In this in-depth episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Charles Curtis MW—author, former Head of Wine at Christie’s in New York and Hong Kong, Burgundy and Champagne expert, and one of the most respected wine consultants in the world. With decades of experience spanning the restaurant world, wholesale trade, global auction houses, and private cellar advisory, Charles offers a rare perspective on how fine wine is collected, valued, and appreciated at the highest levels. This conversation spans the evolution of Burgundy and Champagne, the future of vineyard classification, and the challenges and opportunities facing collectors and producers alike.

Key Topics:

• How Burgundy and Champagne are adapting to climate change
• Charles' most impactful consulting projects and cellar inspections
• The evolution of domain-bottling in Champagne and the role of grower producers
• A behind-the-scenes look at his influential books, including Vintage Champagne: 1899–2019 and the forthcoming Atlas of the Greater Côte des Blancs
• Why maps and historical vineyard classifications still matter in Burgundy
• His top picks for value in Burgundy—and where collectors should look next

This episode offers a rare window into the mind of one of the wine world’s most respected figures, blending market insight, regional expertise, and personal stories from decades at the top of the trade.

📍 Wine news highlights include:

• Louis Roederer’s new Brut Nature project and packaging overhaul
• Burgundy vineyard land prices hit new records for the 28th consecutive year

Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction to the Vin Wine Podcast
00:29 Billy Lanco's MW Exam Experience
03:12 Guest Introduction: Charles Curtis, Master of Wine
03:47 Event Marketplace News
06:46 Discussion on Champagne and Burgundy
10:56 Interview with Charles Curtis: Career Journey
20:40 Charles Curtis on Wine Consulting and Market Trends
28:38 Shifts in the Asian Wine Market
29:27 The Burgundy Book Project
34:04 Evolution of Burgundy Winemaking
38:44 Exploring Value in Burgundy Wines
41:34 Champagne: Past and Future
52:03 Challenges and Trends in Grower Champagne
57:35 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

🎙 Hosted by Brady Weller and Billy Galanko
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In this episode of Five Questions, presented by the Vint Marketplace, we welcome Charles Curtis MW—renowned wine consultant, author, and authority on Burgundy and Champagne.

Charles shares his expertise on how maps help decode complex wine regions, how vintages like 2012 in Champagneand 2019 in Burgundy are shaping collector trends, and why lesser-known regions like New York’s Finger Lakes and Germany’s Mosel deserve your attention.

Highlights include:

• His top current-release and historic vintages in both Burgundy and Champagne
• Why 2017 Burgundy is a sleeper vintage for wine lists today
• The importance of geographic context in understanding terroir
• Insights from his upcoming books, including one focused entirely on Champagne
• Domestic favorites: Willamette Valley Pinot Noir and Finger Lakes Riesling

Whether you're a collector, a Burgundy obsessive, or just looking for your next great bottle, this fast-paced interview offers expert perspective in just a few minutes.

About the Guest:
Charles Curtis MW is a Master of Wine, former Head of Wine at Christie’s Americas and Asia, and author of Vintage Champagne: 1899–2019 and The Original Grand Crus of Burgundy. He contributes regularly to Decanter and other top wine publications.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Vent Wine Podcast
00:19 Welcome to Five Questions
00:43 Interview with Charles Curtis MW
00:48 Focus on Burgundy and Champagne
01:34 Importance of Maps in Wine Regions
02:46 Favorite Vintages in Burgundy and Champagne
05:31 Exploring Other Wine Regions
06:27 Conclusion

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The Vint Wine Podcast is a production of the Vint Marketplace, your source for the highest quality stock of fine wines and rare whiskies. Visit www.vintmarketplace.com.

To learn more about Vint and the Vint Marketplace, visit us at Vintmarketplace.com or email Brady Weller at brady@vint.co, or Billy Galanko at Billy@vintmarketplace.com.

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In this episode of The Vint Wine Podcast, we welcome Adrian Bridge, CEO of the Fladgate Partnership, the historic company behind Taylor Fladgate, Fonseca, and Croft. With over 300 years of winemaking legacy, Adrian offers a fascinating look at the past, present, and future of Port—one of the world’s most iconic and ageworthy wine styles.

You’ll hear about:
• The evolution of Taylor Fladgate and the birth of Port as a global category
• How vintage declarations work and why 1992, 1994, and 2011 were standout years
• The development of white and rosé Port, including the Croft Pink revolution
• Scion: the extraordinary 1855 Port discovered in a forgotten cellar
• Adrian’s personal collection of 9,000-year-old drinking vessels
• The story behind the Yeatman Hotel and World of Wine museum in Porto
• How the Porto Protocol is uniting the global wine industry around climate action

Whether you're new to Port or a seasoned collector, this is an essential listen that connects centuries of tradition with today’s innovations.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Vint Wine Podcast
00:53 Hosts' Weekend Wine Adventures
02:46 Wine Tasting Experiences in Healdsburg
11:14 News in the Wine World
13:36 Interview with Adrian Bridge: CEO of the Flag Gate Partnership
29:24 Exploring Porto and the Douro Valley
29:52 The Yeatman Hotel and Tourism Efforts
31:01 Porto's Historical and Cultural Richness
32:57 The World of Wine Museum
33:43 Personal Collections and Drinking Vessels
38:02 The Beauty and Tradition of the Douro Valley
39:11 Innovations in Port Production
40:31 The Story of Rose Port
43:13 The Scion Bottling and Historical Ports
47:06 Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) Port
50:06 Vintage Port and Standout Years
55:58 The Rise of Portuguese Table Wines
57:50 The Porto Protocol and Climate Change
01:02:01 Conclusion and Future Episodes

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The Vint Wine Podcast is a production of the Vint Marketplace, your source for the highest quality stock of fine wines and rare whiskies. Visit www.vintmarketplace.com.

To learn more about Vint and the Vint Marketplace, visit us at Vintmarketplace.com or email Brady Weller at brady@vint.co, or Billy Galanko at Billy@vintmarketplace.com.

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