Women in Wine Archives

G.H. Mumm Appoints Trina Smith as Terroirs Pacific Winemaker, Strengthening Sparkling Wine Excellence Across Australasia

Uncategorized, Wines of Australia, Wines of New Zealand, Women in Wine / liz admin

G.H. Mumm has appointed award-winning winemaker Trina Smith as Mumm Terroirs Pacific Winemaker, overseeing production across Australia and New Zealand. Recognized as one of Australia’s foremost sparkling wine specialists, Smith brings over two decades of global experience spanning California, South Africa, and Italy. Based in the Barossa Valley, she will lead winemaking for the Mumm […]

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Carol Duval-Leroy Named Officer of the Legion of Honour for Her Pioneering Role in Champagne

Articles, Champagne, champagne region, Wine, Wine Trade, Wine Trends, Women in Wine, Women in Wine Talks / liz admin

In a momentous acknowledgment of her exceptional contributions to viticulture and French cultural heritage, Carol Duval-Leroy, President of Maison Duval-Leroy, has been named Officer of the Legion of Honour, one of France’s highest civilian accolades. This prestigious distinction not only honours her unwavering dedication to the Champagne region but also recognizes over three decades of

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A Historic Milestone for DOCa Rioja: Raquel Pérez Cuevas Becomes First Female President

Articles, Influential Women, Spanish Wine, Wines of Spain, Women in Wine, Women on Boards / liz admin

In a landmark moment coinciding with its centennial, the DOCa Rioja Regulatory Council has appointed Raquel Pérez Cuevas as its first female president. Her election, supported by 99% of the council, signals a transformative step in Spain’s most prestigious wine appellation. Pérez Cuevas brings decades of leadership as CEO of Bodegas Ontañón and former vice-president

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Liz Palmer’s Exclusive Interview with Andrea Perez Castillo of Flatrock Cellars + Wine Tasting Notes

Articles, Canada, Canadian Wine Industry, Wines of Canada, Women in Wine, Women in Wine Talks / liz admin

Andrea Perez Castillo holds a degree in Agricultural Engineering from the Autonomous University of Zacatecas, Mexico, and a Master’s in Viticulture and Oenology from the Polytechnic University of Madrid, Spain. Her winemaking career began in 2012 as an assistant winemaker at Tierra Adentro Winery in Zacatecas. Following this, she pursued her master’s studies in Spain,

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Liz Palmer’s Exclusive Interview with Jamie Williams of Nederburg Wines, SA + Wine Tasting Notes

Articles, Wine Review, Wine reviews, Wines of South Africa, Women in Wine, Women in Wine Talks, Women on Boards / liz admin

Jamie Williams’s career in winemaking began a decade ago with an internship in the laboratory and cellar at Die Bergkelder, the home of Fleur du Cap Wines in Stellenbosch. This opportunity followed her graduation with a Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology from Stellenbosch University. Her passion for viticulture and oenology deepened in

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Liz Palmer’s Exclusive Interview with Barbara Widmer of Brancaia + Wine Tasting Notes

Articles, Italian Wine, Wine News, Wine reviews, Wine Tourism, Wine Trends, Wines of Italy, Women in Markets, Women in Wine, Women in Wine Talks / liz admin

Born in 1971 in Zurich, Switzerland, Barbara Widmer grew up surrounded by a family that placed great importance on cooking, dining, and enjoying fine wines. This passion for food and wine was deeply ingrained in her upbringing and further strengthened in 1980, when her family acquired the Brancaia estate in Tuscany. Initially, Brancaia served primarily

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Liz Palmer’s Exclusive Interview with Trailblazer of Argentine Wine Dr. Laura Catena + Wine Tasting Notes

Dr. Laura Catena is widely regarded as a leading figure in the Argentine wine industry, often described as “the face of Argentine wine.” Her contributions to the field are characterized by a profound commitment to advancing knowledge in viticulture, particularly in the domains of high-altitude cultivation, soil microbiome research, and wine ageability. As a fourth-generation

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Liz Palmer Exclusive Interview with Jessica Otting at Tawse Winery, Vineland (Ontario) + Tasting Notes

Articles, Canada, Canadian Wine Industry, Women in Markets, Women in Wine, Women in Wine Talks / liz admin

Jessica Otting, Head Winemaker at Tawse Winery, is a leading figure in Canadian viticulture. Known for her dedication to terroir-driven winemaking, she has been pivotal in sustaining Tawse Winery’s award-winning reputation, including multiple titles as Canadian Winery of the Year and other acclaimed mentions. Emphasizing sustainability and a deep connection to the vineyard, Jessica crafts

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Exclusive Interview with Patricia and María Balbás of Bodegas Balbás – By Liz Palmer

Articles, Liz Palmer, Wine, Wines of Spain, Women in Markets, Women in Wine, Women in Wine Talks / liz admin

In 2024, Juan José Balbás and Clara de la Fuente entrusted the stewardship of Bodegas Balbás, one of Spain’s most historic wineries, to their daughters, Patricia and María Balbás. This transition marked a significant moment in the winery’s history, as the sisters assumed responsibility as the seventh generation of the Balbás family to lead the

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Trailblazing Winemaker Susana Balbo: An Exclusive Interview with Liz Palmer + Tasting Notes

Articles, Uncategorized, Wine Review, Wine reviews, Wine Tourism, Women in Markets, Women in Wine, Women in Wine Talks, Women on Boards / liz admin

Susana Balbo, a trailblazer in the wine industry, renowned for her pioneering contributions as Argentina’s first female winemaker and the visionary owner of Susana Balbo Wines. Her academic journey began with a transition from nuclear physics to enology, culminating in her graduation with honors from Don Bosco University in Mendoza in 1981. Navigating the challenges

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Women in Wine

G.H. Mumm Appoints Trina Smith as Terroirs Pacific Winemaker, Strengthening Sparkling Wine Excellence Across Australasia

Carol Duval-Leroy Named Officer of the Legion of Honour for Her Pioneering Role in Champagne

A Historic Milestone for DOCa Rioja: Raquel Pérez Cuevas Becomes First Female President

Liz Palmer’s Exclusive Interview with Andrea Perez Castillo of Flatrock Cellars + Wine Tasting Notes

Liz Palmer’s Exclusive Interview with Jamie Williams of Nederburg Wines, SA + Wine Tasting Notes

Liz Palmer’s Exclusive Interview with Barbara Widmer of Brancaia + Wine Tasting Notes

Liz Palmer Exclusive Interview with Jessica Otting at Tawse Winery, Vineland (Ontario) + Tasting Notes

Exclusive Interview with Patricia and María Balbás of Bodegas Balbás – By Liz Palmer

Trailblazing Winemaker Susana Balbo: An Exclusive Interview with Liz Palmer + Tasting Notes

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