Send us a text In partnership with the #MakeItIconic campaign by @gouvernementfr, we were fortunate to interview 2 French Australian icons in Guillaume Brahimi (Chef Crown Resorts Culinary Ambassador, Bistro Guillaume, and TV Host) and Franck Moreau (Master Sommelier, and Group General Manager - Beverage at Merivale). What an experience! We were able to hear what makes the French Food and Wine scene iconic, their favourite French dishes and wine, the French spirit and innovation, as well as lea...
Jun 28, 2025•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 5
Send us a text This episode we sit down to have an inspiring and insightful chat with Brett Butcher the founder and director of Soumah wines in the Yarra Valley. We talk about Brett’s journey from hospitality to now living the dream of having his own winery today. We talk about how the Soumah wine philosophy and journey has led him to the focus and curiosity with north Italian wine varietals that brought so much joy and fun to the chat and to our palates. It was such a pleasure to uncover the st...
Jun 21, 2025•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 4
Send us a text In this episode we chat to Nic Bowen, Chief Winemaker at Howard Park Wines. Nic gave us great insight into the Great Southern and Margaret River wine regions of Western Australia. We know the Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon from Margaret River is fantastic, but he highlighted the amazing hidden gems of Sparkling Wine and Riesling from the Great Southern. He also shares his wine story, the history of Howard Park Wines, and takes us through a flight of their wines which included a...
Jun 14, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Send us a text 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! ...
Jun 07, 2025•31 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Send us a text 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 w...
May 31, 2025•48 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Send us a text 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 ...
May 24, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 52
Send us a text 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 t...
May 17, 2025•20 min•Season 2Ep. 51
Send us a text 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...
May 10, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 50
Send us a text 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 comme...
May 02, 2025•21 min•Season 2Ep. 49
Send us a text 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 Chi...
Apr 26, 2025•21 min•Season 2Ep. 48
Send us a text 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 consu...
Apr 19, 2025•20 min•Season 2Ep. 47
Send us a text In this episode we dive into Cabernet Franc and explain why it’s considered ‘The Underrated Parent’. We were fortunate to try 2 Cabernet Franc’s, one from Geelong and the other from Loire. They were a 2024 Yayoi Wines Cabernet Franc, Geelong, VIC and a 2021 Plume Cabernet Franc, Bruno Debois, Saumur Champigny, Loire, FRA. Both delicious in different ways. Jason also demonstrates how to use a Lever Corkscrew and Trent provides an overview of the Rootlings program. It’s a Wine Indus...
Apr 12, 2025•22 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Send us a text In this episode we explore the region of Northern Rhone and try a Rhone White Wine to find out ‘what makes them special’. Jancis Robinson recommended to try wines from Jean Louis Chave in Saint-Joseph and having tried it we can understand why! We try a 2021 Jean Louis Chave Saint-Joseph Circa Blanc, Rhone Valley, FRANCE ($97 from Five Way Cellars). Burnt caramel, ripe peaches, chantilly cream, honeycomb. YUM! Jason also shares 5 top tips for using the Coravin, based on his mistake...
Apr 05, 2025•22 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Send us a text 40 YEAR OLD Lindeman’s - Still Ok? In this episode we embark on a fascinating journey through time with two bottles of Linderman's St George Coonawarra wine. We're comparing a vintage 1985 bottle with a fresh 2021 one. The 1985 wine has an unusual brown colour? Hmm… Will it still delight our senses, or has it gone over the hill? Thank you to Elkie for the 2021 Lindemans St George Cabernet Sauvignon from the family run business Bayfields on Sydney’s Northern beaches. Go check them ...
Mar 29, 2025•19 min•Season 2Ep. 44
Send us a text In this episode we try the much-lauded food and wine pairing of a Grape Sweat wine and a Tamago Sando aka Japanese egg sandwich. This simple yet elegant snack consists of a creamy egg salad filling, made with the renowned Kewpie mayonnaise, nestled between soft slices of Japanese milk bread, known as shokupan. It's a combination that has captured the hearts of many, including the late Anthony Bourdain, who described it as "inexplicably delicious." The idea behind this pairing come...
Mar 22, 2025•20 min•Season 2Ep. 43
Send us a text Tony Park (Wine Consultant and Educator) takes shares a Masterclass on English Wines. We touch on sparkling wines but focus specifically on English Still Wines. Tony shared some wines for us to try which were The Uncommon Wine of England and a 2022 The Bolney Estate Dark Harvest. It was fascinating to hear about the English wine scene, its unique varieties such as Bacchus and Rondo as well as the challenges it faces. Tony was so generous with his time, is a wealth of knowledge, an...
Mar 15, 2025•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 42
Send us a text In this episode we interview Raquel Jones, co-owner and winemaker, at Weathercraft in Beechworth. Raquel shares her story as she takes us through a fantastic flight of Weathercraft wines. We try a 2023 Weathercraft Albarino, 2022 Weathercraft Estate Chardonnay, 2023 Weathercraft Amphora GSM, and a 2021 Weathercraft Tempranillo all from Beechworth in VIC. Raquel was inspiring in her persistence, willingness to learn, and willingness to put in the hard yards for something she loves....
Mar 08, 2025•58 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Send us a text In this episode we try to pair wines with a Cambodian Chicken Curry. We try a 2022 Skillogalee Gewurztraminer, Clare Valley, SA and a 2023 Moorooduc Estate Pinot Gris on Skins, Mornington Peninsula, VIC. Jason also de-bunks the myth on having to drink white wine before red wine to avoid a hangover, and Trent shares some funny puns inspired by a vineyard planned to be grown on top of an airport in Florence. Subscribe to @TheWinedUp and comment below on the wine you would pair with...
Mar 01, 2025•22 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Send us a text Watch/listen to our latest episode to be released this Sunday, where we interview 4th generation winemaker Katherine Brown from the iconic Brown Brothers ( @BrownBrothersWinery ). Brown Brothers is synonymous with the Australian wine scene and it seems to be the learning ground for a lot of Australian winemakers. Katherine shares her love for the King Valley and encourages people to share what has been one of Victoria’s best kept secrets to cater for families, food and wine lovers...
Feb 22, 2025•51 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Send us a text Join us this week as we make our first journey into one of the most iconic wine regions in the world—Châteauneuf-du-Pape. This time, we explore the region via the juicy 2011 Clos du Pape. We uncover why the terroir makes the wines so special, we uncover the history and origins of the name, and we learn a bit more about the 13 grape varietals for Chateauneuf-du-pape wines. Subscribe to @TheWinedUp and comment below on your favourite Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction...
Feb 15, 2025•26 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Send us a text Watch/listen to our latest episode to be released this Sunday, where we interview Barry Morey, owner and winemaker of Sorrenberg. Barry shares his story and takes us through an amazing flight of Sorrenberg wines. We were fortunate to try a 2024 Sauvignon Blanc Sémillon, 2023 Chardonnay, 2023 Gamay, and 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Franc Merlot all from Sorrenberg, Beechworth, VIC. Barry also had a special guest bringing on daughter in law Julia Morey. Julia and Barry’s son, Be...
Feb 08, 2025•56 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Send us a text In this episode The Wined Up taste Chinese Natural Wines to see if they are any good. Trent and Jason try a 2022 Xiao Pu Tangarine Chardonnay, Ningxia, China, Xiao Pu The Gathering NV.6, Field Blend, Ningxia, China, and a 2022 Xiao Pu Song Song, Field Blend, Ningxia, China. Trent explains what a natural wine is and Jason conducts an experiment with wine glasses to see if they make a difference. (Note: We filmed this episode BEFORE attending a Riedel Masterclass which changed our c...
Feb 01, 2025•26 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Send us a text In this episode, we explore some wine ideas to celebrate Australia Day!!! Trent delves into the increasing global trend of wine in a can by cracking open Scarborough Wine Co’s Vermentino, Chardonnay, Tempranillo Joven, and Pinot Rose wine in a can. Jason celebrates chardonnay being Australia’s most crushed grape by bringing a 2023 A. Rodda Chardonnay, Willow Lake Vineyard, Yarra Valley, VIC. What will you be cracking open for Australia Day? Subscribe to @TheWinedUp and comment be...
Jan 25, 2025•24 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Send us a text Watch/listen to our latest episode to be released this Sunday, where we interview owner and winemaker Keppell Smith from Savaterre. Kep explains his winemaking philosophy, why he chose Beechworth, and takes us through a special flight of Savaterre wines including a vertical tasting of his Chardonnay. We tasted a 2019, 2021, and 2021 Savaterre Chardonnay, a 2022 Savaterre Reserve Pinot Noir, and a 2018 Maurizio Sagrantino all from Savaterre, Beechworth, VIC. View and buy Savaterre ...
Jan 18, 2025•50 min•Season 2Ep. 34
Send us a text In this weeks episode we try Merlot and try to answer the question ‘where is the love for Merlot'? This week we try a 2020 Hickinbotham The Revivalist Merlot, Clarendon, McLaren Vale (sponsored by M.S Cellars) and a 2020 Sinano Wine Merlot, Nagano, Japan. Jason also explains 5 reasons why he thinks Merlot is not popular in Australia and Trent shares what the wine you drink says about you. Shop and browse wines at Sydney’s premier fine wine cellar M.S Cellars. They are available on...
Jan 11, 2025•23 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Send us a text Join us this week as we make our first journey into Burgundy reds. We hear so much about it all the time with the likes of Domaine De La Romanee-Conti (DRC) or Domaine Leroy, but what is all the hype about? We try and pick at one of the patches of the what is the patchwork quilt of. Trent brought home a 2016 Chambolle-Musigny, Francois Feuillet from Hong Kong on the guidance that this is from one of the rising stars of Burgundy David Duband. Watch the episode to see how we go! Sub...
Jan 04, 2025•26 min•Season 2Ep. 32
Send us a text In this episode we reflect on the past 12 months of 2024. While we reflect we enjoy a beautiful champagne - Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne, Boll & Cie. We ask ourselves the infamous Wined Up icebreaker questions, talk about our highlights, lessons learnt, and what we look forward to in 2025. Subscribe to @TheWinedUp and comment below on your favourite part of The Wined Up Podcast in 2024. Chapters: 0:00 Preview 0:23 Introduction 1:16 Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne...
Dec 28, 2024•25 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Send us a text In this episode we celebrate the festive season, and particularly Christmas. Last year, we did pairings with ham and chicken, this year the challenge was to pair with a panettone. Do you know what a Panettone is? This was a first for Jason, and it was nearly a 10 out of 10 corkscrews for the panettone. Jason chose a 2019 Brachetto D’Acqui, Marco Bonfante, Piedmont, Italy and Trent chose a 2020 R68 Riesling, Pressing Matters, Coal River Valley, TAS. Subscribe to @TheWinedUp and co...
Dec 21, 2024•17 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Send us a text In this episode we tackle another question that has been posed for centuries. What wine pairs with a Vietnamese national dish “pho”? Jase chooses a 2023 Riesling, Frankland Estate, Great Southern, WA (sponsored by Carlingford Cellar Door https://carlingfordcellardoor.com.au/ ). Trent chooses a 2020 Marques de Murrieta, Pazito Barrantes, Albarino. Trent discusses his thought of the week around wine globes and curiosity around the end product. Jason challenges on why can’t we discov...
Dec 14, 2024•25 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Send us a text In this episode we find try to find the perfect wine for Summer 2025. Trent tries a 2024 Fi Fi Fiano, S.C. Pannell, McLaren Vale, SA (sponsored by Carlingford Cellar Door). Jason tries a 2023 Sauvignon Blanc, Crayeres, Terre a Terre, Wrattonbully, SA. Trent also shares some tips on how to quickly cool down a bottle of wine. Jason conducts a live product review of the Kunlongsky Red Wine Rapid Decanter, Wine Breather Carafe, whilst determining if double-decanting actually works. Su...
Dec 07, 2024•26 min•Season 2Ep. 28
