Got Somme : Master Sommelier’s Wine Podcast

We've all heard about following in your father's footsteps but for Sam Middleton of Mount Mary Vineyard we wanted to know if expectation meant invitation

"There was probably never any doubt that I would end up doing what I'm doing now, wine was always a big part of my life"

Taking our conversation on the Journey through working at Gevrey-Chambertin and cutting his teeth at Coldstream Hills and Dominique Portet before returning to his families estate as Chief Winemaker

"Once you're back you're very unlikely to leave, you wanna try and get as many different experiences as possible"

Imposter Syndrome, stamping his mark on the label and the next generation of winemakers are all discussed while everyone enjoys a stunning

2015 Mount Mary Triolet. "It was a fantastic Yarra vintage, probably one of the best I've been involved in"

2021 Mount Mary Chardonnay "Great acid, great focus, great freshness, great drive but still have flavour and concentration and personality"

If you can enjoy a glass of MM alongside listening or watching this episode.

Raise a glass to Sam Middleton and bottoms up

Cheers 🍷

Watch this episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/Y5tJahAfn0Y

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Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by https://fromyourpocket.com.au/

About Got Somme:

A podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over.

Chapters:

00:00 - It took TWO YEARS to make this episode happen!

01:58 - 3rd generation winemaker

03:20 - The History of Mount Mary

06:15 - Triolet

10:38 - Thoughts on wineries being sold to bigger companies

12:30 - Sam's experience working in France

15:04 - Returning to Australia and becoming Chief winemaker

17:22 - Major changes since taking over

19:00 - Mount Mary Chardonnay

22:00 - Quick Fire Questions

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Have a cracking bottle of Red Wine and you don't know if you should decant it?

If you should - how long for?

Master Sommelier Carlos Santos is here to debunk the decanting myths and describe the many benefits, including separating the sediment from the liquid. This is especially helpful for red wines. Decanting also enhances a wine's flavour by exposing it to oxygen, and allowing it to breathe.

In this episode of Got Somme: We decant one wine into 3 different vessels to explain the process and why once decanted we can assess 3 different experiences.

Get ready to find out how to be rid of your wine dregs aka sediment and give your cherished wines their best chance.

Quiz - Can you name the best Italian Sparkling wine region?

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Answer: Veneto! The home of the most well-known Italian sparkling wine – Prosecco

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Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by https://fromyourpocket.com.au/

Watch this episode on YouTube (it's our BEST yet! Watch out for the HILARIOUS video at end) https://youtu.be/Y9nScT1LOro

About Got Somme: A podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over.

Chapters: 00:00 - Intro

00:49 - What is decanting?

01:50 - How Sommelier decants in a restaurant

04:16 - Our 3 decanters and their differences

06:19 - Using a candle when decanting

08:33 - Angus ruining a bottle of expensive wine when decanting

09:58 - Young or Old wines? Which should be decanted?

14:20 - How Master Sommelier decants at home

16:45 - What's double Decanting?

18:49 - How to clean a decanter

20:22 - The time Carlos decanted using a hotel kettle

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"I've never done this"

Toolangi Chief Winemaker Kaspar Hermann joins Master Sommelier Carlos Santos and Angus O'Loughlin in the Got Somme studio to do a WORLD FIRST tasting of 6 vintages of their famous 'F Block' chardonnay.

Starting with Kaspar's first vintage of 2019 they work through each vintage tasting the sometimes chaotic seasonal conditions and discuss yield, expectations, ripening windows and much much more.

The coolest part? Tasting 2 unreleased vintages in the 2023, Toolangi hold onto the wine under screw top for one year, and the just harvested 2024!

"I didn't expect it to be drinkable!"

If you missed Part 1 of the conversation with Kaspar after this episode click back and check out his history with wine but for now open up a Yarra Valley Chardonnay and enjoy this episode!

Watch this episode and join us for a glass https://youtu.be/AvbCBrpxvbg

Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by https://fromyourpocket.com.au/

About Got Somme:

A podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over. 

This podcast proudly presented by Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine-and-more?tab=items

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Embarking his 20th vintage in Yarra Valley Toolangi winemaker Kaspar Hermann knows a thing or two about getting the best from a Chardonnay grape.

Marrying into a wine making family, and taking a viticulture course himself in his teens, wine is where he was destined to be and after vintages with Seville Estate, Rochford and Mount Mary, Toolangi came calling. Taking over the reigns from legendary winemakers Rick Kinzbrunner, Franco D'Anna, David Bicknell and Willy Lunn his first vintage in 2019 was made somewhat easier by starting during the harvest and the pressure of making calls about the canopy and crop being delayed until 2020.

In this episode of Got Somme: Master Sommelier Carlos Santos and wine lover Angus O'Loughlin talk about the Toolangi Takeover, the importance of 'F Block Chardonnay' and the world stage Kaspar dreams to take his wines.

Watch this episode and join us for a glass https://youtu.be/A8_1q5fMJ5o

Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by https://fromyourpocket.com.au/

About Got Somme:

A podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over. 

This podcast proudly presented by Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine-and-more?tab=items

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grenache

In this episode, we delve into the rich history and global allure of Grenache, tracing its origins from the sun-kissed vineyards of Spain to its flourishing presence in France, Australia, and beyond. Discover the allure of old-vine Grenache and how its ancient roots contribute to its unique character and depth.

From its humble beginnings to its current status as a darling of wine enthusiasts, we explore the factors fueling Grenache's ascent to stardom in the wine world. Learn about the innovative winemaking techniques and terroir-driven nuances that make Grenache an irresistible choice for both connoisseurs and casual sippers alike.

Whether you're a seasoned oenophile or a curious novice, this episode promises to deepen your appreciation for the multifaceted charm of Grenache wines.

Cheers to a podcast episode brimming with flavour, history, and the sheer joy of exploring one of the wine world's most beloved varietals.

Watch this episode and join us for a glass   https://youtu.be/HuqOknarsvM

Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by https://fromyourpocket.com.au/

About Got Somme:

A podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over. 

This podcast proudly presented by Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine-and-more?tab=items

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Till the moment we pressed record on the podcast equipment host Angus O'Loughlin had NO idea that Malbec not only could be grown in France but was the first region to do so!

Prepare to embark on a wine-tasting journey like no other as we uncork the hidden treasures of unconventional wine regions and explore the unexpected locales where grapes thrive and fine wines are crafted, defying traditional norms and surprising even the most seasoned oenophiles.

PLUS

We loosely talk about Hydroponic wineries, where grapes are nurtured in nutrient-rich water solutions, free from soil constraints. Discover how this innovative approach to viticulture maximizes efficiency, minimizes environmental impact, and produces grapes of exceptional quality, resulting in wines that are as sustainable as they are delicious.

From controlled indoor environments to vertical farming systems, hydroponic vineyards are reshaping the landscape of winemaking, allowing vintners to push the boundaries of flavor and aroma in ways never thought possible. Raise your glass to innovation and sustainability, and join us on a journey to discover the extraordinary flavors of hydroponic wines.

Cheers to a greener, more flavorful future!

Watch this episode and join us for a glass 🍷 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FnOXcr33KxQ&t=2s

Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by https://fromyourpocket.com.au/

About Got Somme:

A podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends ove

This podcast proudly presented by Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine-and-more?tab=items

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Cheesemonger Anthony Femia 🧀

BUT

Not just any expert on cultured milks! An Internationally recognised Cheesemonger who was the first Australian invited to France to select his very own flavour profile of Comté.

This episode will have YOU become the expert on how and why to pair cheese with wines when breaking out the chopping board and serving out a platter.

Watch out though!

Anthony wasn't expecting to be met with a cheese he has NEVER PAIRED in his entire career. A make or break moment coming up!

Cheese and Wine a duo as iconic as Barbie and Ken, Bonnie and Clyde and today I'm missing the Batman to my Robin - Carlos Santos our in-house Master Sommelier is in Portugal so it's great to have Anthony's company in the studio.

Follow Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/thecheesemonger

Follow his Shop: https://www.instagram.com/makerandmonger/

Watch this episode and the reactions to that first Comté 🤤  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DA7VtcyzVQ

Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by https://fromyourpocket.com.au/

About Got Somme:

A podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over. 

This podcast proudly presented by Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine-and-more?tab=items

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maccas matched with Moscato?

KFC companied with Chardonnay?

Taco Bell with Barolo?

Last year we posted a meme of McDonald's burgers being matched with Wines and it got thousands of likes! This year we thought we would will it into Podcast existence with Angus handling the UberEats order and Master Sommelier Carlos Santos pairing the wines.

Wines:

‘Postcards from Italy’ - Prosecco DOC (Organic)

2020 Andre Kientzler, Riesling, Ribeauvillé, Alsace

2019 Crissante Alessandria,“Pian delle Masche” Dolcetto d’Alba, Piedmont

Watch this episode on YouTube (don’t if hungry)

Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by 

https://fromyourpocket.com.au/

About Got Somme:

A podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age.

We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos.

Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over

This podcast proudly presented by Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine-and-more?tab=items

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We met her and saw the bottle 🤯

In this episode Angus O'Loughlin gives a behind the scenes look at what it's like to meet Taylor Swift and the bottle he saw gifted to her that's been revealed as her favourite grape variety.

Taylor has been spotted withthe wine we drink on the show:

2021 Pascal Cotat Sancerre 'Les Monts Damnes'

Watch this episode on our YouTube: https://youtu.be/lLyIfDzy0Vc

Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by https://fromyourpocket.com.au/

About Got Somme:

A podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos.

Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over.

This podcast proudly presented by Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine-and-more?tab=items

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bottles brought into studio:

2007 & 2018 'Allegra' Chardonnay

2019 'Mietta' Pinot Noir

2018 'Indra' Shiraz

2018 'Hugo' Super Tuscan

Check out their website: https://www.lethbridgewines.com/

Follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LethbridgeWines

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lethbridge_wines/

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2er_4veoAsI

Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by https://fromyourpocket.com.au/

About Got Somme:

A podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos.

Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over.

Chapters:

01:45 - History of Lethbridge

05:35 - 2018 & 2007 'Allegra' Chardonnay

10:16 - 2019 'Mietta' Pinot Noir

13:50 - 2018 'Indra' Shiraz

16:24 - Heston Blumenthal

17:08 - 2018 'Hugo' Super Tuscan

19:47 - 2019 Nebbiolo

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Chardonnay can be a divisive wine when really it shouldn't! If you don't like Chardonnay chances are you probably just don't like over oaked Chardonnay.

The grape variety itself is actually neutral and if you were to taste a Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Chardonnay next to a William Fevre Petit Chablis you would be mistaken for thinking they are two completely different grape varietals.

The difference? Oak

One with plenty and one without any!

In this episode of Got Somme, Yarra Valley local Brenden Robnik aka 'The Wine Animal' joins us in studio to deep dive his favourite Australian wine region while also looking at the complex differences altitude can make on Chardonnay separated only by a few kilometres.

Disagree that the Yarra Valley is the best wine region in Victoria?

Watch this episode on YouTube and tag us in your photos to be shared on our Instagram! https://youtu.be/fVJyAnYQ8gw

Got Somme Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gotsomme/

Let us know in the comments your opinion and we might just take a deep dive into the glass 

Check out Brenden's Wine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewineanimal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wineanimal

Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by https://fromyourpocket.com.au/

About Got Somme: A podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over.

This podcast proudly presented by Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine-and-more?tab=items

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Late last year Got Somme host Angus O'Loughlin was asked via our Instagram

"What bottle would you cellar for ten years"

He held up a 2021 Demi Shiraz that he was drinking in that moment.

That led to a phone call to Syrahmi owner Adam Foster who was inspecting the vines and they confirmed his studio attendance as first winemaker on the podcast in 2024!

Bottles brought into studio:

2022 Demi Shiraz

2017 Lala

2018 LaLa

2022 Syrahmi 'Angus'

2004 Syrahmi (first ever vintage)

A bit of Syrahmi: The name Syrahmi is a made up from “Syrah” the French word for Shiraz and “Ami” meaning friend. The idea being a “friendly Shiraz” or “A friend of Shiraz”. Syrahmi began in 2004 when Adam Foster gave up his day job as a Chef to pursue his dream of becoming a wine maker. He purchased his first tonne and a half of grapes from Heathcote winery and the dream was born. Each year grapes for Syrahmi are sourced and selected from different vineyards in the Heathcote region. Thus each year the wines are given a different name to reflect the vintage.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/syrahmi.wine/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Syrahmi/100087596522797/

Watch this episode now with Heathcote visuals and close ups of the wines we are drinking: https://youtu.be/ueXmzQxH7Q8

Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by https://fromyourpocket.com.au/

About Got Somme: A podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over.

This podcast proudly presented by Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine-and-more?tab=items

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After going viral on Instagram with a video that has had more than 5.5 million views the world is wondering if I can "Never EVER drink champagne from a flute" then what do I drink it from?

Master Sommelier Carlos Santos brought in 6 different styles of glassware to debunk some myths and crown the best style ahead of New Years Eve to ensure you get the most of your bubbles as we bring in the New Year.

Glassware covered

• ISO
• Flutes
• Coupe
• Pinot Noir Glass
• Universal Glass
• Carlos' pick for the best glassware with Champagne

Happy New Year and Cheers to returning in 2024 🥂 🍾

Watch this episode on HD and see the glassware we've been speaking about: https://youtu.be/j-PVLTzA4jQ

Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by https://fromyourpocket.com.au/

About Got Somme: A podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over.

Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

01:52 - Why the Flute isn't the best choice

02:24 - ISO Glass

04:29 - Coupe Glass

06:29 - Burgundy Glass

08:04 - Universal Glass & Custom Champagne Glass

10:22 - Grand Cru Champagne Paul Dethune

11:52 - RM vs NM styles of Champagne

This podcast proudly presented by Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine-and-more?tab=items

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Want to be the HERO of Xmas Lunch?

Take these wine pairing tips from a Master Sommelier as he REVEALS what he is bringing to his own festive family table. Carlos Santos defies convention and breaks with tradition by pairing Seafood with Savoie, Turkey with Syrah, and Christmas Cake with Port, all while providing an explanation for his decisions.

Wines in this episode:

Savoie - 2020 Domaine Adrien Berlioz Savoie 'La Pepie’

Syrah - 2021 Place of Changing Winds ‘N2’, Heathcote

Port - Quinta Do Noval '10 Year' Tawny Port

Listen to our Podcast: Got Somme

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Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by https://fromyourpocket.com.au/

About Got Somme:

A podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos.

Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over.

Chapters:

00:00 - Xmas 🎄 intro

01:17 - Pairing Seafood 🦐

02:50 - Pairing Cheeseboard 🧀

06:20 - Pairing Turkey 🦃

08:33 - Pairing Xmas Cake 🍰

11:33 - Wrap Up 🎁

This podcast proudly presented by Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine-and-more?tab=items

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The text message from Carlos read: "Oh mate... if we can get Olivier it will be HUGE!"

The schedule was tight, 20 minutes only, to quiz the sixth generation of the founding family of Krug and it's current Director Olivier Krug. Carlos reminisces on his first experience in France at the vineyard, the incredible bottle of wine he was lucky enough to taste and how each glass should taste like a symphony of flavours.

Truly one of our favourite moments this year is Olivier describing how each Cuvee is created and how the "ego's" of some vintages need to be managed.

Raise a glass... but not a flute

(that makes sense when you watch this episode)

To Krug Champagne 🥂

Watch this episode on YouTube and meet the winemaker! https://youtu.be/0KH-5qqjR28

Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by

https://fromyourpocket.com.au

About Got Somme:

A podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over.

Chapters:

0:00 - Introduction

1:49 - Olivier was always going to be working with Champagne

3:01 - Harvesting different vineyards

4:56 - How Champagne requires music and a maestro

8:00 - What's Olivier's personal preference for Champagne

10:55 - A moment with Krug that connects Olivier to his families' passion

11:39 - Why you SHOULDN'T drink Champagne from a flute 🥂

13:06 - The perfect temperature to drink Champagne

13:51 - The next (seventh) generation of Krug

15:56 - Matching food with Krug 🍾🍕

This podcast proudly presented by Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine-and-more?tab=items

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Carlos Santos MS has selected the wines he orders on a wine list and explains why YOU should too!

He takes us on a wine journey through Portugal and France, from complex reds to delicious sweet wines explaining the reasons why he loves his choices and the impact they had on his wine career leading him to be one of less than 270 Master Sommeliers in the WORLD!

Then wine novice and student Angus O'Loughlin will blind taste them to see how close he can get to these unique varietals. You won't BELIEVE what happens when he tastes a Domaine Tempier Bandol!!

Carlos is still in shock at the results 🤯

Three wines:

2019 Luis Seabra Xisto Ilimitado Branco

2020 Domaine Tempier Bandol 'Lulu & Lucien'

2010 Bourgoin Pineau des Charentes 'Elevage Oxidatif'

Watch this episode on YouTube and wait till you see Angus' reaction to uncovering the Bandol! https://youtu.be/vO1B5XKrUmM

Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by

https://fromyourpocket.com.au

This podcast proudly presented by Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine-and-more?tab=items

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Imagine being gifted a wine and not realising it's value - they make less than 300 bottles each year! 

Hiding in Angus' cellar at home was this bottle of wine and YOU could win it. After discovering the gem in his collection while speaking with Yarra Yering winemaker Sarah Crowe the boys decide to deep dive the world of 'Carrodus' Wines bringing this Masterclass on a true Yarra Yering icon.

This wine isn't made any year. It's created out of a small, historic parcel of vines on the Yarra Yering site. It's only made in exceptional conditions and only when the grapes aren't required for the No1 or No2 wines.

Also listen out for the vintage Sarah describes as "The Goat" and then keep your eyes out for it on auction, bottle shops or wine lists. 

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Yuki Hirose joined an exclusive group of less than 300 in the world as Master Sommelier one month ago!

Joined by fellow Master Sommelier Carlos Santos they speak about their different experiences in passing the exam, their career paths crossing overseas and how Carlos helped Yuki pass his blind tasting exam.

If you love wine, studying wine or you want to take a deeper dive - this is the episode for you!

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'Astralis'

The first EVER bottle of wine to be valued at $100 in Australia and a wine that was rated in the TOP 1000 wines in the WORLD! This masterpiece created by Roman Bratasiuk is a labour of love, passion and valued at $3000. 

The first EVER vintage was 1994 and Alex Bratasiuk, son of Roman, brought one into the studio to taste and learn the history of the vines from the next generation of family winemakers. Alex tells stories of how 'Astralis' was named, how his father wined and dined with the worlds heavyweights of wine and his personal collection that once rivalled New York!

Sharing memories over a glass full of them. How good!

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Want to buy Burgundy Pinot at a fraction of the price?

LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE 🍷

In this podcast Master Sommelier Carlos Santos gives a great lesson in the history of Burgundy wines, the power of Madame Lalou Bize-Leroy, the unbelievable distance between the worlds BEST vines and we REVEAL how we scored this wine for 1/3 of the retail price!

Bottle: 2014 Maison Leroy Bourgogne Rouge

Saúde

(Portuguese for 'Cheers')

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Imagine leaving the sale of one of Australia's most beloved wineries to the flip of a coin?!

That's the humble beginnings of Yarra Yering in Victoria where Dr. Bailey Carrodus let fate decide who was to take ownership of the site which produces the world famous 'Dry Red Wine No1'.

Join Master Sommelier Carlos Santos and Angus O'Loughlin as they interview 2021 Winemaker of the year Sarah Crowe for a deep dive into her winemaking style, decision to put all future bottles under screw cap and history of the iconic winery estate.

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Chapters

0:00 - 1:45 - Introducing Sarah Crowe

1:46 - 4:20 - The history of 'Dry White Wine No1

4:21 - 6:38 - Taking over winemaking at Yarra Yering

6:39 - 8:00 - The Terroir of Yarra Yering site

8:01 - 9:21 - 2021 Chardonnay Assessment

9:22 - 14:15 - 'Agincourt' Cabernet Malbec blend

14:16 - 15:42 - The use of oak in Yarra Yering

15:43 - 18:44 - Dry Red Wine No2

18:45 - 20:44 - Making small changes and getting big feedback

20:45 - 22:55 - Changing to screw cap from cork

22:56 - 25:28 - Dry Red Wine No1

25:29 - 30:23 - True story: Flipping a coin to own Yarra Yering

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Can 9 Australian Shiraz producers beat 1 French Syrah in a wine blind tasting?

WATCH TILL THE END TO WIN A BOTTLE OF WINE VALUED AT $320*

Tasting wines valued between $5 and $320 we tasked Master Sommelier Carlos Santos to taste for QUALITY in the hopes of finding a great bottle of Shiraz at an affordable price... was this the case?

Bottles and their Numbers:

#1 - 2017 Benarca Estate, Heathcote 🇦🇺

#2 - 2019 Dalys Cottage, Mount Avoca 🇦🇺

#3 - 2014 Grant Burge 'Meshach', Barossa Valley 🇦🇺

#4 - 2018 Taltarni, Pyrenees 🇦🇺

#5 - 2020 Starling, Barossa Valley 🇦🇺

#6 - 2016 Cornas Syrah, Rhone Valley, France 🇫🇷

#7 - 2019 Kilikanoon 'Golden Ridgeline', Clare Valley 🇦🇺

#8 - 2019 Noble Vine, South Australian Blend 🇦🇺

#9 - 2020 Haselgrove 'Il Padrone', McLaren Vale 🇦🇺

#10 - 2016 Club Diamondz 'Limited Release', Barossa Valley 🇦🇺

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*Valued by VinoMofo July 2023

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In 2018 fire destroyed the restaurant and cellar door, containing $500,000 worth of wine, of famed Australian winery '10 Minutes by Tractor'.

Today owner Martin Spedding sits down with Master Sommelier and Got Somme Host Carlos Santos and co-host Angus O'Loughlin to talk about the tragic day and how they emerged from the ashes to win 'Wine List of the Year' and named as one of Victorias best restaurants.

Make sure you stick around to the end to find out why Martin fought the insurance company to hold onto a $40,000 bottle of 2000 Domaine de la Romanee-Conti Romanee-Conti Grand Cru and what his plans are with the famed or should we say "flamed" bottle.

Check out more about their history and wines here: https://www.tenminutesbytractor.com.au/

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We were BLOWN AWAY by the quantity and QUALITY of this wine tasting! Ten Minutes by Tractor 🚜🍷

Owner Martin Spedding brings in an unreleased (at time of recording) Chardonnay called 'SV3' and we are the first in the WORLD to taste the wine outside of the staff at the vineyard and Martin's own family.

A true honour!

Ten Minutes by Tractor is a winery on the Mornington Peninsula. It is the convergence of wine journeys that began almost 40 years ago with a group of individuals and vineyards that fortuitously came together over time to create the winery that exists today.

Check out more about their history and wines here: https://www.tenminutesbytractor.com.au/

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 $120 down the drain!

"Corked" wine does not mean a wine with small pieces of cork floating around in the glass. It is a word for a wine that has become contaminated with cork taint. In the worst instances, the wine tastes of nothing but mould – which should be obvious.

BUT what if it isn't?

How do you identify when a bottle of wine has gone bad?

We are here to educate and alleviate that fear as we accidently experience first hand what a corked wine smells and tastes like, demonstrate how it can be easy to distinguish between a regular bottle and the steps you can take when asking for a refund.

NEVER in over 60 Episodes has this happened OR SHOULD IT!

Join Angus, Carlos and some brand new faces for this episode of Got Somme 

Watch the reactions on our faces the moment we realise it's corked!

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When Robert Weil winery sent Nicolas Langer all the way from Rheingau, Germany to Melbourne, Australia we knew we had to snatch him from the airport to taste what Master Sommelier Carlos Santos proclaims "One of my favourite Rieslings".

Tasting three of their most premium options Carlos and Angus enjoyed a master class in one of the world's top producers and learnt about the history of the winery, the side project Pinot Noir and found out about the UNBELIEVABLE tasting event they just held where a 100 year old bottle was served!

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One of us gets ALL 5 RIGHT! 🍷✅

When Grays.com sommelier Anna Boydell challenged us to a blind tasting using wines from their range we had to pull up our socks, dust off our copies of 'The World Atlas Of Wine' and represent the Got Somme podcast.

Angus is still in disbelief at how Carlos picked that last wine 😲😵🤯

The wines we tasted and where we got it:

Sauvignon Blanc https://www.grays.com/retail/YSVSAVB22-6/wine/yealands-estate-sauvignon-blanc-2022?spr=true

Chardonnay https://www.grays.com/retail/22CHRARON7HA/wine/robert-oatley-chardonnay-2022?spr=true

Shiraz https://www.grays.com/retail/FCGREN19-12/private-cellar/fox-creek-grenache-2019?spr=true

Grenache #1 https://www.grays.com/retail/DARCUGRE1219/wine/d-arenberg-grenache-2019?spr=true

Grenache #2: https://www.grays.com/retail/HEREGR21-12/wine/grenache-2021?spr=true

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Does Cold Climate make the best conditions for Pinot Noir? 

After talking cold climate wines and frequently mentioning places like the Yarra Valley and Burgundy, Tasmania's Devils Corner invited us to come and compare their very best while also visiting the area. We spent two AMAZING nights in Bicheno with the highlight being woodfire pizzas overlooking the vines of the winery, tasting the different ranges of wines on offer in the most stunning of settings.

Stay till the end for two VERY SPECIAL guest appearances!

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Not even a last minute flight cancelation could stop our resident Master Sommelier Carlos Santos from getting to Devils Corner's winery in Tasmania to see the story behind the bottle.

We sat down, over multiple bottles of wine, with Senior Winemaker Tom Wallace to discuss :

• Current Vintage
• Taste unreleased Syrah
• Hear the story of Pinot accidently being blended with Chardonnay 😂
• Find out Tom's favourite Devils Corner wine and what's in his personal cellar
• Open an award winning bottle of aged Riesling

and much MUCH more

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Why don't we see Cab Franc on more "By The Glass" Wine Lists? Is there a reason for it?

Master Sommelier Carlos Santos is here to debunk the mystery as we take a deep dive into this wonderful mix of red and black fruit wine.

Wines we tasted:

Thierry Germain Domaine des Roches Neuves Saumur-Champigny Franc de Pied

https://rochesneuves.com/en/produit/1020/

2021 Cabernet Sauvignon / Cabernet Franc / Merlot

https://sorrenberg.com/current-release/cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-merlot/

In this episode we discuss:

• Is Cab Franc Over or Underrated?
• The different names of the wine around the world
• The history of the winemaker of Domaine des Roches Neuves
• Does Australia's wine from 'Sorrenberg' match the French comparison?
• Assessing their different qualities and characteristics

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Premier Winery Bass Phillip's founder and winemaker Phillip Jones brought in two of his own bottles, after generously decanting them prior to coming into studio, including:

2010 Bass Phillip Premium Pinot Noir

2015 Bass Phillip 'Issan' Pinot Noir

The reason for his choices is to show the difference between the two vineyard sites even though they are only 15kms apart!

In this Part 2 of our Phillip Jones interview we speak:

• The peculiar way Phillip knew what bunches of grapes were going to be the best of the bunch
• How not all corks are created equal
• The reason why only 300-400 bottle of the Bass Phillip 'Reserve' wine is made each vintage 🍇

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Bass Phillip's success isn't by luck! Phillip Jones it's creator and winemaker for 50 years speaks about his relentless study of rain charts and patterns, Burgundy soils and the unlikely Frenchman who told him to pull up his vines AND WAS RIGHT!

In this candid interview nothing is off limits including:

• The unfortunate turn of events after the sale of Bass Phillip
• Fiery beginnings for the 'Issan' Pinot Noir
• The viticulture that goes into the only Pinot Noir rated "Exceptional" by Langton's

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Almost IMPOSSIBLE to buy - Nikau Farm's Pinot Noir is making waves overseas after being spotted by 'Vue De Monde' Executive Chef Hugh Allen at Noma Restaurant in Denmark.

After luckily scoring 2 bottles of their wine before it sold out in less than 30 minutes Got Somme hosts Master Sommelier Carlos Santos and wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin taste these bottles in one of their first EVER reviews!

Wine:

2020 Nikau ‘Home Block’ Pinot Noir

2018 Nikau ‘Tolone’ White 

Check out their website: https://www.nikaufarm.com.au/

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Master Sommelier Carlos Santos and Wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin were lucky to be presented with an incredible selection of Bindi Wines from owner and winemaker Michael Dhillon.

Tasting something brand new and as the name suggest an "accident" to a 10 year old Pinot from their revered 'Kaye' vines it was an amazing showcase of this wonderful Victorian winery.

Wines we tasted:

• 2022 'Accidental Red'
• 2019 Darshan Pinot Noir
• 2010 Kaye Pinot Noir

Check out their website (grab a few bottles if you're lucky): https://bindiwines.com.au/

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Kicking off our new format of interviewing the people responsible for a Master Sommeliers favourite wines. First up it's Michael Dhillon from 'Bindi' Wines.

In this episode we discuss:

• The history of the agriculture and land that Bindi
• Carlos reveals a CRAZY story about how their wines became Heston Blumenthal's favourite
• The growth of Bindi wines branching out into Dhillon Wines
• Processes for creating unique and identifiable winemaking
• What Michael drinks in his own home

About Bindi:

‘Bindi’, 50 kilometres north-west of Melbourne in the Macedon Ranges, is the family property of the Dhillon family. Their vineyard and winemaking philosophy is to seek balance and purity in the expression of our various individual vineyard sites and this philosophy is applied to farming and conservation at ‘Bindi’; the preservation of the natural harmony.

Check out their website (grab a few bottles if you're lucky): https://bindiwines.com.au/

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"Holy S***"

Surprising a Master Sommelier with his FAVOURITE wine! 4 different vintages 🤯🍷

Master Sommelier Carlos Santos has been talking about Wendouree Winery in Clare Valley, South Australia on nearly every episode of Got Somme to date. So when we got the chance to surprise him with a flight of 4 different vintages and varietals from the brand he said "NO F***ING WAY".

The Wendouree vineyards were established in 1893, and its distinctive, high-quality wines are known to have an indefinite shelf life despite their little production. They have grown to be somewhat of an Australian cult favourite among savvy wine drinkers. The only way to get them when they go on sale is via the mailing list, which is still one of the most difficult to join in Australia.

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A small sip of what's to come in 2023 🍷

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We recorded this episode towards the end of last year but felt it didn't match the seriousness of the podcast trying to find the best value bottle of wine under $30.

To celebrate upcoming Season 2 of the podcast we thought we would share this as a bonus because Carlos' reaction was so good to finding out the trick we had played on him 🤣

If you thought the podcast was funny make sure you check it out on YouTube here to see the reaction of a Master Sommelier drinking wine from a bladder.

Season 2 trailer dropping 27th January with the podcast returning early February 

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Master Sommelier Carlos Santos with a budget of $100 picked out:

Charles Heidsieck NV Champagne

"Using reserve wine that has been aged for years this Champagne has some similar notes of Krug" - Carlos

We hope your New Years resolution is to subscribe to this podcast 😊

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Merry Xmas Got Somme Family!

It seemed fitting with the big day so close that we would have a Xmas Special where Master Sommelier Carlos Santos walks around the bottle store with $100 and picks the wine he thinks will match well with Turkey.

Carlos also rates this as one of Australia's finest producers making exceptional, consistent wine and our tasting doesn't disappoint.

Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss next week when Carlos picks his choice of French Champagne for NYE on a budget $$

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After 50 episodes trying wines $30 or under in Australia Master Sommelier Carlos Santos makes his choice!

Will it be:

Carricante - 2020 Nostru Terre Siciliane IGP, Sicily, Italy

Tempranillo: 2019 SC Pannell Dead End, McLaren Vale, South Australia

Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon: 2017 Château Haut Madrac, Bordeaux, France

Please grab all bottles of wine and join us for this feature length episode tasting the Top 3 side by side before crowning our champion!

HUGE thank you to Dan and The Wine Cellar Company team for our incredible wine shelf. 

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Our FINAL $30 or under bottle of wine has been hand selected by Master Sommelier Carlos Santos.

Why this bottle?

Carlos wanted to find a similar bottle that could knock the Chateau Haut Madrac, our current #1, off the top of the podium.

They're both traditional Bordeaux blends and both influenced by coastal climates. Carlos knowing the Vasse Felix winemaker thought it could topple our old world classic but can it shake up the competition before next weeks 'finale'?

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The PERFECT wine to match with Pizza has been revealed and reviewed by a Master Sommelier

When we launched this podcast in January 2022 I didn't even know what 'Vernaccia di San Gimignano' was? In fact until last week I still didn't and now with the help of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos I know about the region, growing conditions, grape style and importantly food to match! 🍕

We are weeks away from crowing the BEST bottle of wine in Australia under $30 so get your guesses in and be subscribed to not miss the reveal!

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We put two Bordeaux Chateau wines up against each other battling out for the BEST BOTTLE UNDER $30

We firstly assess our current #1 wine under $30 the 2017 Chateau Haut Madrac against the just released 2018 vintage and the results surprised us!

Then we take the challenge to a bottle that on paper reads a similar story:

• Bordeaux
• Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon Blend
• 2018 vintages
• 13.5% alcohol

BUT It becomes a very VERY different story once the bottles are poured into the glass!

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"They are quite expensive their top wines" - Master Sommelier surprised this producer made this wine

When not one but TWO Master Sommeliers are discussing this bottle of wine you know you're on to something! Picpoul De Pinet from Moulin De Gassac has all the markers for the grape variety but can it live up to it's fellow producers top shelf options?

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"If you want a BIG, bold Shiraz or Cabernet Sauvignon. Then this is bang on!" - Carlos Santos

Our first and overdue Penfolds on the podcast and did you know that when a label reads "Cabernet Sauvignon" it only needs to be minimum 85% of what's labelled? Master Sommelier tastes a blend in this bottle and calls out the other famous grape variety he feels is in the mix. 

A great bottle to taste to realise what high alcohol wine tastes like and compare to a Pinot Noir for example.

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Usually we match wine with food but in this episode of Got Somme we match the location of where this is best enjoyed, if you don't have a bedtime or young children that is!

A classic dry white from near the mouth of the Loire river on the Atlantic coast of France. The grapes are gently pressed and the young wine is allowed to sit on lees for 6 months to bring out that wonderful briney note fans of Muscadet so love.

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We pitted Master Sommelier Carlos Santos against wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin to see who could choose the $30 bottle of 2019 Parker Estate Coonawarra Merlot from a lineup that included featured a $7.50 and $10 bottle.

One of them correctly identified the order; the other was overconfident.

Be sure to listen to Carlos as he discusses Merlot as a wine varietal, its history, and his personal opinion which may surprise you!

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We woke up, fasted then drank this wine at 10:30AM and THIS HAPPENED!

"Searing and sharp" - Angus O'Loughlin

We had to record this episode in the morning and Riesling could be the new alarm clock! Different to other Clare Valley styles we had tried this 2022 bottle hit the benchmarks we expected but needs some time in bottle.

Eat with oysters or sushi and definitely past 12pm 😉

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Patreon member Phil Conway (@PhilConway_Foodie) kicked down our podcast studio and demanded we try his favourite wine under $30!

Phil loves his wine and recently spent a month in Europe stomping grapes and drinking them so we trust his palate BUT does it get a Master Sommeliers tick of approval? Will it make our Top 3?

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This bottle hails from the historic Tuscan region of Chianti; the spiritual home of Sangiovese. Master Sommelier Carlos Santos takes us on a deep dive into the approaches he takes to distinguish the sometimes difficult to assess differences between Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Pinot Noir and Gamay.

Find out why we open this bottle of wine at the very START of this episode!

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"I am a FIEND for this wine"

Ex-Radio Announcer Angus O'Loughlin insisted that this sweet wine be included in this season of Got Somme after tasting it during his WSET level 2 course. This wine, which Carlos had heard of before EVER visiting Australia, is the literal gold standard for dessert wines and the ideal half bottle to present to our palates. It is best suited and suggested to assess together with some cheese and crackers.

Expect a literal treat for this episode in the form of this deep gold colour, full bodied wine tasting of burnt pineapple.

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"Grenache (by itself) is not something I really, really enjoy but then again if done right can be very, VERY good" - Master Sommelier Carlos Santos 

A thin skinned grape variety that usually thrives in colder climates we are excited to see if this Spinifex Barossa Grenache can surprise us by going against the climate 'norms' and producing a balanced, fragrant, high alcohol wine that makes our Top 3 lists.

What do you prefer: Grenache by itself or blended with other grapes like in a GSM?

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"It's actually the first time I'm having a Carricante on its own - so very interesting!" - What does Master Sommelier Carlos Santos think of a grape variety that's usually blended but here we find as a single varietal? What we can tell you before pressing play is Carlos plans on purchasing this wine again...

BUT

Can this white wine enter a Master Sommeliers current all red Top 3?

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After mentioning this bottle since our first EVER episodes we've finally popped the top off potentially Australia's most chosen table wine.

Now that Angus has learnt from Master Sommelier Carlos Santos that "Pepper" in wine can also be confused with "Mint" or "Eucalyptus" we were keen to assess whether the title of this bottle has been lying to us for all these years.

Does this make our top 3 best value bottle of wine in the country? Is it in yours? 

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Having tried a Viognier from Australia it was only fair to give the 'Old World' of wine a chance to show their expression of the grape. This bottle blends Bourboulenc, Marsanne, Grenache Blanc but mostly Viognier to create a "fruit basket" on the nose. How does our previous Viognier bottle from Eden Valley, South Australia compare and what is this bottle missing in the opinion of a Master Sommelier? Press play on EP35 to find out! 

Quiz: Head to our instagram after listening and answer this question: Why is this bottle called 'Parallele 45'? 

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Do you know what 'Oak Staves' are? Do you know the influence they have on wine at this price point?

This episode of Got Somme, on a mission to find the best $30 bottle of wine in Australia, explains the difference in oak barrel, chip and stave ageing and the influence it has on this full bodied American wine.

Could this make our top 3? Will it make yours? 

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"Interesting to get a Sancerre labelled 'Sauvignon Blanc' - they are so driven to sell their wine to the export market because back home everyone knows Sancerre is Sauvignon Blanc." - Master Sommelier Carlos Santos

Comparing this bottle to Ep7 the NZ Sav Blanc there is a remarkable difference on the nose and palate showing the influence of climate and winemaking styles as they are using the same grapes.

We find this bottle to be much more finessed, delicate and smooth in comparison and suggest drinking along with this episode to learn about it's tasting notes and then showing off your new knowledge with friends this weekend.

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"Inserts Lion King Theme Song*

Have you ever tried South African wine? Why would you want to when a Master Sommelier describes the nose and palate as "fresh road" WELL HOLD THAT THOUGHT! This wine is unique and interesting showing a different wine style that Angus had never tried before all while staying under our $30 budget. It's also most interesting to see the style of wine most palatable on the other side of the world and it's quite different to what us Australians are used to.

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We apologise! 

This podcast is on a mission to find the best quality bottle of wine UNDER $30 and this week we splurged and spent $35.99 at the time of recording. Why? Master Sommelier Carlos Santos was interested in trying this bottle because it was made by John Duval, one of only four Penfolds chief winemakers, who was also in charge of developing Australia's most well-known export, "Grange."

We genuinely hope you don't mind reaching a little further into your pockets this week as we learn about "SGM." Stay tuned for an interesting explanation of why this isn't labeled "GSM."

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After host Angus O'Loughlin had surprised Master Sommelier Carlos Santos TWICE with blind tastings he decided to enact his revenge! Choosing a wine they both had tried previously on the podcast to make things a little easier Angus then had to go through the structures we have learnt since episode one of 'Got Somme' and narrow it down to his final selection.

Did he get it right? Did we unnecessarily build the tension with 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire' sound effects? Press play to find out!

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“I really enjoy Rioja’s, when I was working in a restaurant in London it was very popular. The British wars with France meant they were getting their wine supplies from Spain so it became very popular“ - Master Sommelier Carlos Santos 

Smelling and tasting like a good expression of Rioja for the price point our Master Sommelier tries his best to persuade Angus to take a deeper dive into the glass however he is met by Angus' description of it being "underwhelming".

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"I want to compare with what we tried a couple of weeks ago" - Master Sommelier Carlos Santos

After Angus questioned how climate affects Chardonnay on a recent episode while trying a cold climate Australian Chardonnay, Carlos thought it would be a good reference point to show how a warmer climate changes the flavour profile. If you're tasting this alongside us be prepared for an intense nose and flavour as our Master Sommelier helps us to explain how wine on the other side of the world is created!

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This wine we thought we knew what to expect with the the Coonawarra region and were surprised when we one flavour characteristic dominated the palate.

A classic Aussie shiraz that "will appeal to a lot of people and 2016 under $30 becomes very interesting" the Zema estate is a solid foundation for our countries red wine backbone. Be prepared to head to the butchers after this episode for the appropriate food pairing!

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Are colder climates better for Chardonnay? What's warmer climate varietals taste like? What's the difference between it and Chablis?

Angus had lots of questions about this Mornington Peninsula take on a classic grape and both our host and Master Sommelier Carlos Santos were surprised at this wine on the palate. Buttery, ripe and balanced Carlos could even see you matching this with a chicken curry!

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A wine that translates to " Noble Wine from Montepulciano" is worthy of our podcast!

Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is one of Tuscany's classic red wines, made primarily from the Sangiovese grape. In this episode Master Sommelier Carlos Santos describes the subtleties between this bottle and a previous episode featuring a Nebbiolo as Angus struggles to identify the differences.

This bottle will enter either Angus or Carlos' Top 3 wines under $30 but who will make the choice? 

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Master Sommelier reveals where the get THE WORLD'S BEST bottle of this style of wine!

Commonly mistaken for Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc this traditionally Austrian wine has some subtle differences which Master Sommelier Carlos Santos guides us through while tasting it for the first time. We also discover the difference climate makes to the final product, it can literally change the flavour of an apple! 🍎

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"Nebbiolo is the grape with the MOST character and personality" - Carlos 

When someone say "Acid" I think about white coats and the Joker from Batman falling into a vat of it. Acid however is one of the core characteristics in all wines not just White! Master Sommelier Carlos Santos has waited over 20 episodes to finally showcase a red wine variety that showcases high acidity and Nebbiolo, alongside Sangiovese and Barolo, is one of them.

This wine from the moment it hits the palate sends the mouth into overdrive as we learn about how winemakers create high acid wine, why they do it and how it shouldn't be feared.

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"There's nothing like this that I have ever tried before" - Carlos Santo MS

Master Sommelier Carlos gets thrown under the bus with this blind tasting as Angus purchases a novelty bottle of 'Hemp Flavoured' wine that is described as "Cordial" and "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" in colour and appearance.

This might be the first episode we recommend you don't taste alongside us and enjoy the reactions of Carlos seeing the wine in the glass for the first time and tasting it 😂🤮

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The internet describes Syrah as:

Syrah (/ˈsiːrɑː/), also known as Shiraz, is a dark-skinned grape variety grown throughout the world and used primarily to produce red wine.

BUT there is a difference between the two!

Find out how a Master Sommelier assess them for differences in this episode of Got Somme as Carlos helps describe the fundamental characteristics of the "Old World" style Shiraz.

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Angus picks his old favourite bottle of wine from his days living in South Australia

"Hentley Farm alongside Hugh Hamilton were staples in my home. The big bodied Shiraz they make are the reason I love and appreciate wine today" - Angus O'Loughlin

What does a Master Sommelier think of a wine Angus holds such great admiration for? What does he think of Australian Shiraz vs Old Word styles overall? 

All answered in this episode of Got Somme

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"There is one fruit character that comes off the glass straight away and is not the usual citrus fruit that we normally pick on white wine." - Master Sommelier Carlos Santos

We designed this podcast around the idea that you would drink the same wine alongside us each week and at the 5min mark of this episode there's a great moment to play along with us as you guess the fruit most obvious on the nose of this glass.

Welcome to the big body world of a Viognier as we finally see what Carlos has been talking about in previous episodes "fatty and coats the mouth". 

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Master Sommelier Carlos walks us through how to evaluate Tempranillo, from what to expect when pouring into the glass to classic smell characteristics and palate clues as to the wine style. We will also talk about the difference between Australia's take on Tempranillo and the classic varieties from Rioja. 

This bottle makes either Carlos or wine enthusiast and host Angus O'Loughlin change their Top 3 selections from our tastings so far but who will it be? 

Listen out for my favourite quote yet when talking about food pairings for this wine:

"What grows together goes together" - Carlos Santos MS

Mothers Day Champagne Suggestion: Chartogne-Taillet NV Champagne Cuvée Sainte-Anne

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"We did try in our first episode the Jim Barry 'Watervale' Riesling, but that was so much drier and warmer in alcohol, this is for me what Riesling is mostly about. My favourite country for white wines is Germany" - Master Sommelier Carlos Santos

MIND = BLOWN

A great introduction to German white wine for Angus in this bottle that cost less than $30!

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"It's a very good pick and I'm so impressed at under $15 it speaks like Malbec" - Carlos Santos MS

Wine lover Angus finally has his turn to try Carlos' pick of last episodes three Malbec's and it doesn't disappoint!

The purple staining tears!

The high alcohol!

The price point!

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In a surprise to Master Sommelier Carlos Santos he was presented with a line up of three wines with only one being an Argentinian example of Malbec. Can he pick it from the appearance alone? What subtle differences does he pick up on the nose and why does he change his mind after trying on the palate?

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"What I love about this podcast is you're introducing us to bottles of wine we would never have the confidence to pick" - Angus O'Loughlin

Originally thought to be Riesling this grape varietal is semi aromatic on the nose and more shy on the palate. Presenting us with oranges, apples and tropical tones it's a bottle that might become a favourite and certainly a talking point around the table.

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"Wow! This is an absolutely GORGEOUS wine on the nose"

How did a wine that Angus thought looked beautiful out of the bottle, gorgeous on the nose then have him disappointed when it hit the palate?

Find out as we tackle this affordable second label of 5th growth producer Château Lynch Moussas. 

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Did you smell stale beer in the glass? Master Sommelier Carlos Santos did and he tells us why that's not a bad thing!

Also we explain the difference, or lack thereof, between Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio while also noting how to discern this varietal of grape from other white wines!

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"I would say for Pinot Noir it has a deep intensity! Compared to tasting a Shiraz then no, it's pale, but we are trying a Pinot Noir which is quite deep even in colour" - Carlos Santos MS

The first time our podcast has circled back to the same wine varietal - Pinot Noir. A very different style to what we have previously tasted hence why we picked this bottle.

Deep red fruit, no freshness, overripe and a jammy nose but with a different effect on the palate.

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"Domaine Pichot Coteau de la Biche Vouvray " - Apparently we are speaking English! 

This wine is the perfect bottle to take around to your friends to show off some culture with a drop rarely chosen from the shelves.

Sweet flavours on the nose with cinnamon and bruised apple and high acid and tropical tastes on the palate.

"It is a very good expression of a Vouvray" - Carlos Santos MS

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"I think it's unfair to drink this young bottle of wine" - Carlos Santos MS

This episode helps to distinguish youthful wine just by its appearance and differentiate Semillon from Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc. 

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"Tannins - It's very important in his wine. Is like the backbone" - Carlos 

Angus raves about this listener suggested bottle of red wine but does Master Sommelier Carlos Santos agree?

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Is Master Sommelier Carlos Santos capable of making "Savvy B" cool once more?

Everyone used to bring Sauvignon Blanc to dinner parties ten years ago... and then we stopped. Why?

What is it so powerful on the nose? Why does Angus smell gasoline?

In this episode of Got Somme, everything is explained.

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"Can I tell you what I think I'm going to smell? Pepper!" - Angus

"Oooooohhhh I wouldn't say pepper I would say you're smelling..." - Carlos

Never would I have expected the answer to the above from Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. The heaviest wine we've tasted on Got Somme gets a full body check up in this episode including the staining tears on the glass, the deep body and intense aromas. If you like your reds you're going to love learning more about them.

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Did you know that a Master Sommelier has the ability to detect Peaches & Cream lollies in wine?

Carlos Santos MS takes us through a tasting of a bottle of Rosé that is just right for an Australian summer, but is it the best under $30 on the market?

Watch to find out.

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"Yering Station is a very old winery dating back 1838 and I like their wines, I think (Little Yering Chardonnay) it's well made and I think it's fair for the price. I think it's a good $20 bottle of wine." - Carlos Santos MS

Carlos is one of less than 300 Master Sommelier's in the world helping us to distinguish smells and tastes of affordable wine as we search for the best $30 bottle available in the country. In this episode he teaches us the importance of oak and why most bottles of wine in the world don't use it!

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"It's drinking very well even though it is young, it could go another 2-3 years. Perhaps those aromas will evolve even more and it will be more pretty and approachable." - Carlos Santos MS

Carlos is one of less than 300 Master Sommelier's in the world helping us to distinguish smells and tastes of affordable wine as we search for the best $30 bottle available in the country.

If you've ever wondered why a Pinot Noir glass is so different to others this episode clears it up!

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"It's a very classic wine region for the grape variety, Clare Valley in South Australia. It is a family owned producer, all the family still works in the vineyards making the wine, so I thought that was a very nice start" - Carlo Santos MS

This episode we showcase what 'Got Somme' is all about! A Master Sommelier helping us to distinguish smells and tastes of affordable wine as we search for the best $30 bottle available in the country.

Carlos will also give a food pairing with every episode and we never expected what he would match this Riesling with!

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'Got Somme' is a podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in their glass.

Our mission is to find the best bottle of $30 wine using Master Sommelier Carlos' ungodly talent with fermented grapes.

Carlos will aim to teach a novice wine enthusiast Angus how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over.

The first wine Jim Barry 2021 Watervale Riesling which we purchased here::Dan Murphy's

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