Italian Wine Podcast

Welcome to Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2553 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Stephanie Johnson IWE interviews Sophie Conte of Tregole winery in Castellina in Chianti. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast.  Key Learning Objectives: Gain first-hand insights into the 2025 Chianti harvest. Understand what defines the Castellina UGA and its identity. Explore the challenges and realities faced by young start-up wineries. The conversation covers the timing of Sangiovese picking, differences between vineyard plots, and how Castellina’s unique territory shapes its distinctive tasting “DNA.” Sophie explains Tregole’s place within the Castellina UGA, touches on curiosities like “white Sangiovese,” and reflects on how the winery’s techniques and approach have evolved from its early days to today. More about today’s host:   As well as being a certified Italian Wine Expert (IWE), Stephanie Johnson holds a WSET Diploma in W