#14 - From Chemist to Connoisseur: The World of Wine with Iker Berasaluce, Founder of Iker Wine

In Episode #15 of Slice of Wine, host Jared S. Taylor is joined by Dr. Jeff Daiter, Founder of InVintory.Listen to the full episode to learn about: Dr. Daiter's backgroundOverview of InVintoryWhere they are at today & what's next for the companyEarly challenges they facedHow wine collecting has evolved over the last 3-5 yearsDr. Daiter's favorite wineLearn more about InVintory- Website - LinkedIn - Instagram Also, be sure to follow Slice of Wine on social media:- LinkedIn - Instagram Slice of Wine is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

In Episode #14 of Slice of Wine, host Jared S. Taylor is joined by Iker Berasaluce, Founder of Iker Wine.Listen to the full episode to learn about: Berasaluce's backgroundHow someone with a PhD in Chemistry moved into the wine spaceWhat being a wine writer and judge is all aboutThe one wine he would drink if he could only drink one for the rest of his lifeWhat are some of his favorite wines at the momentHis thoughts on canned wineLearn more about Iker Berasaluce- InstagramAlso, be sure to follow Slice of Wine on social media:- LinkedIn - Instagram - TikTokSlice of Wine is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

In Episode #13 of Slice of Wine, host Jared S. Taylor is joined by Nick King, Co-Founder & CEO at Vint.Listen to the full episode to learn about: King's backgroundOverview of VintDemocratizing wine as an alternative asset classWhat does that look like?Why is that important?Recent funding roundWho was involvedUse of proceedsWhat's next?Learn more about Vint- Website - LinkedinAlso, be sure to follow Slice of Wine on social media: - LinkedIn - Instagram - TikTokSlice of Wine is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

In this episode host Aimee Cronin is joined again by Serge Lozach, VP-Managing Director, Wine in Motion USA, an Importer of Kopke Port Wines to taste a selection of Kopke Port Wines. Listen to learn about the history, vinification, tasting notes, recommendations and awards of the Kopke Port Wine portfolio! The wines include: 2003 White Colheita 20 Year Old White Port 2002 Tawny Colheita 2012 Tawny Colheita 10 Year Old Tawny 20 Year Old Tawny About LozachBorn into a family of French restaurateurs based in Hell’s Kitchen in New York City, Serge Lozach has had one foot in American culture and one foot in European since birth. Upon graduation from Queens College of the City of New York with degrees in Communications and Political Science, Lozach immediately focused on wine marketing and sales. Over his career, employers included The Hess Collection, Moet Hennessy USA, SOPEXA USA, and Paul Hobbs Imports. In 2006 Lozach was certified WSET (Wine& Spirit Education Trust) level 3 Advanced. In 2018 Lozach was appointed VP and Managing Director of Wine in Motion USA, an importer specializing in the wines of Portugal. The company’s lead brand is Kopke Port, the oldest Port wine house (est. 1638). This Portuguese (as opposed to British) style Port House is an industry leader in the sales and distribution of Colheitas and Aged Ports, with some of Porto’s deepest cellars. Lozach oversees all marketing and sales, including building the brand’s national distribution network.Serge resides in Pawtucket, Rhode Island with his wife Irene and enjoys spending time with his new granddaughter Ellie June. When not working Serge can be found roaming the woods in search of prey with his two Cairn Terriers, Hudson and Farouk.About Kopke Port WineKopke Port Wine (Portugal), est. 1638, is the oldest Port wine house. Located in the upper Douro DOC, a UNESCO Cultural World Heritage site since 2001, Kopke benefits from the imposing geography of the Douro Valley: the plunging valleys allow vines to be planted from altitudes of 1,900 feet on the upper ridges, down to 230 feet alongside the river, with immensely diverse terroirs. Kopke wines are sourced and produced in Quinta São Luiz, one of the most important estates in Douro region. This 300-acre estate has 220 acres planted to traditional Portuguese grape varieties, such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, and Tinta Cão. There are also small plots of Tinta Barroca and Souzão. Kopke is also opening a small inn, The Vine House, at Quinta São Luiz this coming July.Wine in Motion USAKopke Port WinesInstagram: @ kopke1638 Be sure to follow Slice of Wine on social media: LinkedInInstagramTikTokSlice of Wine is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

In Episode #11 of Slice of Wine, host Aimee Cronin is joined by  Lisa Schuster, National Marketing Director at Enovation Brands.Listen to the full episode to learn about: Schuster's background story and expertiseEnovation Brands' backgroundItalian Moscato and it’s current sales trends Learn more about Enovation Brands- Website Also, be sure to follow Slice of Wine on social media: LinkedInInstagramTikTokSlice of Wine is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

In Episode #10 of Slice of Wine, host Aimee Cronin is joined by Bartholomew Broadbent, President & Owner at Broadbent Selections. Listen to the full episode to learn about: Broadbent’s philosophy behind choosing wine companies & vineries from around the worldThe history of Broadbent Bartholomew’s relationship with his father & how he got into the wine industryBroadbent’s journey of importing Vinhou Verde from Portugal Learn more about Broadbent Selections - Website Also, be sure to follow Slice of Wine on social media: LinkedInInstagramTikTokSlice of Wine is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

In Episode #9, Gayle Corrigan of Saperavi USA and importer of Ukranian sparkling wine producer, Artwinery, shares an unbelievable story of resistance and resilience unfolding in real time with Slice of Wine Host, Aimee Cronin.Learn more about Saperavi USA"- Website Gayle's LinkedIn Artwinery- WebsiteAlso, be sure to follow Slice of Wine on social media: LinkedInInstagramTikTokSlice of Wine is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Today's Guest: Serge Lozach, VP-Managing Director, Wine in Motion USA -Importer of Kopke Port WinesListen to discover:How to sell the oldest port wine - Kopke - in the US market?Their new distribution partnership with Skurnik; & how Wine in Motion chooses American distributors for KopkePre-sale techniques: 2022 short listThe art of declaring a vintage (When and why)Tasting with SergeThe benefits for Kopke to be the first Port Wine house to release 50 YOAbout LozachBorn into a family of French restaurateurs based in Hell’s Kitchen in New York City, Serge Lozach has had one foot in American culture and one foot in European since birth. Upon graduation from Queens College of the City of New York with degrees in Communications and Political Science, Lozach immediately focused on wine marketing and sales. Over his career, employers included The Hess Collection, Moet Hennessy USA, SOPEXA USA, and Paul Hobbs Imports. In 2006 Lozach was certified WSET (Wine& Spirit Education Trust) level 3 Advanced. In 2018 Lozach was appointed VP and Managing Director of Wine in Motion USA, an importer specializing in the wines of Portugal. The company’s lead brand is Kopke Port, the oldest Port wine house (est. 1638). This Portuguese (as opposed to British) style Port House is an industry leader in the sales and distribution of Colheitas and Aged Ports, with some of Porto’s deepest cellars. Lozach oversees all marketing and sales, including building the brand’s national distribution network.Serge resides in Pawtucket, Rhode Island with his wife Irene and enjoys spending time with his new granddaughter Ellie June. When not working Serge can be found roaming the woods in search of prey with his two Cairn Terriers, Hudson and Farouk.About Kopke Port WineKopke Port Wine (Portugal), est. 1638, is the oldest Port wine house. Located in the upper Douro DOC, a UNESCO Cultural World Heritage site since 2001, Kopke benefits from the imposing geography of the Douro Valley: the plunging valleys allow vines to be planted from altitudes of 1,900 feet on the upper ridges, down to 230 feet alongside the river, with immensely diverse terroirs. Kopke wines are sourced and produced in Quinta São Luiz, one of the most important estates in Douro region. This 300-acre estate has 220 acres planted to traditional Portuguese grape varieties, such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, and Tinta Cão. There are also small plots of Tinta Barroca and Souzão. Kopke is also opening a small inn, The Vine House, at Quinta São Luiz this coming July.Wine in Motion USA Kopke Port WinesInstagram: @ kopke1638 Be sure to follow Slice of Wine on social media: LinkedInInstagramTikTokSlice of Wine is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Today's Guest: Gary Fisch, Founder & CEO at Gary's Wine & MarketplaceConnect with Gary:LinkedIn (personal)LinkedIn (business)Twitter (business)YouTube (business)Instagram (business)Facebook (business)WebsiteAlso, be sure to follow Slice of Wine on social media: LinkedInInstagramTikTokSlice of Wine is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Today's Guest: Bob Trimble, CEO at La Lumière SelectionsIn this episode you'll learn about:Bob's backgroundMaking wine education accessibleMarketing wine in a controlled stateNetworking in the wine industry ...and much more! Connect with Bob:LinkedIn (personal)LinkedIn (business)Instagram (personal)Instagram (business)Facebook (business)WebsiteAlso, sure to follow Slice of Wine on social media: LinkedInInstagramTikTokSlice of Wine is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.