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Wine with Meg + Mel
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The fun + frank podcast which helps you navigate the world of wine. Hosted by Australia's first female Master of Wine Meg Brodtmann, and self-titled Master of Sabrage Mel Gilcrist.
175 episodes
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The fun + frank podcast which helps you navigate the world of wine. Hosted by Australia's first female Master of Wine Meg Brodtmann, and self-titled Master of Sabrage Mel Gilcrist.
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Send us a text What Meg's been drinking: Hirsch Hill Rose Pizzini La Volpe Nebbiolo $35 2022 Traviarti Mezzo Nebbiolo $45 Fontanafredda Langhe Nebbiolo $40 Fontanafredda Barolo DOCG $110 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel
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1 How to buy a german riesling - learn the terminology 33:14
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Send us a text German Riesling demystifies the often confusing terminologies found on labels by breaking down quality classifications based on ripeness levels at harvest and their relationship to final sweetness. We unpack the intricate world of German wine labels to help you navigate these complex yet incredibly rewarding wines. • German quality wine is ranked based on grape sugar levels at harvest, not final sweetness • Kabinett (11.5% potential alcohol) features citrus, green apple, and high acidity • Spätlese (13% potential alcohol) shows more ripeness with red apple and apricot notes • Auslese (14% potential alcohol) often includes some botrytis influence with marmalade character • Beerenauslese and Trockenbeerenauslese represent noble rot-affected and dried botrytis grapes • Eiswein (ice wine) offers concentrated sweetness without botrytis, yielding just 50 liters per ton • Alcohol level on the label indicates residual sugar – lower alcohol means more sweetness • VDP eagle symbol on bottles indicates membership in an elite producer group • Vineyard designations like "Grosses Gewächs" represent single-vineyard, high-quality wines • Wines with residual sugar provide perfect balance to high natural acidity • German Rieslings can age beautifully, developing complexity while maintaining freshness Next week: Is Nebbiolo the next Sangiovese? We explore whether this Italian variety is becoming Australia's next big alternative grape variety. Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel…
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1 Cellaring white wine: how to pick an ageworthy bottle 49:58
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Send us a text Meg and Mel explore the fascinating world of ageworthy white wines, examining which varieties cellar best and how to identify bottles worth laying down. What Meg's drinking: 2023 Marchand & Burch Mount Barrow Pinot Noir $72 Wines tasted: 2024 Howard Park Great Southern Riesling $36 2014 Howard Park Great Southern Riesling 2024 Scarborough The Obsessive Semillon $35 2018 Scarborough The Obsessive Simillion 2023 The Obsessive Chardonnay $45 2019 The Obsessive Chardonnay Key things to remember: • Acid is the most important factor for aging white wine successfully • Look for moderate alcohol (12.5-13.5%), good concentration, and varietal expression • Riesling, Semillon, and Chardonnay are the three main varieties suitable for long-term aging • Hunter Valley Semillon transforms dramatically from delicate lemon-citrus to complex honey and toast • Aged Riesling develops kerosene, marmalade and preserved lemon characteristics • Chardonnay requires quality oak treatment to age well, peaking around 10-12 years • Cheaper Riesling and Semillon can still age beautifully, while inexpensive Chardonnay will not • Buy a dozen bottles and taste one each year to experience the aging journey firsthand Join us next week as we explore German wine ripeness levels, diving into Kabinett, Spätlese, Auslese, Trockenbeerenauslese, and more! Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel…
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1 Reds in the Fridge? We revisit this exploding category 23:15
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Send us a text We dive into the world of chillable red wines, What Meg's drinking: Running with Bulls Fringe Societe Gamay $21 Garage Project Fairy Bread Red $28 Chaffey Bros Not Your Grandma's Chillable Red $25 Domane Wachau Blauer Zweigelt $30 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel
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Send us a text Chinese wine is making waves in the global market with premium producers like Silver Heights showcasing the potential of regions like Ningxia through biodynamic viticulture and French winemaking techniques. We taste and evaluate two high-end offerings that challenge our expectations and reveal the rapid evolution of China's wine industry. • China ranks as the 12th largest wine producer in the world • Chinese wine industry began serious development in the late 1970s when the country opened to foreign investment • Ningxia province is gaining recognition for quality Cabernet Sauvignon production • Silver Heights winery produces biodynamically and organically grown wines using both Western philosophies and Chinese principles • The premium Chardonnay ($89) shows beautiful minerality, green papaya notes and well-integrated oak • The Cabernet Sauvignon ($115) displays intriguing local character with notes of shiso leaf, shiitake and tea • Chinese wine evolution mirrors Australia's development in the 1980s with young vines still finding their identity • Drastic continental climate in Ningxia requires vintners to mound snow over vines during winter • Chinese wines are increasingly available in Australian specialty wine shops like Cardwell Cellars Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel…
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1 We're back! The first Wine News of 2025: Penfolds shuts Barossa Cellar Door, Should Aus and NZ market our wines together, Australia's most collected wines, How will US tarrifs effect wine, Chanon… 25:18
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Send us a text We’re back and better than ever with an exciting setup for the new season, ready to delve into current wine news and trends. The episode highlights the current challenges faced by the wine industry and how we can navigate through them. • Return of the podcast and upcoming plans for the season • Update on vintage trends and climate impact on wine quality • Discussion on cellar doors closing and the shift in wine tourism • Insights into the joint marketing between Australia and New Zealand wines • Details on collectible wines and white wines leading the trends • Analysis of potential tariffs from the U.S. and their implications Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel…
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1 Tasting Tips: How to tell medium reds apart (Merlot, Carmenere, Tempranillo, Mencia) 36:00
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Send us a text What Meg's drinking: 2018 Tyrrell's Semillon $35 Wines tasted: Terra Rossa Merlot Coonawarra 2020 $33 Casillero Del Diablo Reserve Carmenere $26 Earthworks Barossa Tempranillo $19 Salterio Mencia Bierzo $17 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel
Send us a text Our top picks from every wine we tried this year! 9. 2022 MDI Picolit $29 8. Horton white classic $10 7. 2022 Wallis Chardonnay $90 6. Mumm 4 Ans $77 5. 2021 Carranco Etna Bianco Villa dei Baroni $60 4. 2021 Yarra Yering Pinot Noir $130 3. Velich Welschriesling 2021 $40 2. 2022 Sabi Wabi Semillon $39 1. Howard Park Riesling - 2018 $45 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel…
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1 Budget-Friendly Festive Wines: Exploring Aldi Wines 19:27
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Send us a text Uncover the secrets to enjoying a festive wine selection without breaking the bank this Christmas! Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel
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1 Chardonnay Symposium: Our Controversial opinions 36:30
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Send us a text Our unfiltered thoughts about some key discussions from the Chardonnay Symposium. Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel
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1 Where we get our wine entertainment, news and lols. 29:18
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Send us a text Everything we follow about the world of wine. Wine News Wine titles – daily wine news Winebusiness.com SVB Harpers.co.uj Drinks business IWSR Euromonitor Jancis Robinson Wine Reviews and stories Halliday The Real Review Podcasts Wine Blast Food Matters Got Somme Thirty Fifty Interpreting wine Wine Victoria Podcast Instagrams @Huntress_wines @The_angry_somm @Shittywinememes @Karafoodwine Movies + Series Side ways Somm Blind side Drops of God Uncorked Red Obsession Sour Grapes Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel…
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Send us a text Ever wondered why white wine blends don't get the same spotlight as reds? Join us as we explore their hidden complexities and charmWe know red blends are 'a thing' - what about whites? We find out. What Mel's drinking: 2018 Crittenden Cri de Coeur Savagnin Sous Voile $95 Houghton White Classic $10 2023 Eleventh House Sorella $28 Sun Monkey White Blend NV $22 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel…
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1 Celebrity Wines: From Dolly Parton to Brad Pitt 22:15
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Send us a text Celeb wines worth the hype? Let's find out. Wines tasted: Dolly Parton Sparkling NV $22 Kylie Minogue Prosecco Rose $20 Miraval Studio Rosé $29 19 Crimes Snoop Dogg Cali Red 2020 $16 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel
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Send us a text What Meg's drinking: Humis 2024 Grenache Blanc $29 Wines tasted: Red Hill Estate Sparkling Cuvee $14 Jim Barry Watervale Riesling $15 De Bortoli Rosé $14 Z Wine Rustica Barossa Valley Grenache $19 Sydney Wine Bar: Flight Path Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel
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1 Wine News: Wine industry "nepotism", Australian Vintage CEO re-instated, Australia's best wine list named, things still rocky in China, new tag line for Orange. 32:35
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Send us a text News we discuss this week: What the re-instating of the outsed Australian Vintage CEO says about company culture Gimlet has won Australia's Wine List of the Year award for 2024 (T imeout ) An update on Aussie wine in China as we get more negative press over "expired" moscato ( Vino Joy News ) An anonymous letter stirs the pot on nepotism in the wine industry ( Wine Business Magazine ) The Orange wine region's new identity, "A Drop Above,"- is regional branding working in Australia? ( Wine Titles ) Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel…
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