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.
Send us a text Does liking rosé make you basic? Find out with Meg + Mel. Wines we tried: Freixenet Italian Rosé $18 Miraval Côtes de Provence Rosé $35 Rob Dolan Pinot Noir Rosé $24 Champteloup Rosé d'Anjou $16 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text How red wine is made, why vintage is so crazy, and a listener question about sparkling from the UK. Wines tasted: Rob Dolan Wines True Colours Pinot Noir Rob Dolan Wines White Label Pinot Noir Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel
Send us a text All the words we say that you don't know what we mean... explained. What Meg's Drinking: Elephant in the Room Fiano ($14) Wines tasted in ep: Rob Dolan True Colours Chardonnay ($24) Rob Dolan White Label Chardonnay ($35) Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text IGT, DOC, DOCG - what does it all mean? Meg + Mel chat about why Italy is so confusing, and dive in to unravel Italian wines. What Meg's Drinking: Tyrells Semillion Wines Tasted: 2019 Santa Cristina Toscana 2017 Querciabella Mongrana 2018 Argiano Rosso di Montalcino Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text We could talk for days about natural wines... but here's a start. What Meg's drinking: 2019 Corymbia Chenin Blanc Wines tasted: - Bonkers Juicy Yellow Wine Dan's, $19.99 - Bonkers Juicy Red Wine Dan's, $19.99 - Pet Mout Rose Pet Nat Dan's, $19.99 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text The brief to Meg was: bring wines from regions I've never heard of. .. and BOY did she deliver. Some seriously amazing wines worth tasting. Links to wines: Dveri Pax Pinot Gris 2015 - World Wine ($29.99) Alain Graillot Syrocco Syrah 2018 - World Wine ($39.99) 2018 Gaioz Sopromadze Tsitska - Different Drop ($55.00) 2019 Grace Gris de Koshu - Different Drop ($55.00) What Meg's drinking: Pommard Premier Cru (must be nice!) Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text Merlot gets a bad wrap - but is this justified? Meg and Mel go in to find out. Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel
Send us a text This week, Meg puts Mel to the test with wine questions from previous episodes. Listen in to test yourself and see how you go against Mel. What Meg's drinking: Pfalz trocken Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel
Send us a text If you're having fun listening to us but you want to learn even more - we got your back! Tune in to hear practical ways you can learn more about the world of wine, no matter your level! What Meg's drinking: South African Chenin Blanc Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text Meg + Meg taste through the world of Arneis and find a few gems. If you're keen on tasting new and interesting wines, Arneis will be your new best friend! Wines tasted: 2019 Arione Roero Arneis 2021 Pizzini Arneis 2015 10 Miles East Arneis 2019 Rob Dolan Wines Arneis Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text Mel is overwhelmed by Greek wine, so Meg breaks it down - opening up a brand new world of wines you need to try (yes, even Retsina!) What Meg's Drinking - 2018 Fletcher Barbaresco Starderi $143 (um ok Meg, bougee!) Links to wines tasted: Retsina Assyrtiko Xinomavro Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text Meg and Mel explore an "innovative" new product "sugar-free wine" and put it to the test. We put it under the microscope to see if it really is any different from any other wine and see if it delivers on taste. What Meg's drinking: Framingham riesling Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text Special guest Clint Fox from the Pickett Group joins Mel to talk about wine in restaurants - how to order it, the dreaded taste, and are they trying to trick you with the second cheapest bottle? What Clint's drinking - 2012 Marc Bredif Vouvray Check out the instagram com here . Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text Mel quizes Meg about wine shows - how can you be objective about taste? Will the same wine always win if there's different judges? How was mediocre wines end up with so many awards? You'll find out all in this episode. What Meg's drinking: Moscato D'Asti Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text Meg + Mel talk all about Sangiovese - key regions it's grown, what the differences are, when to drink it and what you can expect to taste. What Meg's drinking: 2017 Querciabella Chianti Classico Wines Tasted: 1. Santa Margherita Chianti Classico 2. Coriole McLaren Vale Sangiovese 3. Rob Dolan Black Label Sangiovese Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text The test with a 5% pass rate - what's involved, and is it worth it? What Meg's drinking: 1996 Leo Buring Riesling, Eden Valley. Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel
Send us a text Meg + Mel explore the world of vermentino! It's you're new to the grape, you must have a listen and go buy a bottle, fresh, floral and bright, it's one you want in your life. What Meg's drinking: Delamere Sparkling Cuvee NV (Tasmania) Wines in episode: - 2019 Primo Bianco Mesa Vermentino, Sardegna Doc - 2019 Spinifex Vermentino, Barossa Valley - 2020 Delinquente Screaming Betty Vermentino, Riverland Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text We know, it can be a bit intimidating going into a Cellar Door for a tasting, so we've brought in Scott, a Cellar Door Wine Specialist to break down etiquette so you feel comfortable. Meg gives ideas for interesting questions to ask, and we find out what wines you should choose when it comes to a wedding or party. What Meg's drinking: J.J Prum 2010 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spatelese (Riesling) Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text Mel + Mel dive into the world of Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio - what's the difference? Should you drink it? What kind should you choose? Wines tasted: 2018 The Killer Pinot Grigo 2020 Round Theory Sustainable Pinot Gris 2020 Rob Dolan Wines Pinot Gris 2018 Dopff Au Moulin Pinot Gris 2019 The Remarkables Central Otago Pinot Gris What Meg's drinking: Hugel Gran Cru Gewürztraminer Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text There are so many wine tools on the market - but there are only a few must-haves... Meg puts straight what you do and don't need in your house. What Meg's drinking: McWilliams Hunter Valley Semillon. Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel
Send us a text The king of grapes! Meg and Mel sing the praises of unsung hero, Cabernet Sauvignon. What to eat with it, regions to buy from, and what to pay. Cabernet Sauvignon Discussed: Rob Dolan White Label Cabernet Sauvignon, Yarra Valley ($38) St Hugo Cabernet Sauvignon, Coonawarra ($45) Leeuwin Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Margaret River ($32) Château Chantemerle, Médoc Bordeaux ($30) What Meg's drinking: Abellio Albarino Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text Meg and Mel go into what makes a vegan wine; are they more sustainable? Do they taste any different? And what it means if a wine that used to be vegan stops putting vegan on the label? It's not black and white in this space, so strap in to get ready to understand the world of vegan wine. What Meg's drinking: Pyren Vineyard Earthscape Cab Franc, Pyrenees Link to competition: https://www.robdolanwines.com.au/win-your-chance-to-taste-sabre-with-meg-mel/ Follow us on instagram @winewi...
Send us a text Despite Mel's resistance, Mel + Mel dive into the world of Sauvignon Blanc - can Meg convince her to give it another go? The ladies talk about the varietal in NZ, Australia and France, talk food pairings, and how much to pay for a good bottle. What Meg’s drinking: Nick Spencer Chardonnay Where she bought it: Different Drop wines Wines for the week: Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough ($16) Rob Dolan Wines Sauvignon Blanc, Yarra Valley ($24) Ponting First Session Sauvignon Blan...
Send us a text This week Meg + Mel play myth busters with some of the most common myths floating around: does wine give you worse hangovers? Can you keep bubbles in sparkling with a tea spoon? Can you chill red wine? Are blends any good? Do you need to use expensive decanters? We dive into all these and more! What Meg's been drinking this week: Langhe Nebbiolo. Listener Question: If Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris are the same grape, why call them different things? Follow us on instagram @winewithme...
Send us a text Find out why Riesling is the wine of choice for people in the wine industry, as well as where to buy it from, how much to pay, how to age it, and what to eat with it. What Meg's drinking: Picpoul de Pinet. Wine bar discussed: The Hills in Surry Hills Wines Tasted: Pewsey Vale Eden Valley Riesling ($19) https://www.danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_43615/pewsey-vale-eden-valley-riesling Dopff Au Moulin Riesling Grand Cru Schoenenbourg https://www.danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_904452/dopf...
Send us a text Mel + Mel dive into aged wines. Why we do it, how it changes the taste, what wines to use, and how to do it yourself. What Meg's been drinking: Leo Buring Riesling. Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel
Send us a text Meg + Mel dive into Australia's favourite wine - Shiraz! Tune in for tips and tricks for what to look for when buying shiraz, from local to international. What Meg's drinking: Cherubino Great Southern Riesling. Shiraz Tasted: M. Chapoutier Crozes-Hermitage ($35), Rob Dolan Wines Shiraz ($38), Glaetzer Bishop Shiraz ($33) Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text Meg + Mel welcome Tori to the mic to help discuss tips and tricks for buying a good wine. Which aps can be trusted? Do you listen to the critics? And what's with the wine bling? Apps discussed: Vivino, Awesomm, Dan's App. What Meg's been drinking this week: Chablis Premiere Cru Les Vailons. Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text Meg and Mel talk about Champagne, Prosecco, Cava, and Cuvee Blanc - what the differences are, what to buy, when to drink, and what you can expect to taste. Sparkling tasted: Mumm Cordon Rouge Champagne ($50-$55); Freixenet Cordon Negro Brut Cava ($14-$17); Rob Dolan Cuvee Blanc ($20-$25); Zonin Prosecco ($15-$20). Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel...
Send us a text Meg + Mel discuss if pairing your food and wine actually matters, and of course, how to do it. From simple like-for-like to sommelier skills, you'll leave a pro after listening to this episode! Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel
