Ep. 2263 Pierguido Ceste | Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon

Welcome to episode 2263 of the Italian Wine Podcast, and episode 180 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. Marc’s guest today is Pierguido Ceste, , fourth-generation owner of Ceste Winery and chairman of PIWI Piemonte, leading the charge for resistant grape varieties in the region. More about today’s guest: Pierguido Ceste is a fourth-generation winemaker and the chairman of PIWI Piemonte, an association dedicated to promoting resistant grape varieties and sustainable viticulture in Piedmont. As the owner of Ceste Winery, a 36-hectare estate, he balances tradition and innovation, producing classic Barbera, Nebbiolo, Arneis, and Moscato, alongside natural wines, Pet-Nat, orange wines, and dried-grape varieties. In 2010, Ceste Winery became the first in Piedmont to plant PIWI grapes, pioneering the movement for eco-friendly and disease-resistant wines despite challenges from regulators and industry traditionalists. His passion for pushing boundaries in winemaking has made him a sought-after speaker among producers and sommeliers. Beyond classic Piedmontese wines, Ceste's creations include "Tubleu" Langhe Rosso, a unique blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Barbera, as well as a growing selection of PIWI-based wines. Join us as we explore his innovative approach to viticulture, sustainability, and the future of winemaking in Italy. Connect: Website: https://www.cestevini.com/it/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cantina_ceste/ More about the host Marc Millon: Marc Millon, a VIA Italian Wine Ambassador since 2021, is a celebrated expert in the world of wine, food, and travel, boasting nearly 40 years of experience. Born in Mexico to a diverse family—his mother hailing from Hawaii via Korea and his father, an anthropologist, from New York via Paris—Marc was introduced to a rich tapestry of flavors from an early age. Together with his talented photographer wife, Kim, Marc has authored 14 acclaimed books, including the groundbreaking illustrated series The Wine Roads of Europe, The Wine Roads of France, The Wine Roads of Italy (winner of the Premio Barbi Colombini), and The Wine Roads of Spain. His other notable works include The Wine and Food of Europe, The Food Lovers’ Companion Italy, The Food Lovers’ Companion France, and Wine: A Global History. In addition to his writing, Marc is a sought-after speaker and hosts gastronomic cultural tours to Italy and France in partnership with Martin Randall Travel, a leading specialist in cultural travel. Since 2021, he has also been the engaging host of the “Wine, Food, and Travel with Marc Millon” series on the Italian Wine Podcast. When he's not exploring the culinary landscapes of the world, Marc resides along the scenic River Exe in Devon, England. Connect: Website:  https://www.quaypress.uk   https://www.marcmillon.co.uk  https://www.vino.co.uk    https://www.quaypress.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-millon-50868624/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Marc_Millon  _______________________________ Let's keep in touch! Follow Italian Wine Podcast on our social media channels: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/italianwinepodcast/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ItalianWinePodcast  Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/itawinepodcast  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast  If you feel like helping us, donate here: https://www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/  Until next time, Cin Cin! Thanks for listening! This show is all about food and wine pairings, and traveling through Italy with Marc. Join him on this food, wine and cultural journey!