Ep. 2232 Manuela Clarizia | Everybody Needs A Bit Of Scienza

Content Analysis Key Themes and Main Ideas 1. The application of grape genetics in combating viticultural diseases. 2. Utilizing Italian grape varieties for climate change adaptation in winemaking. 3. The study and re-evaluation of ancient grape varieties. 4. The ""everybody needs a bit of Shenza"" segment as a Q&A platform for viticultural science. Summary This segment, ""everybody needs a bit of Shenza,"" from the Italian Wine Podcast features Professor Atilio Shenza, the ""Chief Scientist,"" answering questions from the Italy International Academy community. Hosted by Carla Ravanello, the episode addresses two key inquiries. The first question, from Manuela Claritzia, asks about specific Italian grape varieties whose genetic traits could be valuable for breeding programs aimed at combating disease and adapting to climate change. The second question delves into Professor Shenza's studies on ancient Greek varieties, inquiring if he has encountered any that have been misunderstood or incorrectly classified. The segment focuses on technical aspects of viticulture, grape genetics, and the historical classification of varieties. Takeaways * The Italian Wine Podcast includes a segment dedicated to answering scientific questions from its community, featuring Professor Atilio Shenza. * Discussions revolve around advanced viticulture, specifically the genetic potential of Italian grapes for disease resistance and climate adaptation. * The re-examination of ancient grape varieties and their classification is a topic of scientific interest. * The podcast serves as a platform for experts to share knowledge on complex viticultural challenges. Notable Quotes * ""Are there any examples of Italian grapes, whose genetic traits you think could be particularly valuable for breeding programs aiming at combating disease you are adapting to climate change?"