Rebellious Hope: Katia and sustainable winemaking at San Polino Montalcino
Send us a text This episode takes listeners to the Tuscan hilltop town of Montalcino, home of the iconic Brunello di Montalcino. I sit down with Katia, co-founder of San Polino, one of the region’s pioneering organic and biodynamic wineries. The story begins with love – Katia’s move from abroad to Italy after meeting Italian Gigi. Together, they transformed a small farm into a globally recognized winery, debuting their first Brunello in 2001. We discuss the early struggles and triumphs, the p...
31 Jul 2025
Goat Cheese, Family, and Farming with Valentina of Podere Le Fornaci
Send us a text In the heart of Chianti, where wine reigns supreme, one small farm is crafting a different kind of tradition. In this episode of Life is Grape in Tuscany, we sit down with Valentina of Podere Le Fornaci, a family-run goat farm in Greve that produces organic goat’s milk cheese with passion, care, and a deep love for the land. We talk about how she and her husband left urban life behind to raise animals — and now a baby — in the Tuscan hills. Valentina shares what farm life reall...
24 Jul 2025
Sourdough and Soul: Forno La Torre with Alice in Chianti Rufina (Ep 7)
Send us a text In this episode of Life is Grape in Tuscany, we venture into the green hills of Chianti Rufina to meet Alice of Forno La Torre, a new-generation baker with deep roots. Her family’s bakery specializes in naturally leavened bread made from local grains, and she’s preserving a tradition that’s as much about sustainability and place as it is about taste. We talk about the challenges and rewards of working with ancient methods, her connection to the Slow Food movement, and why sourd...
17 Jul 2025
Rooted in Rhythm: Biodynamics and Bold Wine at Tenuta La Novella (S 1 Ep 6)
Send us a text In this episode of Life is Grape in Tuscany, we venture into the northeastern hills of Chianti Classico to explore Tenuta La Novella, a biodynamic estate that blends tradition with a bold, innovative vision. Our guest, Simone, the passionate winemaker and part-owner of La Novella, takes us on a journey from the moon-driven rhythms of biodynamic farming to the creation of exceptional wines like Sangiovese and the renowned Syrah. Simone opens up about his personal path to winemak...
10 Jul 2025
Liquid Gold: The Art of Olive Oil at Capezzana (S 1 Ep 5)
In this episode, we go beyond wine and into the world of Tuscan extra virgin olive oil with Beatrice Contini Bonacossi of the Capezzana estate in Carmignano. Capezzana is home to a historic frantoio (olive mill) and produces one of Tuscany’s finest olive oils. Beatrice walks us through the entire process — from harvest to bottle — and explains what makes high-quality olive oil so flavorful, healthy, and essential in the kitchen. We also talk about how to recognize a great EVOO, bust some comm...
3 Jul 2025
Wonderful Wheat: Pasta Fabbri’s Craft Revealed (S 1 Ep 4)
Industry experts at Pasta Fabbri reveal the artistry and time-honored techniques behind crafting exceptional Italian dried pasta, emphasizing the importance of wheat selection and slow-drying methods.
26 Jun 2025
From Novice to Innovator – Toni, Cheesemaker at Corzano & Paterno (S 1 Ep 3)
Toni, master cheesemaker at Corzano & Paterno, shares how curiosity and experimentation drive innovation in cheesemaking, offering insights into the artisan cheese industry in this interview with the host.
19 Jun 2025
Deep Dive into Chianti with Piero of Poggerino - Life is Grape in Tuscany (S 1, Ep 2)
Rebecca Christophersen Gouttenoire interviews Piero of Poggerino, who illuminates Chianti's history and Poggerino's sustainable practices, revealing how small producers thrive globally.
8 Jun 2025
Life is Grape in Tuscany - intro (S 1, Ep 1)
The host introduces themself and the Life is Grape in Tuscany podcast, focusing on their efforts to enhance Tuscan experiences through wine tours and local products.
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