Today on Unwined with Mandi, we’re taking a deep dive into the wines of Portugal — a country that continues to surprise with its diversity, quality, and strong sense of identity.

We’ll start by exploring one of Portugal’s most important contributions to the wine world: cork. It’s something we often take for granted, but it plays a critical role in winemaking, sustainability, and wine aging. Joining me is Raul Valle from Amorim, one of the world’s leading cork producers, to explain why cork matters more than ever.

We’ll then head to the north of Portugal, to the Vinho Verde region, where Antonio Mendonça from Soalheiro will share his perspective on their winemaking philosophy and why the people behind the wines are just as important as the land itself.

And finally, if Portugal is on your travel list (and it should be), we’ll help you plan the perfect visit. Ricardo Freitas from Deltatur will walk us through how to navigate the wine regions — from Porto to the Douro Valley and beyond — and how to make the most of the experience

With Earth Day around the corner, this week’s show explores how sustainability is shaping the world of wine — from the vineyard, to the bottle, and even into the heart of the city.

Mandi speaks with Baptiste Meyniel of Domaine Haute Févrie in Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine about sustainable farming practices in the Loire Valley and how they influence the wines we drink.

She’s also joined by Raul Valle from Amorim, who shares fascinating insights into cork — from how it’s harvested to its environmental impact, and why it remains one of the most important materials in the wine industry.

And closer to home, Véronique Lemieux discusses her innovative Vignes en Ville project, which brings vineyards to unexpected places — including rooftops in Montreal — redefining how we think about wine, sustainability, and urban spaces.

It’s a thoughtful and engaging look at how tradition, innovation, and environmental awareness are shaping the future of wine.

Today’s show is all about storytelling—because behind every great bottle of wine, there’s a voice, a place, and a purpose.

We’re kicking things off with one of the most respected voices in the wine world, Jacky Blisson MW. She’s joining us to talk about her brand-new YouTube docuseries, The Wine Resistance—a powerful look at the people reshaping the future of wine, one vineyard at a time.

Then, we’re heading down to South America for a taste of Chile, where I’ll be speaking with Mrs. Aida Toro of Chocalan Wines. She’ll share the story behind her winery, her passion, and what makes Chilean wine so compelling right now.

And we won’t stop there—because we’re also making our way to Uruguay, one of the most exciting emerging wine regions today. I’ll be joined by Alec Griffith from Bodega Garzón to talk about what’s putting this coastal region firmly on the global wine map.