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The Tipple - Raising the glass podcast

Sally get on Raising the Glass and answers questions about wines and bold life moves

Rebecca Oliver Mooney

12 Aug 2025

Welcome to The Tipple; Rasing the Glass’ short pour, where we take a closer look at the people, trends and ideas shaping our industry.


In this episode, ROM chats with Sally Evans, who swapped corporate life to live the dream as a winemaker in Bordeaux.


Sally tells us how she navigated this bold move, theresilience it required, and the joy she’s found in building both her wine and community. From mentorship to taking calculated risks, she opens up about the learning curve that comes with starting fresh – and the deep fulfilment offollowing a passion.


Here’s what you’ll take away:

• Sally transitioned from a corporate career to winemakingin Bordeaux.

• Resilience and self-belief are key in facing new challenges.

• Lifelong learning fuels both personal and professional growth.

• Mentorship can guide and ground you during big transitions.

• Taking risks can lead to truly rewarding adventures.

• Not everything goes well, but that’s ok

• Networking with women in wine has been instrumental.


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We hope you enjoy our little tipple!


LINKS

For more about Sally’s winery, her wines and to visit Château George7:  www.chateaugeorge7.com

For more information and resources on midlife change: https://www.sallyevans.co.uk/


This podcast is available on Apple pocast at https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=1754218233&i=1000721623298

Excessive alcohol consumption is dangerous for your health. Drink responsibly.

©2025 by Château George 7

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