{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":300,"width":600,"title":"Schioppettino: Friuli\u2019s Peppery Secret and the Women Preserving It","description":"In this episode of Uncork Your Mind, Debbie Gioquindo, the Hudson Valley Wine Goddess, travels virtually to Italy\u2019s Friuli Venezia Giulia region to speak with Francesca Mecchia of Vigna Petrussa Winery. Together, we dive into the story of Schioppettino, one of Italy\u2019s most fascinating indigenous red grapes known for its black pepper spice, elegance, freshness, and incredible food pairing versatility. Francesca shares the history of her family\u2019s all-female winery, how Schioppettino was brought back from near extinction, and why preserving indigenous grapes is so important for the future of wine. The conversation also explores: \u2022 Friuli\u2019s unique terroir and Ponca soil \u2022 Traditional and modern winemaking practices \u2022 Climate change in the vineyard \u2022 The rise of quality-focused wine consumers \u2022 Why wines with a sense of place matter more than ever If you enjoy discovering hidden wine gems and hearing the stories behind the bottle, pour yourself a glass and join us for this fascinating conversation from northeastern Italy. Learn more about Vigna Petrussa at: https:\/\/www.vignapetrussa.it\/ Uncork Your Mind is a podcast for curious wine lovers \u2014 the stories, the people, and the grapes worth knowing. ","author_name":"Uncork Your Mind","author_url":"http:\/\/uncorkyourmind.libsyn.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/41452355\/height\/300\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"300\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/202383330"}