hooked from start to finish. 

An in depth look at the world of Port from one of the most famous Port houses of the world, Taylor Fladgate. 

It's back-to-back episodes about all things Felton Road as I'm joined by Winemaker Blair Walter. The story of Felton is all about the friendship between Walter, one of the original founders Stewart Elms and current owner Nigel Greening. Love the story of one of New Zealand's top wineries.  

The Podcast sits down with New Zealand wine royalty! Nigel Greening, the owner of Felton Road.Nigel went from this September 28th, 2000 ‘Wine Spectator; headline: “Pinot Noir Fanatic Buys New Zealand's Felton Road Wines” to helping spear head vineyard specific wines in Central Otago.Nigel has such a great story.Enjoy!

On the latest ‘Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People’ Podcast My guest is Jeffrey Roel, Sommelier at Blue Bovine Steak + Sushi House AND the 2025 CAPS Cup Tasting Challenge Winner!An engaging conversation on all things wine competition, training to be a Master of Wine and what goes into proper wine service.

Some fall in love with because they come from a family of winemakers. For others it's during a trip to Burgundy.But how many winery owners got hooked on wine because of White Zinfandel??That is exactly how it got started for Marquis Sauvage, owner of Burn Cottage Vineyard ... a source of killer Pinot Noir in the heart of Central Otago New Zealand.Marquis was such a fun interview. An ambitious, unique and gregarious man.

On the latest episode of the ‘Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People’ Podcast I talk with Todd Stevens, the GM and Winemaker for Neudorf Vineyards from South Island New Zealand. Fell in love with their Pinot’s this past summer, thrilled he had time to do the Podcast.

Super fun podcast with author Danielle Frank to discuss her new book ‘A Wine Lover’s Guide to Parenting’.A great book for Parents, Wine Lovers, Professional Uncles and of course “Auntie Extraordinaire’s”This book takes a fun look at how life lessons from wine can find their way in the world of parenting and vice versa. IE: Letting the moment breath works in both cases!