Dropyn - Wine Chat from Wales
Dylan, Llinos and Osian chat about wine from their small shop 'Gwin Dylanwad Wine' in Dolgellau, Wales. They have been importing wines from Europe for over 25 years. Expect snippets about life in our beautiful Welsh town and talk about wine they love. They will also host winemakers who visit from Europe as well as Welsh winemakers to find out the finer details about wine making. The highs, lows and finer details as well as tracking the progress of new wine makers in Wales. It is a fun and casual look at wine and we can also get quite nerdy as we explore and find out about some of the more unusual details of the wine world. Come and learn with us!
Episodes
Dyma Rhys o Gwinllan Y Dyffryn yn Nyffryn Clwyd yn rhannu y hanes o fo a'i wraig Gwen yn penderfynu tyfu grawnwin.
Cawsom noson hamddenol a hwyl gyda Rhys yn blasu yn Dylanwad cyn iddo ddod i'r 'stiwdio' i recordio podlediad i ni. Mae'n son am y tirwedd arbennig sy'n cyfrannu i lwyddiant y winllan yn ogystal a'r penderfyniadau diddorol o rawnwin sy'n gallu ffynnu yn ein hinsawdd ni yng Nghymru.
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In our latest episode of the Dropyn Wine Chat, we’re briefly embracing the summer with a conversation about why chilled red wines deserve a place in your fridge.
Then we move on to introduce one of our newest producers, Weingut Wohlgemuth-Schnürr from Germany, and explore the fascinating world of PIWI grape varieties – innovative, disease-resistant vines that are helping shape the future of sustainable winemaking. ...
What do bread, beer, and wine have in common? They're all brought to life through the incredible process of fermentation, thanks to the mighty yeast! In this episode, we dive headfirst into the fascinating, and admittedly complex, world of wine fermentation. You might wonder how we can fill an entire podcast with the subject of yeast, but trust us—it's easier than you think, especially when Llinos gets a bottle open!
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In this episode of the podcast, Osian, Pip and Jack look back on the Dylanwad staff trip to the vineyards of the Loire Valley in March. From underground cellars and family-run wineries to food and memorable tastings, they share their experiences exploring one of France’s most diverse and historic wine regions. Expect relaxed conversation, a few laughs, behind-the-scenes stories from the trip, and a closer look at the wines, p...
Welcome to another exciting episode of our podcast, where your hosts Dylan and Osian sit down with Woody from Montgomery Vineyard for an engaging exploration of winemaking in Wales.
We have been buying from Woody for years now and this vineyard is known for its exceptional elevation, it boasts unique growing conditions that imbue their wines with distinct characteristics. In this lively conversation, Woody shares the intricaci...
How do you like your wine presented? Wine in a bottle, can, box or bag? Does it bother you? After a chat about Wine Paris and Raw we move on to discuss what can be quite a controversial - or should we say emotional? - topic would you believe.
There are many choices out there so what should you choose and why? From ease of use to sustainability in the wine world we taste, tease and weigh up the pros and cons of different packag...
So, Osian had an idea for a little game! We had to choose a set of wines for each other and then think of ideal meals to match!
Will we have enough to say? You can't stop us! There's so much fun to be had discussing why you choose a certain wine with a certain food. What you have to remember is not to be too serious about it and also drink what you like.
Join us to listen to the sometimes quirky choices and some of the stories ...
Welcome to a lesser known area of Italy which produces some really good wines. We have slotted in a little interview with Marco from Tenuta Santori winery from when he visited us in November 2025. His wines are truly impressive and great care is taken right down to the beautiful labels, have a look at Marco's Wines on our website.
Dropyn – Gwin Dylanwad Wine Chat is recorded in our little wine shop in Dol...
Who remembers Cloudy Bay? Pip joins Dylan and Osian for this episode. Pip joined the team 3 years ago and is a big Sauvignon fan. From the traditional Sancerre to the famous and very popular Marlborough style from New Zealand, this aromatic grape is to be found everywhere.
They chat about its popularity - waning with some, however, still sold in most bars and restaurants - and even touch on a Sauvignon Scandal!
Diolch am wrando, than...
Do you know what a qvervi is? Join us for an exciting episode of our podcast as we uncork the rich history and unique flavours of Georgian wine, with a focus on the renowned wines from Twins Wine House. Nestled in the heart of the Kakheti region, Twins Wine House is celebrated for its traditional wine-making techniques using qvevri—large clay vessels buried underground. Whether you're a wine aficionado or a curious newcomer, ...
What do ducks have to do with wine?? In this episode, we dive into the world of Avondale Wines from South Africa — a pioneering estate known for its commitment to organic and biodynamic farming. We chat about their philosophy, their stunning wines, and why their approach has gained so much admiration.
True to form, we also wander off down a few side paths… including a friendly digression into what biodynamics actually m...
Quim is the owner of Martin Freixa Wines and he loves Dolgellau! Osian and Llinos chat to him about the very special organic Cava from Miquel Pons which Tim Atkin has listed in his top Cavas.
Also, we learn about Quim's own special wines from Rioja and Monsant. It's so hard to get all of the details into 30 minutes because there is so much to learn about these wines.
Dropyn – Gwin Dylanwad Wine Chat is rec...
Croeso! Welcome! In our very first episode of Dropyn – Gwin Dylanwad Wine Chat, Dylan, Llinos and Osian sit down in our little wine shop, Gwin Dylanwad Wine, in Dolgellau to talk about wines that thrive high above sea level. From the dramatic slopes of Mendoza to the rugged mountains of Greece, and the elegant hilltop vineyards of I Fabbri in Chianti, we explore how altitude shapes flavour, freshness, and finesse.
It’s t...
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