May 27, 2020
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Steve Smith MW holds one of the most prestigious wine qualifications in the world. A discussion that charts his early career and place at the forefront of some of the most iconic New Zealand wine brands in the world, including Villa Maria and Craggy Range. Before we go in depth into his current twin projects Smith & Sheth and Pyramid Valley. A timely reminder of the diversity of the region and a deep dive into how modern, high end New Zealand winemaking is inextricably linked to its past while creating its future.
Episode outline:
Origin Story
Mentorship and academia
Villa Maria
The MW journey and advice
Craggy Range
Smith and Sheth, Natural M.A.D.E
Wines tasted:
Cru Wairau Sauvignon Blanc 2019
Tech sheet: https://www.louislatour.co.uk/producers/Smith+and+Sheth/Cru+Wairau+Sauvignon+Blanc/2019
Cru Omahu Cantera 2017
Tech sheet: https://www.louislatour.co.uk/producers/Smith+and+Sheth/Cru+Omahu+Cantera
Guest website: https://www.smithandsheth.com/
https://www.pyramidvalley.co.nz/
Louis Latour Agencies: www.louislatour.co.uk
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Intro and outro
music
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Guest: Steve Smith MW, Smith & Sheth, Pyramid Valley
Date recorded: 16 April 2020
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