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In this episode we have a chat with Australia’s Bourgogne wine ambassador (Andrea Pritzker MW) to learn bit more about her wine journey, but also to Take a Closer Look at Bourgogne. We demystify the complexity associated with Bourgogne, we talk about misconceptions, the classifications, the hidden gems, accessibility and affordability, and the exciting future ahead for Bourgogne.

Listen in to uncover those hidden gems, hints and tips to kickstart your wine journey into Bourgogne!

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Chapters:

0:00 Preview
0:20 Introduction
1:18 What drew you to Bourgogne?
2:04 How do you pronounce Bourgogne?
2:48 How would you describe the appeal of Bourgogne wines?
4:02 The Bourgogne Wine Classification System
7:02 Misconceptions of Bourgogne
8:21 Bourgogne wines to drink now
9:34 2022 La Soufrandiere Macon-Vinzelles Le Clos de Grand-Pere, FRA
10:21 Common questions about Bourgogne
11:35 Can the classifications change?
13:06 What is the plus in “Macon -”?
19:24 What is the future for Borgougne wine?
21:39 Hidden Gem appellations in Bourgogne
23:00 Key Messages about Bourgogne
24:35 The Wined Up Rapid Fire Questions
30:18 The Wined Up Conclusion

#vinofemme #madeira #lenevans #LET #chablis #jancisrobinson #LaSoufrandiere #macon-vinzelles #AndreaPritzkerMW #maconplus #burgundy #bourgogne #bourgognewines #vinsdebourgogne #wine #winetalk #winechat #winepodcast #thewinedup #thewineduppodcast #podcast

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This episode we celebrate a huge milestone, being our 2 year anniversary! It sure has been a whirlwind journey of blood, sweat, tears, and a whole lot of laughs and memories. To celebrate, we pair the delicious, deep, powerful 2022 RP By Farr pinot noir from Geelong with the powerful reflections and questions we throw at each other in the episode.

We discuss our future merch ideas, favourite episodes, favourite winemaker episodes, favourite food and wine pairings, our respective wine journeys, our key messages and goals for the future.

It was a great retrospective and reflection on where we are at and also to get into each others brain a bit more on how we thinking about the podcast.

Subscribe to @‌TheWinedUp and comment below on your favourite moments of the podcast and what you want us to discuss in year 3!

Sending a big thank you to the team and the community for the immense support to keep us pushing on! We look forward to year 3 to see what challenges, joys, and stories it will bring.

Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
1:18 - Trent Thought of the Week - T Shirts
4:04 - Jase Thought of the Week - Wine Wanker
8:35 - 2 Year Anniversary
9:25 - The episode you enjoyed the most
12:05 - Winemaker Interviews
14:07 - Wine of the Year
17:25 - Food and Wine Pairings
19:00 - Wines by Farr
20:30 - Where did you get your passion and how the podcast started?
29:12 - Who is the podcast really for?
31:27 - What are you most proud of?
34:15 - key messages to keep pushing
37:00 - Wined Up year 3 Goals
39:10 - RP By Farr - Wine review and cork screw ratings
40:47 - How has the podcast change you personally and professionally?
43:18 - What is something you learnt about me that you didn't know before?
45:06 - If The Wined Up was a wine, what descriptor would you give it?
46:36 - Thank you and close

#winejourney #stvincentwinefestival #truffle #tartufobianco #tartufo #barbaresco #piedmont #bourgogne #burgundy #savaterre #riedel #glassware #borgognoseriobattista #2year #byfarr #rpbyfarr #winejourney #barolo # #wine #winetalk #winechat #winepodcast #thewinedup #thewineduppodcast #podcast

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Amisfield is a well-known winery in the Pisa Mountain Ranges of Central Otago, New Zealand. It is run by an 'A-Team 'of passionate and experienced individuals that all have the common goal to make great wine. The Amisfield owners have given the team the flexibility to experiment and innovate and you can see it in their wines.

In this episode we are fortunate to chat to Sam Davies (Chief Winemaker) where he explains his wine journey, the sub-region of the Pisa Mountain Ranges, and takes us through a flight of Amisfield wines which included their 2022 Fume Sauvignon Blanc, 2023 Chardonnay, 2022 Pinot Noir, 2022 Breakneck Pinot Noir, and 2019 Reserve RKV Pinot Noir.

Thank you to Sam and the team including Andre Lategan (Vineyard Manager) and George Mackersy (Vineyard Operations Manager), for such a warm welcome and amazing tour of the vineyard and operations.

Browse and shop Amisfield wines at https://amisfield.co.nz

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Chapters:

Chapters:
0:00 Preview
0:40 Introduction
1:28 Most memorable wine
3:14 Last glass of wine
3:33 Favourite grape variety
4:17 Unique food and wine pairings
5:52 Biggest lesson learnt on your wine journey
7:33 What triggered your love for wine?
11:12 Favourite place to gain experience and why
13:32 What brought you to Amisfield?
17:10 2022 Fume Sauvignon Blanc, Amisfield, Central Otago, NZ
21:17 What is Sam Davies bringing to Amisfield?
24:01 Pisa Mountain Range sub-region
25:57 2023 Chardonnay, Amisfield, Central Otago, NZ
28:30 Style of Amisfiield Chardonnay
29:36 Future of Amisfield Chardonnay
34:05 2022 Pinot Noir, Amisfield, Central Otago
34:45 Amisfield Organic Practices
40:54 Amisfield site is a desert
42:36 Pinot Noir comes from multiple Amisfield blocks
44:39 Amisfield style of Pinot Noir
46:48 How does organics translate into the wine?
48:55 2022 Breakneck Pinot Noir, Amisfield, Central Otago
52:57 Innovation at Amisfield
56:48 Windmills in the vineyard
58:26 2019 Reserve RKV Pinot Noir, Amisfield, Central Otago
1:03:38 Key Messages
1:05:05 The Wined Up Conclusion

#amisfield #pisa #centralotago #rain #mountaines #glaciers #newzealandwine #samdavies #chardonnay #sauvignonblanc #pinotnoir #rkv #breakneck #winemaker #interview #winetalk #winechat #wine #winepodcast #thewinedup #thewineduppodcast #podcast

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In this episode we dive tackle the challenge of pairing wines with Butter Boy cookies that is all the rage. There are chunky, indulgent, flavour bombs that comes in all nostalgic flavours like Golden Gaytime to indulgent Nutella Choc Chip and Salted Caramel Macadamia.

Trent went with a La Guita Manzanilla, whilst Jase went for Lustau Pedro Ximenez San Emilio Sherry. Listen in to see how these went or let us know what would you pair with a Butter Boy Nutella choc chip cookie.

For thought of the week, Jase tackles the very complicated challenge of explaining the difference between variety and varietal. Let us know how he did? Can you give him some help to better simplify and explain.

Trent talks about another social media craze besides Butter Boy cookies, which is the latest Bridget Jones diary movie “Mad about the Boy”. Have you seen it? Do you have Bridget Jones fever and drinking more chardonnay.

Subscribe to @‌TheWinedUp and comment below on your thoughts as we love to hear from you.

Chapters:

0:00 Introduction

0:19 Wireless Bottle Lamp
1:57 Thought of the Week - Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy
4:11 Thought of the Week - Variety vs Varietal
10:02 What wine pairs with Butter Boy Cookies
13:12 N.V. La Guita Manzanilla
16:18 Corkscrew Rating - Manzanilla
16:42 Lustau Pedro Ximenez San Emilio
18:41 Corkscrew Rating - Pedro Ximenez

19:18 The Wined Up Conclusion

#variety #varietal #varietyvsvarietal #pedroximinez #pedro #Sherry #Lustau #SanEmilio #laguitamanzanilla #laguita #palomino #manzanilla #upcycle #winelamps #butterboy #butterboycookies #cookies #cookiemonster #chardy #chardonnay #bridgetjones #bridgetjonesfever #wine #winetalk #winechat #winepodcast #thewinedup #thewineduppodcast #podcast

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Mark Baulderstone (Managing Director at RIEDEL Australia and New Zealand) demonstrates why your choice of wine glass impacts your wine tasting experience. If you are spending money on a high quality wine, you are doing it an injustice if you are drinking it in the wrong wine glass. The wrong wine glass can impact the aroma, the taste, and the sensations on your palate. Mark also shares his wine journey and provides multiple tips on using glassware and decanters. Thank you Mark for enlightening us all on the importance of glassware. The wine glass you use matters!

Find out more about Riedel and browse their glassware range at https://riedel.com

Subscribe to @‌TheWinedUp and comment on what is your favourite Riedel wine glass.

Chapters:
0:00 Preview
0:14 Introduction
1:05 Most memorable wine
3:47 Last glass of wine
4:03 Person to have a bottle of wine with and what bottle
6:52 Favourite grape varietal
8:58 Any other unique food and wine pairings
10:03 Advice for people entering their wine journey
11:36 Why did you pursue a career in glassware and wine
15:35 Who is Mark Baulderstone?
17:31 Riedel rhymes with needle
18:12 How did Riedel grow in the Australian market
22:30 Are consumers demanding the right glassware?
24:31 Riedel Wine Glass Experience - The Red Wine Glasses (Riedel Superleggero)
27:43 Are you worried about breaking a glass?
28:48 What are the Riedel ranges?
30:06 Why does Riedel use Italian names?
30:57 Which glass to use
31:55 The White Wine Glasses
33:51 2018 Shaw + Smith M3 Chardonnay, Adelaide Hills
35:19 Riedel Wine Glass Experience with Chardonnay
35:44 Should you swirl or prepare the glass?
37:02 How to smell a wine
37:54 Smelling the difference in glass with white wine
40:47 The wine in the right glass will always show the right way
42:33 Tasting the difference in glass with white wine
45:39 Does the right glass change for aged wine
48:05 What’s the science behind it?
51:51 Do you need to prepare your wine glass?
52:24 Why do we decant?
54:04 What is aeration?
55:10 Should you double-decant?
56:06 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon, Voyager Estate, Margaret River, WA
56:12 Comparing Wine in Red Wine Glasses - Cabernet VS Pinot
58:00 Riedel are continuously improving
59:39 How do we better educate the consumer on the importance of glassware?
1:01:08 Should you use a Universal Glass?
1:02:20 What wine glass do you pick with limited space?
1:04:53 What wine glass do you use for Semillon?
1:05:34 Riedel Wine Glasses are dishwasher safe not human safe
1:08:03 Crystal versus Crystalline
1:09:46 How should you clean decanter

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We are on the hunt for some bargain red wines under $25. Fortunately Annandale Cellars came to the rescue and sponsored 2 red wines that represented great value under $25. The wines are a 2023 Mount Trio Porongurup Pinot Noir and a 2023 Umani Ronchi Podere Montepulciano d'Abruzzo both available at https://acellars.com.au. In this episode we also share some tips on how to use a sabre and discuss how more of us should have a drink with workmates.

Subscribe to @‌TheWinedUp and comment below on a red wine under $25 that you think offers great quality for the price.

These wines were sponsored by Annandale Cellars. Shop their range of wines online at https://acellars.com.au (Australia-wide delivery) or visit them in store at 91 Booth St, Annandale NSW 2038, Australia.

Chapters:

0:00 Introduction
0:36 TWU Top 5 Tips on Using a Saber based on my mistakes

5:09 Have a drink with workmates

8:32 Bargain Red Wines Under $25

10:32 Blind Taste - Wine 1 2023 Mount Trio Porongurup Pinot Noir

13:03 Guessing the true price

13:52 Blind Taste - Wine 2 2023 Umani Ronchi Podere Montepulciano d'Abruzzo

15:47 The Reveal

16:42 Tasting Notes
19:30 The Wined Up Conclusion

#bargain #porongurup #mounttrio #imanironchi #montepulciano #under$25 #greatvalue #bargainwine #valuewine #annandalecellars #pinotnoir #wine #podcast #winetalk #winechat #winepodcast #thewinedup #thewineduppodcast

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In this episode we finally cracked open a bottle we've been saving for years – the 2015 Bloom Chardonnay from Brash Higgins! This unique wine, grown in the sandy soils of Blewitt Springs, has been aged to perfection in white Burgundy barrels and promises a flavour profile unlike any other. From honey and toffee apples to nutty whiffs and even a hint of curry powder, this wine is a sensory adventure.

We look at Brad Hickey, the innovative winemaker behind Brash Higgins. Born in Chicago, Brad's journey took him from Paris to New York, where he honed his skills as a sommelier. In 2007, he ventured to Australia, teaming up with Chris Ringland and meeting his partner, Nicole Thorpe. Together, they experimented with drought-resistant varietals, pioneering unique wines like Nero d'Avola in amphora, gordo grape variety for his Zibbibo and Riesling semillon blend.

Brad's approach is all about pushing boundaries and challenging traditional winemaking. He explores unconventional grapes and techniques, embodying the spirit of innovation. His wines reflect a passion for experimentation and a willingness to challenge the status quo.

For thoughts of the week, Jason is still thinking about wine fridge regret and starting to look at offsite wine cellar options. Trent is addressing the elephant in the room by talking about the health impacts of wine.

Subscribe to @‌TheWinedUp and comment below on whether you have tried a Bloom chardonnay and whether you are a lover or a hater?

Chapters:

0:00 Introduction

0:30 - Thought of the Week (Trent) – What is the impact of wine to our health

4:12 - Thought of the Week (Jason) – Should I use a managed wine cellar service?

11:40 - Today's Episode – What is the Brash Higgins Bloom Chardonnay

12:35 - About Brash Higgins \ Brad Hickey

15:05 – The Bloom backstory

20:20 – Corkscrew Rating

21:00 - The Wined Up Conclusion

#winehealth #wineark #managedwinecellar #brashhiggins #bradhickey #bloomchardonnay #bloom #mclarenvale #vinjaune #jura #merrickwatts #wine #winetalk #winechat #winepodcast #thewinedup #thewineduppodcast #podcast

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In this episode we try to pair wines with what is supposedly Australia’s national dish the Pad Thai! We delve into the history and what is a pad thai and how does it bring on the thai-foon of flavours. Jason picked a 2023 Rieslingfreak Riesling from the Eden Valley whilst Trent went for a 2021 Zind Humbrecht Gewurztraminer sponsored by Josh from Vera Wines.

For thoughts of the week, we deep dive into what makes wines sweet and how do we make this something more relatable for consumers.

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Thank you to Vera Wines for sponsoring the delicious 2021 Zind Humbrecht Gewurztraminer. Go check out the Josh and the awesome team at Vera Wines (https://verawine.com.au/ )

Chapters:

0:00 Introduction
0:19 Thought of the Week (Jason) - How much sugar do you need to make wine sweet?
4:52 Thought of the Week (Trent) - Difference between fruity and sweet
7:50 Wine Pairing with Pad Thai - Introduction
8:48 The Wined Up’s Fast Five Facts about Pad Thai

11:53 What is Pad Thai?
13:11 2023 No. 4 Rieslingfreak Riesling, Eden Valley, SA

15:44 Corkscrew Rating - Riesling and Pad Thai

16:12 2021 Domaine Zind Humbrecht Turckheim, Gewurtztraminer, Alsace, FRA

18:28 Corkscrew Rating - Gewurtztraminer and Pad Thai
19:20 The Wined Up Conclusion

#gewurz #verawines #residualsugar #offdrywines #bonedrywines #fruitvssweet #padthai #zindhumbrecht #gewurz #gewurztraminer #riesling #rieslingfreak #wine #myths #winetalk #winechat #winepodcast #thewinedup #thewineduppodcast #podcast

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