The DRINKS Podcast: The Business of Online Alcohol
Your definitive source for digital transformation in the alcohol industry.
Hosted by Rami Jubran, Chief of Staff at DRINKS, this series explores how technology is reshaping alcohol commerce.
The alcohol business is at an inflection point. The way people discover brands, how they research what to buy, where they actually make purchases, it's all shifting. And honestly, a lot of traditional approaches just aren't working the way they used to.
Every week, we’ll talk with founders, operators, and executives who are figuring this out in real time. Some are finding real success with new strategies, others are learning expensive lessons, but they're all navigating the same fundamental challenge: how do you build a sustainable alcohol business in a digital world?
Whether you're running a winery exploring eCommerce, looking to add alcohol as a new category at a retailer, or building technology for regulated industries, these conversations give you the context you need to understand where this industry is heading.
The DRINKS Podcast: The Business of Online Alcohol
Italy's Wine Landscape: Innovation, E-Commerce, and Biodiversity - 020
In this episode, Brandon Amoroso sits down with Gaetano Peragine, Founder and Managing Director of Straitalian Winemakers, to explore the intricate world of Italian wine. Gaetano shares his journey from the media industry to revolutionizing the wine business, tackling challenges like supply chain disruptions during COVID-19, and leveraging e-commerce and AI to connect with modern consumers. Discover how Straitalian Winemakers is bridging tradition with innovation to make Italian wines more accessible and approachable for a global audience.
Here's what you'll learn:
💡 Innovative approaches to engaging customers through farming experiences and brand loyalty
🛒 Challenges and opportunities in leveraging e-commerce tools in the Italian wine market
🤖 Potential applications of AI in enhancing customer education and personalized wine recommendations
📜 Navigating complex wine regulations and simplifying appellations for consumer understanding
🍷 Strategies to make wine more approachable for younger generations and non-traditional consumers
🌱 The role of biodynamic and natural wines in today's market and their niche growth
🌦️ Effects of climate and weather on wine production and pricing
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