Best Mel Gilcrist, Meg Brodtmann Podcasts (2025)

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Dan Murphy's Wine Awards + the $20 wine that blew us away 27:52

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Send us a text Dan Murphy's inaugural Best in Glass Wine Awards evaluates wines based on drinkability and value rather than traditional wine show metrics, so we thought we'd see what we thought of their top picks. • Dan Murphy's tasted over 1,400 wines for their first Best in Glass Awards • Categories include Best Value, Best International, and ove…

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Wine News - May: Rob Dolan Wines in administration, Vinarchy launches, China update, industry shout outs 29:52

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Send us a text In light of the new pope, we ask the question: what do they drink in the Vatican? (The answer has Mel considering turning up to Sunday mass) Wine’s new power player, Vinarchy, and what it means for the industry. An update on China exports – restocking, or a true comeback? A few industry shout-outs And… things get real. Meg opens up a…

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Is Nebbiolo the New Sangiovese? 30:02

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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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How to buy a german riesling - learn the terminology 31:36

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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 w…

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Cellaring white wine: how to pick an ageworthy bottle 48:20

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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 Scarbo…

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Reds in the Fridge? We revisit this exploding category 22:14

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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 @winewithmegandmelBy Mel Gilcrist, Meg Brodtmann

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Chinese wine - yep, you read that right 17:58

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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 indu…

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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 new Homestead ... 23:40

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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 im…

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Tasting Tips: How to tell medium reds apart (Merlot, Carmenere, Tempranillo, Mencia) 34:22

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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

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Our Top Wines of 2024 19:46

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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…

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Budget-Friendly Festive Wines: Exploring Aldi Wines 18:27

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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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Chardonnay Symposium: Our Controversial opinions 34:52

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Send us a text Our unfiltered thoughts about some key discussions from the Chardonnay Symposium. Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmelBy Mel Gilcrist, Meg Brodtmann

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Where we get our wine entertainment, news and lols. 27:40

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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 @Huntres…

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Do we bother with White Blends? 25:49

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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 …

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Celebrity Wines: From Dolly Parton to Brad Pitt 21:14

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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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Affordable crowd-pleaser wines 30:33

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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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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. 30:57

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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 (Timeout) 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…

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GSM and the beauty of a blend 25:54

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Send us a text Guigal Côtes du Rhône $30 Claymore You’ll Never Walk Alone Clare Valley GSM $17 Serafino McLaren Vale GSM $25 Hentley Farm The Marl Grenache $25 Final drop: Handpicked Wines Collection Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2019 $50 Handpicked Wines Collection Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2019 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel…

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New vs Old - Museum wines to the test 40:15

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Send us a text A closer look into museum wines - we compare three young wines with their older counterparts. Wines tasted: - Howard Park Riesling - 2023 + 2018 - Ten Minutes by Tractor Wallis Chardonnay - 2022 + 2015 - Lowe Zinfendel 2021 + 2017 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmelBy Mel Gilcrist, Meg Brodtmann

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The Science of Wine Evolution 41:44

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Send us a text All about museum wines. Meg nerds out. Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel

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Mousse & bead - is the 'feeling' of a bubble is just wine wank? 36:23

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Send us a text Ever wondered how the right kind of bubbles can elevate a sparkling wine experience? We explore the science and art behind creating perfect bubbles with a story about ultrasonic sound and its impact on wine ratings. Glassware can make or break your sparkling wine journey, and we dive into why that’s the case with a deep dive into the…

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Austrian White Wines: Beyond Grüner Veltliner 27:26

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Send us a text Ever wondered what’s beyond Austria’s famous Grüner Veltliner? We’re diving into some great white wines like Riesling and some lesser-known treats such as Welsh Riesling and Muscat Ottonel. If you’re into white wines, this is a must-listen! Wines tasted: Domane Wachau 'Federspiel Bruck' Riesling 2021 $32 Velich Welschriesling 2021 $4…

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Wine News: Wineries change hands, an $18,000 wine, Halliday wine awards, Aldi tricks high society wine drinkers 27:47

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Send us a text Are the days of affordable Australian wines numbered? Tune in to this episode of Wine with Meg and Mel as we uncover the seismic shifts in ownership shaking up the Australian wine industry. From Pernod Ricard passing its wine portfolio to Accolade Wines, to Treasury Wine Estates offloading well-known brands like Lindemans and Wolf Bl…

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Wine Olympics: the battle of iconic national wines 31:19

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Send us a text Ready to discover which country reigns supreme in our first-ever Wine Olympics? Join us as we pit iconic wines from four nations against each other. What meg's drinking: Vue on Halcyon Rose Andre Kientzler Gewurztraminer Osterberg $97 Tahbilk Marsanne 2016 $20 Southern Right Pinotage $60 Seghesio Sonoma Zinfandel $60 Follow us on ins…

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Ok wow, we were wrong about Lambrusco 1:00:29

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Send us a text What if everything you thought you knew about Lambrusco was wrong? Join us as we welcome Niko Pellacani, an expert from the heart of Modena, who shares his extraordinary journey from Italy to Napa Valley and back. Discover how his experiences in both regions have shaped his unique perspective on wine, and learn about his plans to fur…

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Wine News: Australia's new top grape, Burgundy's bougee auction, Global praise for Australian sparkling winemaker, what we think of current wine campaigns 27:49

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Can you taste rose colour? We put it to the test. 19:33

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Send us a text Can the color of a wine glass alter your perception of taste? Join us for a thought-provoking episode where we conduct a fun and fascinating experiment. Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmelBy Mel Gilcrist, Meg Brodtmann

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How good is Aussie fortified wine?! 48:45

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Send us a text We're exploring Aussie fortified and comparing it to its brothers in Portugal, thanks to the help of Galway Pipe! Wines tasted: GALWAY 10 YO BOURBON BARREL TAWNY $65 GALWAY 15 YO RUM BARREL TAWNY $80 GALWAY 12 YO GRAND TAWNY $36 GALWAY 25 YO RARE TAWNY $100 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel…

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Wine News: Sustainability accreditation update, Melbourne's not-a-wine-bar, an update on wine gender equality, fancy new tourist destination for Bollinger 44:07

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Send us a text Headlines: - Bollinger opens new tourist location complete with wellness hub and shop - are the champanoise finally having to use traditional marketing techniques instead of relying on rarity and prestige? - New not-a-wine-bar in Melbourne offers 150 wines by the glass - is this 140 too many? - Gender gap still wide in wine despite r…

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Yarra Yering part 2: tastings, a 100 point wine, and what's next 30:41

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Send us a text Part 2 of our chat with Sarah Crowe. Wines tased: 2021 Pinot Noir $130 2021 Dry Red Wine No. 2 $135 2021 Dry Red Wine No. 1 $155 2021 Carrodus Cabernet Sauvignon $275 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel

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Yarra Yering: How they got on top, and how they stay there - interview with Sarah Crowe 36:16

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Send us a text An intro to the fabulous Sarah Crowe and Yarra Yering winery. Wines tasted: Yarra Yering 2022 Chardonnay $130 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel

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Wine News: China is open, Nick Ryan takes over The Aus wine column, Real Review Top Wineries 35:40

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Send us a text This wine news we: Look at the Real Review Top Wineries list Talk to Lee McLean from Australian Grape & Wine about China reopening to Australian wine Chat to Nick Ryan about taking the reins from James Halliday for The Australian wine column. Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel

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Tasting Tips: How to tell light red wines apart 28:37

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Send us a text A light red comes up in a tasting - do you know how to tell what it is? We tell you the tricks. Wines tasted: Lingo 'Gam' Gamay $20 Zonzo Estate Pinot Noir $27 Hentley Farm The Marl Grenache $25 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel

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Tasting tips: How to tell white wines apart 36:41

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Send us a text What Mel's drinking: 2023 ‘Chica’ Rosé Wines tasted: 2023 Brokenwood Semillon $27 2023 Yalumba Y Series Chardonnay $15 2023 The Ethereal One Vermentino $23 2023 AMBERLEY CHIMNEY BRUSH CHENIN BLANC $12 2023 Tim Adams Riesling $18 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel

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How light strike is ruining your wine 32:13

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Send us a text What Meg's been drinking: Andre Clouet Dream Vintage 2006 Final Drop: Billy Button Rosso $25 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel

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Wine News: Why aren't there more female winemakers, iffy wine labels, a rough vintage for WA and a Cellar Door tasting fee debate 43:10

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Send us a text This wine news we Deep Dive with guest Tash Dale from Australian Vintage to dissect why only 20% of Australia's winemakers are female, despite equal gender in university wine courses. We ask Tash - what can the industry do about it? Headlines: 0.56 - Four Corners investigates misleading claims on wine labels 6.40 - WA have had a horr…

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Finally, Wines of Etna (YAAAASSS!) 29:33

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Send us a text FINALLY, ETNA! 2021 Carranco Etna Bianco Villa dei Baroni $60 2020 Etna Bianco Contrada Carranco $100 2018 Carranco Etna Rosso Villa dei Baroni $60 2019 Etna Rosso Contrada Carranco $140 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel

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Cool wines, Hot regions 38:44

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Send us a text "Cool wines" often come from cooler regions, funnily enough. But we've got a round-up of fun wines you'll want to taste from regions you might not expect. What Meg's drinking: 2023 Meadowbank Riesling $38 Wines tasted 2022 MDI Picolit $29 2022 Sabi Wabi Semillon $39 2023 Unico Zelo Fresh AF $25 2021 Ricca Terra Vintners Aglianico $27…

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Riverland (The Big Guys) 27:11

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Send us a text Tasting the scale wines that come out of Riverland. Look out for an upcoming ep where we taste from the smaller wineries! Wines tasted: Innocent Bystander Pink Moscato $20 Cupio Pink Pinot Grigio $18 Grant Burge Classic Collection Shiraz $8 Banrock Station Crimson Cabernet $8 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel…

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Wine News: Protests in the Riverland, Australian wine exports, new Penfolds Champagne, Vintage update 37:24

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Send us a text Our first monthly episode of wine news! Hear about key stories in the world of wine and join us on a deep dive about the oversupply in Riverland, and what the government could do about it. Headlines: 3.08 - Wine exports 10.40 - Penfolds releases new Champagne 15.00 - Vintage update Deep Dive: 18.50 - Why there's grape growers protest…

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Our top 10 wines of 2023 28:57

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Send us a text Our top 10 wines of the year! Lowe Family Wines Ansonica $42 Oakridge Garden Gris Piquette $22 Yalumba The Tri-Centenary $55 Louis Moreau Chablis 1er Cru Vau Ligneau $95 2017 Carrodus Cabernet Sauvignon $275 Airlie Bank Cabernet Franc $24 Penfolds Reserve Bin A Chardonnay 2005 $110 Sentio Beechworth Chardonnay $68 Petaluma Riesling 2…

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Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 31:38

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Send us a text All about Savvy B! Wines tasted: Oyster Bay Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc $16 Giesen Uncharted Sauvignon Blanc $16 Dog Point Sauvignon Blanc $30 Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2023 $80 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel

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Sparkling under $50 39:04

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Send us a text What Meg's been drinking: 2022 Nepenthe Pinnacle Albariño $35 Listen to our Dyl & Friends Episode Check out Gippsland pours - a night of legends and rising stars Wines tasted: Henkell Dry-Sec Sparkling $14.99 Croser Sparkling Rose NV $19.99 Georg Jensen Hallmark Cuvée $37.40 Chandon Vintage Blanc de Blanc de Blancs 2017 $48 Veuve Roz…

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New wines, Bush Vines, Old Vines - does any of it make a difference? 20:27

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Send us a text Old vines and bush vines are big marketing buzz words. They're great in theory - but do they actually change the taste of the wine? Wines tasted: Yalumba Barossa Bush Vine Grenache $28 Yalumba Vine Vale Grenache $40 Yalumba The Tri-Centenary $65 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel…

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Spanish wine (that's not Rioja!) 25:36

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Send us a text Rioja gets a lot of attention but there's some killer wines coming out of Spain worth trying! Marqués de Riscal Rueda Blanco $17 Pulpo Albariño $23 Aurkitu Garnacha Vinas Viejas $27 Rar Esséncia Priorat Doq $37 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel

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Top wines being made by women winemakers 44:52

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Send us a text We welcome Colleen Haggarty to take us through the women killing it in wine at the moment. Pacha Mama Pinot Gris $27 Quealy Tussie Mussie Pinot Gris $34 Brown Brothers Patricia Chardonnay $53 Yarra Yering Agincourt $100 Wynns Coonawarra Estate Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 $40 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel…

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Whites of the Loire 28:49

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Send us a text We take you on a tour around the Loire - the top wines and regions, and what you should be buying to drink this weekend! Veuve Amiot Crémant de Loire Brut $19 Sauvion Cardinal Richard Muscadet Sevre et Maine Sur Lie $24 Famille Bougrier Confidences Vouvray $22 Domaine Des Grosses Pierres Sancerre $47 Follow us on instagram @winewithm…

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French IGP: is it worth buying unappellated French wine? 22:23

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Send us a text They're from France, but not one of the fancy regions. Worth drinking? What Meg's drinking: Santolin Gladysdale Chardonnay Wines tasted: Paul Mas Chardonnay $12 Miraval Studio Rosé $27 Marrenon Les Grains Pinot Noir $19 Le Grand Roi Bouches du Rhone $12 Final drop: Hydropath Society 2019 Seeing Red Grenache Follow us on instagram @wi…

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Victoria's best kept wine secret: The Grampians 20:48

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Send us a text Out West in Victoria is a hidden region with history, and they're absolutely killing it. 2022 Foudre Ferment Riesling $35 Seppelt Original Sparkling Shiraz NV $25 Seppelt Drumborg Pinot Noir $40 Mount Langi Ghiran Cliff Edge Shiraz $33 Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel

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Drought resistant grapes that will get us through climate change 45:45

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Send us a text The climate is getting hotter - here's what we need to be growing to adapt. Wines tasted: Malagouzia White Dot Moschofilero $19 Gaia "Thalassitis' Santorini Assyrtiko 2018 $70 Crisanto Tempranillo Graciano Grenache $15 Domaine De Blayac Minervois $17 The final drop: 2022 Lerida Estate CULLERIN Riesling Follow us on instagram @winewit…