Welcome to Episode 2473 of the Italian Wine Podcast in which Jessica Dupuy interviews Amanda Barnes MW at TEXSOM 2025. This episode focuses on the wines of South America, Amanda’s transition from the UK to South America, her career in journalism, the journey to becoming a Master of Wine, and her relationship with Italian wines.
The Italian Wine Podcast is proud to be a Media Partner of TEXSOM for the second year in a row, supporting one of the most influential wine events in North America.
Join us at TEXSOM 2025 as Texas-based wine journalist Jessica Dupuy interviews top writers, journalists, sommeliers, and wine professionals at this highly influential wine event. In this special series, Jessica will delve into the experiences and insights of key attendees, exploring career paths, challenges, and the latest trends in the wine industry.
This special TEXSOM series is made possible thanks to the support of the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Uncork Texas Wines program, celebrating and promoting the vibrant culture of Texas wine.
More about today’s guest:
Amanda is an award-winning wine writer, presenter, and consultant. Originally from Hampshire, England, she has been based in South America since 2009 and is widely recognized as a leading authority on the region’s wines. She is also the first Master of Wine to earn the prestigious qualification while living in South America. Author of The South America Wine Guide: The Definitive Guide to Wine in Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Brazil, Bolivia & Peru, Amanda has explored wine regions both well-known and undiscovered. A multimedia journalist, she works across video, audio, and print, serving as a key correspondent for major UK and US wine publications and books. She is also the Regional Chair for Chile at the Decanter World Wine Awards.
Beyond journalism and wine criticism, Amanda is a sought-after educator and host, leading tastings and wine events around the world. She also consults internationally on wine lists, programs, and events, helping shape the global conversation on South American wine and beyond.
Connect:
Website: https://www.amandabarnes.co.uk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amanda_wine/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AmandaBarnesWine
More about today’s host:
Jessica Dupuy covers wine, spirits, and travel from Austin, Texas. She holds a Diploma with the Wine and Spirit Educational Trust, is a Certified Sommelier through the Court of Master Sommeliers, and a Certified Specialist of Wine and Spirits through the Society of Wine Educators. Dupuy’s work has appeared in Food & Wine, Wine Enthusiast, Imbibe, Texas Monthly, Forbes, SevenFifty Daily, GuildSomm, VinePair, and Southern Living. She recently published, The Wines of Southwest USA in addition to six regional cookbooks. Her forthcoming book, Italianity, with co-author Andrea Lonardi MW explores and celebrates the culture of Italian wine. (Release Spring 2026). She also co-hosts podcast, Another Bottle Down.
Connect:
Website: https://www.jessicadupuy.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-norman-dupuy-86486a4/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicandupuy/#
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