A wine podcast bringing the joys of wine to wherever you are in the world. This is the place for fun, casual wine conversations, with tips, wine facts and wine tasting to inspire your next bottle of wine or vineyard visit. Listen to Winemakers, Sommeliers and Master of Wines who share their extensive knowledge, talking about wine regions and their terroir, their favourite wine pairings and winemaking techniques. This podcast is ideal for anyone starting their wine journey and studying WSET level 1 and 2 or just some great revision for those of you going even further. So grab that wine glass and lets get stuck in!
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A wine podcast bringing the joys of wine to wherever you are in the world. This is the place for fun, casual wine conversations, with tips, wine facts and wine tasting to inspire your next bottle of wine or vineyard visit. Listen to Winemakers, Sommeliers and Master of Wines who share their extensive knowledge, talking about wine regions and their terroir, their favourite wine pairings and winemaking techniques. This podcast is ideal for anyone starting their wine journey and studying WSET level 1 and 2 or just some great revision for those of you going even further. So grab that wine glass and lets get stuck in!
Ep 229: Part 6 of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Wine – Wine with Impact: Carmen Stevens on Carménère, Fighting Childhood Hunger, and Leaving a Legacy in South Africa
EAT SLEEP WINE REPEAT: A wine podcast
58 minutes 30 seconds
3 months ago
Ep 229: Part 6 of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Wine – Wine with Impact: Carmen Stevens on Carménère, Fighting Childhood Hunger, and Leaving a Legacy in South Africa
Carmen shares her incredible journey, from being rejected by winemaking school because of her race to founding the first 100% Black-owned winery in Stellenbosch. She discusses her love for Carménère, how South African terroir shapes her wines, and why she chooses to highlight what Mother Nature gives her in every vintage.
Janina also tastes Carmen’s UK-exclusive Catoria red blend, available through Naked Wines for just £14.99, and reads a heartfelt note Carmen wrote to the wine club’s “angels.” But Carmen’s impact goes far beyond wine—she’s also the founder of the Carmen Stevens Foundation, which has served over 48 million school meals to children in need.
Tune in for inspiration, resilience, and a celebration of what wine can do for communities.
Episode Guide (Chapters)
[03:35] – Becoming South Africa’s first Black female winemaker and the strength needed, and challenges faced
[20:24] – Who is Carmen Stevens the winemaker? Exploring small-batch blending through Sauvignon Blanc and the unique expressions of different vineyard parcels.
[25:38] – Discovering Carménère as a flagship grape
[30:04] – South African vs Chilean Carménère
[34:13] – Janina tastes the UK-exclusive red blend Catoria 2022
[36:19] – Great value: £14.99 through Naked Wines
[37:38] – A heartfelt message to the Naked Wines Angels
[41:18] – The story behind the Carmen Stevens Foundation
[46:07] – How the wine industry can give back
[47:37] – Mentoring and choosing young talent
[51:46] – The dream of owning vineyards in Stellenbosch
[52:58] – Dreams for the next 10 years
[55:33] – Where to find Carmen’s wines internationally
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Until next time - cheers to you!
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EAT SLEEP WINE REPEAT: A wine podcast
A wine podcast bringing the joys of wine to wherever you are in the world. This is the place for fun, casual wine conversations, with tips, wine facts and wine tasting to inspire your next bottle of wine or vineyard visit. Listen to Winemakers, Sommeliers and Master of Wines who share their extensive knowledge, talking about wine regions and their terroir, their favourite wine pairings and winemaking techniques. This podcast is ideal for anyone starting their wine journey and studying WSET level 1 and 2 or just some great revision for those of you going even further. So grab that wine glass and lets get stuck in!
