Send us a text In this episode we attempt to pair wines with Filipino food, specifically Chicken and Pork Adobo! Jason was very excited to do this episode as it ties in with his Filipino heritage. The wines that they tried to pair with the Adobo were a 2019 Smart Grenache, S.C. Pannell, Clarendon, South Australia ($63 at Prince Wine Store) and a 2022 Primavera Pinot Noir, Stefano Lubiana, Derwent Valley, TAS ($40 from Dan Murphys). During the episode Jason explains why the Philippines is not kno...
May 04, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Send us a text In this episode we get to explore wines from Claymore Wines in Clare Valley. Claymore Wines shouts out fun - from their wine labels, to their wine names, to the people working within the business. One of those great people from Claymore Wines is Jonathan (Cellar Door and Sales Representative) who was gracious enough to sit down with us to share his wine journey, the history of Claymore Wines, as well as take us through a flight of some of the great wines they have to offer. We wer...
Apr 27, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Send us a text In this episode explore Barbaresco and compare it with a Barolo, with the intent of answering, is Barbaresco a beautiful wine? We try a 2009 Gaja Barbaresco DOCG, Piedmont, Italy against a 2020 Borgogno No Name Langhe Nebbiolo, Piedmont, Italy. Jason also shares tips on how to develop your wine palate, and Trent discusses the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the wine industry. Subscribe to @TheWinedUp and comment below on your favourite Barbaresco. Chapters: 0:00 Introdu...
Apr 20, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 47
Send us a text In this episode we try to answer the question ‘Is Beechworth worth the hype?' We try to wines from Beechworth Victoria which are the 2022 Chardonnay, Sorrenberg, Beechworth, VIC and the 2019 La Longa Sangiovese, Fighting Gully Road, Beechworth, VIC. Jason explores large format wine bottles to determine if they are worth it, whilst Trent shares the impact of oak on wine and the lack of Coopers within Australia. Subscribe to @TheWinedUp and comment below on the wines you enjoy from...
Apr 13, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 46
Send us a text Brenden Robnik, also known as The Wine Animal, is inspiring. He is passionate, relentless, and just genuinely wants to share his enjoyment of wine. In this episode we get to learn about his wine journey, the challenges of having big retailers like Dan Murphy’s in the industry, Yarra Valley, and selling Jon Bon Jovi and Jesse Bongiovi’s wine Hampton Water. We’re very grateful to Brenden for taking us around Yarra Valley. He took us on a fantastic behind the scenes tour of Soumah wh...
Apr 06, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Send us a text HAPPY EASTER 2024 EVERYONE! In this episode we try to pair wines with Easter Eggs and Hot Cross Buns! The wines we try are a 2020 La Dame de Montrose Saint-Estephe, Bordeaux, FRANCE, a 2018 Late Harvest Royal Tokaji, Hungary, $40 from CBD Cellars, P.S. Marion Tawny Port, Rockford, Barossa Valley, SA $49 from cellar door. Trent also shares a bonus round pairing that is a 10 out of 10 corkscrews! Jason also busts some wine-related myths and Trent shares some recent research that sug...
Mar 30, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Send us a text This is part 2 of 2 episodes from our very special interview with ‘Aussie Icon' Merrick Watts! In this episode we see if what wines can be paired with ‘durian’. For those that don’t know what ‘durian’ is, definitely watch the episode. We try to pair durian with 2022 Sparkling Chenin Blanc, Voyager Estate, Margaret River, WA, as well as a 2022 Salamino Lambrusco, Pizzini, King Valley, VIC. Watch / listen to the episode to hear Merrick’s reaction to both tasting durian and the wine ...
Mar 23, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Send us a text This is part 1 of 2 episodes from our very special interview with ‘Aussie Icon' Merrick Watts! We were so grateful to have Merrick on our show where we get to hear how he is blending Wine, People, and Comedy. During the interview we get to ask Merrick The Wined Up Podcasts ice-breaker questions, we hear about how Rockford Basket Press really ignited his passion for wine, we hear about his wine journey including his membership to the secret Rockford Stone Wall Society. Merrick was ...
Mar 16, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Send us a text In this episode we explore the world of low / no alcohol wines. We compare a no alcohol Prosecco and a Pinot Noir to the alcoholic version. Specifically we compare a Tempus Two Zero Prosecco to a King Valley Pizzini Prosecco. We also compare a Tread Softly Pinot Noir Everything Except vs 2022 Artemis Pinot Noir. Trent also explains why people get headaches and asians turn red when drinking wine. Subscribe to @TheWinedUp and comment below on your favourite low/no alcohol wine and ...
Mar 09, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Send us a text In this episode (part 2 of 2) we take a Masterclass on Clare Valley’s iconic wines at Watervale Hotel (@watervaleepicureansociety4513 ). Warrick Duthy takes us through the flight including 2023 Fur Elise Rose Grenache, Shut the Gate, 2011 Malbec, Wendouree, and a 2014 Oracle Shiraz, Kilikanoon. It was such a great learning experience and highly recommend it to everyone. Not only was the food fantastic, but so were the people and staff. Thanks Warrick for teaching us so much about ...
Mar 02, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Send us a text In this episode (part 1 of 2) we take a Masterclass on Clare Valley’s iconic wines at Watervale Hotel (@watervaleepicureansociety4513 ). Warrick Duthy takes us through the flight including NV Wish Granted Sparkling Riesling, Wykari of Clare, 2023 Riesling, Vickery Watervale, and a 2008 Springvale Watervale Riesling, Grosset. It was such a great learning experience and highly recommend it to everyone. Not only was the food fantastic, but so were the people and staff. Thanks Warrick...
Feb 24, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Send us a text In this episode we were fortunate to interview Stuart Mosman (Sales and Marketing Manager) at Hentley Farm, Barossa Valley, South Australia ( @HentleyFarm ). Stuart and the team at Hentley Farm were very hospitable and showed us around their cellar door and setup a great spot for a tasting. They even gave us the opportunity to see the last 'true' Jimmy Watson trophy in the flesh. We walked away from this interview learning so much, understanding Stuart’s wine journey, understandi...
Feb 17, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Send us a text In this episode we explore Chianti wines! The boys try a Isole e Olena 2020 Chianti Classico, Italy ($60 from Dan Murphys) and 2019 Castello di Querceto Chianti Classico Riserva, Italy (~$40 as a gift). Jason also makes the case for not paying for wine over $50, Trent observes the similarities between wine and coffee, and Jason shares a recent wine that he tried - 2021 Aravina Estate Wildwood Ridge Reserve Chardonnay, Margaret River, WA ($55 at cellar door). Subscribe to @TheWine...
Feb 10, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Send us a text In this episode we pair wines with Lo Hei to celebrate Chinese New Year. The boys try pairing it with a NV Champagne Castelnau Reserve, Reims, France ($50 from Dan Murphy’s) and a Gru Gruner Veltliner, Hanhdorf Hill, Adelaide Hills, SA ($26 at Summer Hill Wine Shop). Jason plays an exciting game called ‘Match your Chinese Zodiac Sign to Wine’, Trent explains the meaning and tradition behind Chinese New Year, and Jason shares a recent wine that he tried in Canberra a 2022 Barbera N...
Feb 03, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Send us a text In this episode we explore wines from the NSW Southern Highlands, which is only 1.5 hours drive from Sydney. The wines that we try are 2021 St Maur Lot 41 Chardonnay, Southern Highlands, NSW ($34 from Liquorland), and 2021 Artemis Close Vine Pinot Noir, Southern Highlands, NSW ($50 from the Artemis Wines cellar door). Trent also shares tips on how to drink wine like a billionaire, Jason gives an overview of the NSW Southern Highlands wine region, and Trent shares a recent wine tha...
Jan 27, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Send us a text In this episode we recommend a few wines to have as an alternative to beer this summer. One of them is close to tasting like beer and is great with fish and chips! The wines we try are a 2016 Tyrrell’s VAT 1 Semillon, Hunter Valley, NSW ( @tyrrellswines7111 ) ($55 from @FirstChoiceLiquor ) as well as a Riddoch Elgin’s Crossing Sparkling Shiraz NV, Coonawarra, SA ($23 from @DanMurphysLiquor ). Trent also discusses $50,000 wines from Burgundy, Jason provides an overview of Semill...
Jan 20, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Send us a text In this episode we’re fortunate to have special guest, fellow wine enthusiast Sean (IG @shirazzmatazz), to help us navigate Georgian wines. Georgia is considered the birthplace of wine and still uses traditional winemaking methods utilising a Qvevri. In this episode we discuss the history, geography, varieties, and winemaking techniques of Georgia. We also get to sample 3 x Georgian wines which were the 2018 Gurashvili Kisi Qvevri (Unfiltered Organic White Wine), Georgia ($47 fro...
Jan 13, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Send us a text In this episode we try a few wines from Rioja, Spain to see if they are considered good value European wines in terms of dollar versus quality. We try a 2019 Herederos del Marques de Riscal Rioja Reserva, Spain ($35 from @DanMurphysLiquor ) and a 2006 San Vicente, Rioja, Spain. We also share our thoughts on the Coravin wine preservation system, provide an overview of ‘sonic aging’ and how music may be able to accelerate the wine aging process. Also, Jason reviews a wine that he ta...
Jan 06, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Send us a text In this episode we look back on our 2023 wine journey and reflect on the achievements, surprises, and challenges for the year. We also discuss what could be coming up for The Wined Up Podcast in 2024, and we ask the 4 ‘ice-breaker’ questions to each other. While reflecting on the year we also review a 2019 Nick O’Leary Bolaro Shiraz, Canberra, ACT ($58 from First Choice Liquor) and a 2008 Fratteli Serio & Battista Borgogno, Barolo Cannubi Riserva, Piedmont, Italy. Subscribe to...
Dec 30, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Send us a text In this episode we try a Baby Grange (2019 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, Barossa Valley, SA ($70 from friend)) and Baby Baby Grange (2020 Penfolds Bin 8 Shiraz Cabernet, Barossa Valley, SA). We can’t afford the Grange so we tried these instead =) In this episode Jason also explains ‘basket press', Trent discusses the history of Penfolds and Grange, and explains the concept of the BIN, and Jason shares a recent wine he tried a 2021 Woodcutter’s Shiraz, Torbreck, Barossa Valley,...
Dec 23, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Send us a text In this episode we try to find wines to celebrate Christmas 2023. Trent cooked a Christmas ham, a roast chicken (intended to be the Christmas turkey), and some prawns. Our challenge was to each find wines that pair with these dishes for Christmas. Jason chose a 2020 Yeringberg Viognier, Yarra Valley, VIC ($56 from Summer Hill Wine Shop). Trent chose a 2021 Domaine Du Bois De L’oise Moulin-A-Vent, Cru Du Beaujolais ($40 from Dan Murphy’s). In this episode Trent also gives Jason a s...
Dec 16, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Send us a text In this episode we get to interview Alexandra Wardlaw (Winemaker at Kirrihill Clare Valley). Alexandra has achieved so much at such a young age having studied and worked in all aspects of the wine industry internationally and in Australia. In this episode she shares her passion for wine, describes the mix of science and art in winemaking, explains what’s drawn her to Clare Valley and Kirrihill, and talks through the Kirrihill range. We also get to taste the 2023 Regional Riesling ...
Dec 09, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Send us a text In this episode we try wines from Holm Oak, Tasmania ( @holmoakwines ). We tried the 2023 Arneis ($30) and a 2023 Cabernet Franc Rose ($35), and both are perfect for summer 2024. These wines are delicious at all levels - sight, smell, and taste. Both are fresh, lively, and light. The Rose is the brightest rose that we have seen and is very alluring on the eyes. In addition to this we discuss the origins of Holm Oak and provide an overview of the winery which Trent had the opportu...
Dec 02, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Send us a text In this episode we try to pair wines with classic Aussie-Chinese food, or as Trent says, ‘Ch-Aussie’ food. Trent and Jason have a challenge to pair wine with Sweet and Sour Pork and Mongolian Lamb. Trent chose a 2021 Torbreck Woodcutter’s Roussanne Marsanne Viognier, Barossa Valley, SA Review ($25 from Summer Hill Wine Shop). Jason chose a 2020 The Hundred, Single Vineyard Grenache, Blewitt Springs, McLaren Vale, SA ($45 from @danmurphysliqour). In this episode Trent also discusse...
Nov 25, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Send us a text In this episode we drink a 78 year-old wine! It’s a 1945 Penfolds Grandfather Port, Barossa Valley, South Australia (@PenfoldsEST1844). Our very close friend Nishant dropped by for this special episode to share a Port that his late-father handed down to him. It was special for the taste, it was special to celebrate his father, and it was special to create a new memory with friends. Trent also tries some special wine pairings with the Port - a Pasteis de nata (Portuguese Tart from ...
Nov 18, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Send us a text In this episode we try wines from Aldi and Costco to see if cheap wines are any good. We perform a blind tasting on the wines to focus purely on the quality of the wine before revealing the wines purchased. Trent also shares tips for buying cheap wine whilst Jason shares the strategies that Aldi and Costco use to entice buyers to purchase their wine. Trent also shares what wine he has been drinking a 2019 Clairault Chardonnay, Margaret River, Western Australia. Subscribe to @thew...
Nov 11, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Send us a text In this episode we try to 3 different cheese and wine pairings. First we pair two soft cheeses (double brie and washed rind (D’Affinois Le Campagnier)) with a 2009 Moreau-Naudet Montmains Premier Cru Chablis, France. Next we pair a 24 month matured cheddar with a 2017 Marques de Murrieta Finca Ygay Reserva Rioja, Spain. Then finally we pair a blue cheese (gorgonzola dolce) with a 2016 La Chartreuse de Coutet Sauternes, France. Also in this episode we discuss the benefit of having ...
Nov 04, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Send us a text In this special episode we get to compare a 1987 Yarra Yering Dry Red No. 1 to a 2017 vintage. That’s a comparison of the same wine from the same producer over a 30-year period! Trent's late grandad had this special bottle within his wine cellar. We picked up the 2017 vintage from Valore Cellars for $119. In this episode we also discuss how tannins and acidity help age wine, purchasing wine to celebrate birth years, and wine of the week is a 2022 1K High Grunner Veltliner, Word of...
Oct 28, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Send us a text Listen / Watch the full episode to be release this Sunday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Android Podcasts. In this episode we try to pair 3 wines with Korean Army Stew (also known as Budae Jjigae). Korean Army Stew is a stew made of instant ramen noodles, kimchi, tofu, mushrooms, veggies, spam, sausages, cheese, in thick, savoury and slightly chilli soup base. Pairing something spicy and chilli is always a challenge but we thought we’d try to pair it with a Castello Del ...
Oct 21, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Send us a text In this episode we get to try wines from Clonakilla ( @Clonakillawines ), a famous winery from Canberra, which is in the Australian Capital Territory. Trent and Jason also discuss the increase in NBA players releasing wines which is a sign of wines spread in the community, provide a quick review of a 2022 La Petite Vanguard Grenache from McLaren Vale, share an overview of the Canberra wine region, and then gets tastes and reviews 3 x Clonakilla wines. The Clonakilla wines reviewe...
Oct 14, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 20
