A wine podcast bringing the joys of wine to wherever you are in the world. This is the place for fun, casual wine conversations, with tips, wine facts and wine tasting to inspire your next bottle of wine or vineyard visit. Listen to Winemakers, Sommeliers and Master of Wines who share their extensive knowledge, talking about wine regions and their terroir, their favourite wine pairings and winemaking techniques. This podcast is ideal for anyone starting their wine journey and studying WSET level 1 and 2 or just some great revision for those of you going even further. So grab that wine glass and lets get stuck in!
Episodes
Monday Mar 07, 2022
Monday Mar 07, 2022
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This episode is part two with Quintessa winemaker Rebekah Wineburg. We are listening to Rebekah talk about what it is like as a winemaker to make wine in great vintages and challenging ones. How they dealt with the Napa Fire of 2017 and how they are preparing for future ones. We compare the two vintages 2017 and 2018 in detail as I have both bottles of Quintessa to try. We talk about what each Bordeaux grape variety adds to the blend and how the soils affect these flavours with a focus on soil mapping with the help of Soil celebrity Dr Pedro Parra.
If you want to skip ahead:
2.13: Chat with Rebekah
2.29: The highs and the lows of a winemakers during great and challenging vintages with talk between the 2017 and 2018 vintage throughout
5.00: The Napa Valley fire of 2017
6.46: How to be more prepared in a winery for fires
7.23: Being a family in Quintessa
11.45: Quintessa Harvest Opening Ceremony
14.23: Tasting the Quintessa 2017 and 2018 – comparison of the years and how this affects the flavours in the wine and talking about the different soils and what they add
Quintessa 2017 £187 Tannico, Crump Richmond & Shaw Fine Wines (half bottles -Hedonism)
Quintessa 2018 £150 Uncorked, Cru World Wine London, uh, Farr Vintners, Burnett & Herbert Fine Wines
22.00: Working with Dr Pedro Parra (Soil specialist)
22.41: Mapping out the soils in the vineyard, how it is done and how it can benefit the wines in the future
31.45: Comparing Bordeaux to Napa Valley in terms of Bordeaux blends
35.30: Phenolics in Cabernet Sauvignon
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Monday Feb 28, 2022
Monday Feb 28, 2022
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This episode is part one with Quintessa winemaker Rebekah Wineburg. We are comparing wine regions to Napa Valley, looking at the differences of Sauvignon Blanc in Napa compared to New Zealand and talking about Biodynamics in the vineyard. Alongside this you will learn about Sauvignon Musque, how fermentation vessels affect the flavour of wine, and who Rebekah's inspiration and mentor has been in the wine world. I am also tasting the incredible Illumination, which is a very special Sauvignon Blend.
If you want to skip ahead:
1.58: Chat with Rebekah
3.34: How Rebekah got the idea to become a winemaker
5.43: What makes New Zealand special in terms of vines and vineyards
6.46: Comparing Oregon to Napa Valley
8.21: The effect of the droughts in Napa Valley
11.56: Why is Quintessa Estate so unique?
19.52: What does Biodynamics mean to Quintessa
24.39: Talking about a few of the Biodynamic preps used in the vineyard
28.17: Talking about the Illumination 2018 and what is Sauvignon Musque
Illumination 2018 £37.50 Ally Wines
31.00: How different fermentation vessels affect the wine
25.25: The label of Illumination coming from the book of Kells
36.12: Women history month, and Rebekah’s female mentor
40.34: How Sauvignon Blanc is different in Napa Valley V New Zealand
43.20: Explaining who Celia Welsh is
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Monday Feb 21, 2022
Monday Feb 21, 2022
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This episode is part two with Natalie Maclean, award-winning wine writer and presenter. She is taking us through the wines of Canada with a big focus on Canadas largest wine region ONTARIO and the ICE WINE that is made here. You will hear lots of top wineries mentioned so you know who to visit or try if you can find a bottle.
If you want to skip ahead:
1.45: My winery of the week: Stratus Vineyards
3.54: Tasting The Stratus Cabernet Franc 2017 £28.85 Vinvm
6.19: Chat with Natalie
7.01: Stats on Canadian wine
8.31: Climate and wine regions in Ontario
9.43: Ice wine
18.59: A mention about Quebec and Nova Scotia
20.30: The Sub appellations of Ontario in more detail
25.30: One of Natalies favourite wineries: Featherstone Estate Winery
28.44: The grape varieties of Canada
31.07: The grapes used in Ice wine
33.14: Hybrids, Vitis Lambrusca and BACO NOIR
34.56: The future for Canadian wine
To learn more about Wines of Canada: https://winecountryontario.ca/
To go to Natalie's website: https://www.nataliemaclean.com/
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Monday Feb 14, 2022
Monday Feb 14, 2022
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Today's episode is all about fun, memorable and interesting wine stories. This is no wonder, as I am talking with Natalie Maclean, award-winning wine writer and presenter who has such a way with words. We are talking about her two books, her online wine pairing course and of course I squeeze her for loads of wine drinking tips for you all.
If you want to skip ahead:
1.41: Chat with Natalie
2.31: How Cypres trees and Italian wine got Natalie into the wine industry
5.11: A day in the life of Natalie
8.15: Presenting wine on TV
13.45: What stories are in Natalies first book, and what you can learn.
Red, white and drunk all over: a wine soaked journey from grape to glass
15.00: Time in the cellars of Domaine de la Romanée-conti
18.21: What you will find in Natalies 2nd book: Unquenchable: a tipsy quest for the world's best bargain wine. and some tips of where to find the best bargain wine
20.15: Some funny and memorable stories with winemakers
24.00: Why you can get great bargain wine in Sicily
26.14: Best wineries/areas that Natalie has visited
30.50: Advise on how to pick wine in a wine shop
33.48: Tips on how to improve your wine tasting skills
38.19: Favourite wine glass
40.10: Amazing cheese and wine pairings to try
43.10: Natalies perfect wine pairings with specific books (my favourite part)
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Monday Feb 07, 2022
Monday Feb 07, 2022
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Today I am going to go through the Oldest 10 wineries of the world that are still in operation today. Of course I want you to learn more than just the wineries so you will also learn quite a bit about different wine labels and what that will mean to the flavour of the wine, along with some talk about different wine regions such as comparing Riesling when grown in the Mosel V Rheingau and as I'm tasting a rather tasty Müller-Thurgau, we are going to talk about this too.
If you want to skip ahead:
1.45: The oldest winery in the world: Staffelter Hof
6.15: What is Müller-Thurgau and what does it taste like
7.35: Tasting of the Staffelter Hof - It's Muller Time 'Sandersstruck' 2020 £27 Modal wines
12.29: Château de Goulaine
13.00: What is Muscadet, the grape variety and its flavours. Plus a little on Vouvray and Sauvignon within the Loire Valley
15.45: Schloss Johanisberg and understading the difference in Riesling wines when grown in the Mosel V Rheingau regions of Germany
18.09: Understanding the Qualitätswein mit Prädikat system and what it means when you see Kabinett, Spätlese or Auslese on the bottle
23.58: Barone Ricasoli
26.00: What does Gran Selezione mean in Chianti Classico wines?
28.12: Antinori and some tips of where to visit when in Chianti
33.10: A quick run down of the the 5th to 10th oldest wineries in the world
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Monday Jan 31, 2022
Monday Jan 31, 2022
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This is part 2 with the amazing winemaker of Le Riche Winery; Christo Le Riche. He is president of the Stellenbosch Cabernet Collective and so has kindly agreed to talk us through the different subregions of Stellenbosch, explaining how the different terroirs and microclimates affect Cab Sav, whilst I taste several Cabernet Sauvignons from a few other producers in the area.
It is quite hard to skip ahead in this episode as there is just so much information about regions, climates, history, external influences and lots of wineries for you to get to know. We also touch on what the Stellenbosch Cabernet Collective is all about and also even on sustainability and heavy glass. Find the wines below that we focus on and try:
Jordan, The Long Fuse Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 £17.95 winedirect.co.uk
Warwick Estate, The Blue Lady Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 £24.95 winedirect.co.uk
Spier, 21 Gables Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 R1,860.00 shop.spier.co.za
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Monday Jan 24, 2022
Monday Jan 24, 2022
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The is such a great episode. I have Christo Le Riche, winemaker of Le Riche winery joining me and he has so much to say about Cabernet Sauvignon and how he goes about making the best and age worthy versions. He has worked in Bordeaux, Napa Valley and of course Stellenbosch (where Le Riche is based) and so in this episode he talks about the differences of Cabernet across these 3 regions. There is also loads of name dropping of wonderful winemakers as he discusses the Vinters Surf Classic, so brace yourself, as there is so much in this episode.
If you want to skip ahead:
2.06 How do identify Cabernet Sauvignon in a blind tasting
3.08 Chat with Christo
3.55 The story of Christo’s father and working at Rustenberg
7.09 Growing up on the farm at Rustenberg
9.01 The Vintners Surf Classic
12.25 Deciding to be a winemaker
13.56 Christo’s incredible work experience in South Africa and then abroad
19.30 The differences of Cabernet Sauvignon across Bordeaux, Napa and Stellenbosch.
23.59 What makes Cabernet Sauvignon special
26.03 Lessons learnt when working with Cabernet Sauvignon
28.24 Tasting Le Riche Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 £38.75 Drinkfinder.co.uk
33.12 The use of oak in Christo’s wines and in Cabernet in general
36.15 Le Riche winery
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Monday Jan 17, 2022
Monday Jan 17, 2022
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This is part two with wine writer Jess Lamb, and as she love fizz, we are talking all about Tasmanian Sparkling wine. We are tasting 3 wines from The House of Arras who are a winery that you need to know about and try.
If you want to skip ahead:
0.32: Tasmanian wine facts and statistics
2.13: Chat with Jess
3.05: Context of Sparkling wine in Australia
5.49: Why Tasmania is perfect for sparkling wine and the history of the first sparkling wine there
8.52: Outside investment to develop new world sparkling wine regions
11.20: House of Arras
13.43: The importance of lees ageing with sparkling wine
14.34: Tasting the `A` By Arras Premium Cuvée NV, £19.95 Wine Republic
18.00: Food pairings
22.38: Tasting the House of Arras Blanc de Blanc MV £22.95 Wine Republic
25.10: Food pairings with Blanc de Blanc
26.43: The award winning winemaker at House of Arras, Ed Carr
30.36: Tasting the House of Arras Brut Elite Cuvée NV £19.99 Mix Six Majestic
34.02: Food pairing with last wine
36.23: The weather conditions in Tasmania, the topography and the main region
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Monday Jan 10, 2022
Monday Jan 10, 2022
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HAPPY NEW TO YOU ALL. WELCOME TO THE FIRST EPISODE OF 2022!
This episode I am chatting with the very lovely Jess Lamb. She is a wine writer who has just completed her WSET diploma, so we are talking about two things, her writing and one of the last wine exams on sparkling wine. If you are wanting to hear about getting into the wine industry through writing, or listen to Jess giving some tips for how to put pen to paper and her perspective on the power of words, this episode will appeal to you. 24 minutes in we get onto the Sparkling wine exams, and we discuss the different styles you can find, and how to differenciate between them all. There is also a big focus on Moscato d’asti and Braccheto d’Acqui at the end. Grab a bottle of fizz and enjoy!
If you want to skip ahead:
2.48: Chat with Jess
4.14: Story of Jess’ transition into wine from agriculture in New Zealand (and NZ influence on the wine industry)
7.55: Starting the write in the wine industry
9.37: Working at Chelsea Vintners
14.48: Where to find Jess Lambs writing
16.31: Why words and writing has power
17.44: Tips for writing and getting thoughts onto paper
21.35: Taking the WSET Diploma
24.13: The Sparkling wine exam and advice
26.35: The different styles of sparkling wines
28:21 Sparkling Shiraz V Lambrusco
29.54: List of all previous episodes on Sparkling wines to go back to
31.00: The great value traditional method sparkling wines
34.33: Asti wine and production
38.15: Perception of sweetness in sparkling wine
39.54: Moscato d’asti to try and a deeper look
42.21: Brachetto d’Acqui
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Monday Dec 20, 2021
Monday Dec 20, 2021
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Today is part 2 with Polish Head Sommelier Adam Michocki. In part 1 (last week) we speak about his journey as a Sommelier, wining wine competitions and importing Polish wine through his new wine venture Central Wines. Today we focus on red wine, and then talk about the other styles of wine coming out of Poland. He runs through some suggestions from his website of wines you need to try.
If you want to skip ahead:
2.48: Chat with Adam
3.04: The red grape varieties planted in Poland
4.57: Piwi varieties
5.31: L'opera winery
6.41: Looking at the Cabernet crossings in Poland and the hybrids
8.31: Tasting L'Opera Triada 2019 £27.50 Central Wines
10.22: Food pairing for this wine, including polish speciality
12.00: Pinot Noir
14.51: Making wine in Poland - the new wineries
16.50: Sweet wine in Poland
18.16: Sparkling wine in Poland
19.50: Orange wine in Poland
21.55: The biggest hurdles, problems for Polish wine market
25.40: Polish wine in the Michelin Star Restaurants in UK
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May I wish you a very wonderful Christmas and New Year. Let's make 2022 great and Until next YEAR, Cheers to you!