In the grand finale of Season 2, we travel to the heart of Champagne to visit one of the region’s most admired family-owned maisons: Champagne Billecart-Salmon. For over 200 years, this house has been synonymous with elegance, refinement, and savoir-faire.Our guest is Mathieu Rolland-Billecart, seventh-generation family member and current steward of the estate. In this episode, Mathieu shares his personal journey of taking over the family legacy, the importance of innovation within tradition, and how Billecart-Salmon continues to thrive as an independent producer in a globalized Champagne world.Together, we taste and discuss two iconic cuvées: the Brut Réserve, the versatile signature of the house, and the newly released Nicolas François 2012, a prestige cuvée honoring one of the maison’s founders. We also dive into Billecart-Salmon’s close ties with gastronomy and how partnerships with chefs and sommeliers remain central to their success worldwide.Champagne Billecart-Salmon is proudly imported and distributed in the Netherlands by Résidence Wijnen and sold through their retail chain De Gouden Ton — your source for these exceptional Champagnes.An in-depth article about Champagne Billecart-Salmon, including our tasting notes on Nicolas François 2012, can be found on the Dutch Wine Apprentice website (click here for the direct link).
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Grape Masters S02E05 Marqués de Murrieta
In the fifth episode of this season, we visit one of the most celebrated names in Spanish wine: Marqués de Murrieta, a historic estate in Rioja with a global reputation for elegance, craftsmanship, and long-term vision.Our guest is Vicente Dalmau Cebrián-Sagarriga, owner and driving force behind the estate’s modern transformation. In this episode, Vicente shares his personal story—from inheriting the winery at a young age to leading it into a new era of international prestige. Together, we explore how patience, heritage, and innovation converge in the making of wines like Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial and the widely loved Marqués de Murrieta Reserva.We also take a look at the family’s second estate, Pazo de Barrantes, where the philosophy of slow winemaking and terroir expression is equally embraced in their age-worthy Albariños.The wines of Marqués de Murrieta and Pazo de Barrantes are proudly imported and distributed in the Netherlands by Verbunt Verlinden — your go-to source for these outstanding Spanish wines.An in-depth article about Marqués de Murrieta and a full tasting note on Castillo Ygay 2012 can be found on the Dutch Wine Apprentice website, click here for the direct link.
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Special Edition - Nyetimber at ProWein 2025
In this special edition episode of our podcast, we venture to the world’s biggest wine show, ProWein.At the 2025 edition of ProWein in Düsseldorf, we sat down for a glass with Zoë Dearsley, Group Head Brand Ambassador of Nyetimber. This special episode offers an in-depth look at the craftsmanship, innovation, and vision behind Nyetimber’s success. A must-listen for wine enthusiasts, industry professionals, and anyone intrigued by the global rise of English Sparkling Wine.This episode is created in partnership with De Bruijn in Wijnen, Nyetimber’s importer in the Netherlands. To learn more about Grape Masters visit our website, or follow us on Instagram @grapemasters.live
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Grape Masters S02E04 La Rioja Alta S.A.
In the fourth episode of this season, we visit another true icon of Rioja: La Rioja Alta S.A. - one of the region’s most consistent and prestigious wineries, celebrated for its classic Reserva’s and Gran Reserva’s.Our guest is Guillermo de Aranzabal Bittner, sixth-generation member of one of the founding families and the next in line to lead the estate. Together, we explore the past, present, and future of this cornerstone of Rioja winemaking.Renowned for its age-worthy wines and unwavering commitment to quality, La Rioja Alta S.A. is built on a foundation of family, balance, and long-term vision. Join us as we discover what continues to set this historic winery apart as one of Spain’s most respected producers.For an in-depth exploration of La Rioja Alta S.A., and the wine we shared, visit the Dutch Wine Apprentice website. Their wines are imported and distributed in the Netherlands by Anfors Imperial.
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Grape Masters S02E03 Bodegas Muga
In the third episode of this season, we head to La Rioja, one of Spain’s most iconic wine regions, to uncover the story behind one of its true classics: Bodegas Muga.Our guest is Manuel Muga, commercial director and third-generation member of the Muga family - one of the key families that helped shape the identity and reputation of Rioja.While Bodegas Muga is undeniably a cornerstone of the region, this interview goes beyond their historical success. It offers fresh insight into the values, vision, and innovation that continue to drive the winery forward.For an in-depth exploration of Bodegas Muga, and the wine we shared, visit the Dutch Wine Apprentice website. Their wines are imported and distributed in the Netherlands by Wijnimport Bart.
Grape Masters, by Dutch Wine Apprentice, brings you exclusive interviews with leading wineries and iconic winemakers. Through 1:1 interviews we learn what is the key behind their success, share behind the scene insights and personal stories. Join us and learn from the best of the best, while enjoying a glass of wine!
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