Welcome to another exciting bonus episode of Beats Vines & Life! I'm your host, MJ Towler, and today we're broadcasting live from the vibrant Vinexpo in New York City. We're diving into the world of wine and spirits with a stellar lineup of guests, all shining lights in the industry. Join us as we chat with Sylvain Faureau, the Director of Marketing & Communications for Vineposium, about organizing global business-to-business events that connect buyers and producers. We'll explore emerging markets, the expansion into the spirits industry, and their ambitious focus on Latin America. We'll also meet Christoff, sharing insights into the intricate world of French wines, and Guillermo, who brings stories from Spain’s top wine regions. Don't miss our deep dive into Georgian winemaking with Alexander Mackvishili, a fascinating discussion on Rhone Valley wines with Claude Chabran, and a taste of Slovenia with our guest Tatjana, who brought a 1971 Pinot Blanc. From the dynamic culture surrounding events like Vinexpo to unique winemaking techniques and the passion driving the industry forward, this episode is packed with valuable insights and delightful anecdotes that will enrich your appreciation for wine. So grab a glass and let's toast to another enriching episode! --- A Massive THANK YOU to VINEXPO AMERICA For more information about upcoming Vinexposium events click the link! Thank you to Sylvain Faureau, Christophe Tassan, Tatjana Puklavec, Alexandre Margvelashvili, Claude Chabran, Guillermo Planas, Manilay Saito, Benoît Fitte and Theotime Serant. ____________________________________________________________ Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers!  Subscribe and give Beats Vines and Life a five-star review on whichever platform you listen to. For insider info from MJ and exclusive content from the show, sign up at  blackwineguy.com Follow MJ @blackwineguy Follow Beats Vines and Life @beatsvinesandlife Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.