The Wined Up

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we interview the 2023 Hunter Valley Winemaker of the Year, Andrew (Thommo) Thomas. We learnt a lot from Andrew including the diversity of Semillon, why he fell in love with Hunter Valley Shiraz, why Semillon loves Hunter Valley’s sandy flats, and the opportunities for Sydney to support the Hunter Valley and local NSW wine regions. We also had the opportunity to tas...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we re-visit New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc to see if we still enjoy it as we did 10 - 15 years ago. We compare 3 different Savvy B’s at different price points. They are a Sauvignon Blanc, Oyster Bay, Marlborough, New Zealand ($18), a 2023 Sauvignon Blanc, Central Otago, Amisfield, New Zealand ($25), and a 2021 Te Koko Sauvignon Blanc, Cloudy Bay, New Zealand ($90 from...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we catch up with Chris Tyrrell, the 5th generation winemaker of Tyrrell's Wines. We talk about the evolution of Hunter Valley wines and how we need to embrace the uniqueness of Semillon in particular. We travel through a flight of wines representative of the Tyrrell’s story. 2006 Vat1 Semillon, 2017 Vat 1 Semillon, 2022 Vat47 Chardonnay, Vat 6 Pinot Noir, Vat...

Send us Fan Mail Watch/listen to our latest episode, where we interview our friends Dom and Cathy who help us determine if a $12 Aldi Malbec (2023 Pedra Negra Reserve Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina) is as good as a $90 Malbec (2018 Catena Alta Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina). To do the comparison we conduct a blind tasting. The results are surprising. Subscribe to @‌TheWinedUp and comment below if you thi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we interview Dan Eggleton the winemaker and co-owner of Ben Murray Wines in Barossa Valley, South Australia. This was a fantastic conversation about the joy wine brings to both consumers and winemakers, the importance of supporting Australia’s independent and boutique wineries, and Dan’s wine journey including a few tips of the trade that he has picked up. In this...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we try to pair wines with an Australian classic Vegemite! We try to pair Vegemite on toast with a 2021 Rosato Chalmers, Heathcote, VIC ($27 from Dan Murphy’s) and a Nyetimber English Sparkling Classic Cuvee ($95 from Dan Murphy’s). Jason also pitches the concept of using emoji’s as wine descriptors to breakdown the language barriers of wine and Trent explains what...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we explore wines from Yarra Valley. We compare wines that represent the past and future of Yarra Valley with a 2021 Pinot Noir Block E Deer Farm Vineyard, Coldstream Hills, Yarra Valley, VIC (@coldstreamhillswine4558) and a 2019 Nebbiolo, Soumah, Yarra Valley, VIC. Trent and Jason also reflect on a great behind the scenes tour of Soumah and Giant Steps provided by...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we interview John Retsas, the owner and winemaker at First Drop Wines in Barossa Valley, South Australia. John has a clear passion for wine, Australian wine, being brave, trying new things, and doing so with fun and enthusiasm. First Drop Wines has won many accolades including being part of the Wine Spectator Top 100 most exciting wines and the inaugural Young Gun...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we celebrate The Wined Up Podcast reaching the 1 year milestone! We celebrate with a fantastic champagne recommended by Marc Malouf from iheartwine.com.au . He recommended a 2012 Bruno Paillard Brut Millesime Assemblage Champagne ($200) - what a great recommendation. We reflect on the year that’s passed, some of our favourite wines, favourite wine regions, and thou...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we try some celebrity wines to see if they are any good. We try a NW Prosecco Rose, Wines by Kylie, Gambellara, Italy ($25 from Dan Murphys) and a Miraval Cotes De Provence Rosa, Provence, FRANCE ($22 from Dan Murphys). In addition to this, Trent sees if AI can accurately depict grapte varietals as people and Jason shares an alternative to the corkscrew the Joqinee...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we try a special wine from Trent’s family a 44 Year Old Penfolds BIN 707 Cabernet Sauvignon! It’s from 1980 and was shared by Uncle Des (THANK YOU!). Watch/listen to the episode to find out the history of the BIN 707 as well as our review. In addition to this, Trent shares his thoughts on why terroir should also apply to fruit and veggies and Jason discusses the in...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we share some wines to celebrate the mum’s/wives in our lives for Mother’s Day 2024. Trent asks a few questions to reflect and celebrate our wives/mum’s and we share wines that we think our wives would love. These wines were a Massolino Moscato d’Asti, Serralunga d’Alba, Italy ($48 from Prince Wine Store) and a 2020 Max Ferdinand Richter Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we attempt to pair wines with Filipino food, specifically Chicken and Pork Adobo! Jason was very excited to do this episode as it ties in with his Filipino heritage. The wines that they tried to pair with the Adobo were a 2019 Smart Grenache, S.C. Pannell, Clarendon, South Australia ($63 at Prince Wine Store) and a 2022 Primavera Pinot Noir, Stefano Lubiana, Derwen...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we get to explore wines from Claymore Wines in Clare Valley. Claymore Wines shouts out fun - from their wine labels, to their wine names, to the people working within the business. One of those great people from Claymore Wines is Jonathan (Cellar Door and Sales Representative) who was gracious enough to sit down with us to share his wine journey, the history of Cla...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode explore Barbaresco and compare it with a Barolo, with the intent of answering, is Barbaresco a beautiful wine? We try a 2009 Gaja Barbaresco DOCG, Piedmont, Italy against a 2020 Borgogno No Name Langhe Nebbiolo, Piedmont, Italy. Jason also shares tips on how to develop your wine palate, and Trent discusses the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the wine indu...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we try to answer the question ‘Is Beechworth worth the hype?' We try to wines from Beechworth Victoria which are the 2022 Chardonnay, Sorrenberg, Beechworth, VIC and the 2019 La Longa Sangiovese, Fighting Gully Road, Beechworth, VIC. Jason explores large format wine bottles to determine if they are worth it, whilst Trent shares the impact of oak on wine and th...

Send us Fan Mail Brenden Robnik, also known as The Wine Animal, is inspiring. He is passionate, relentless, and just genuinely wants to share his enjoyment of wine. In this episode we get to learn about his wine journey, the challenges of having big retailers like Dan Murphy’s in the industry, Yarra Valley, and selling Jon Bon Jovi and Jesse Bongiovi’s wine Hampton Water. We’re very grateful to Br...

Send us Fan Mail HAPPY EASTER 2024 EVERYONE! In this episode we try to pair wines with Easter Eggs and Hot Cross Buns! The wines we try are a 2020 La Dame de Montrose Saint-Estephe, Bordeaux, FRANCE, a 2018 Late Harvest Royal Tokaji, Hungary, $40 from CBD Cellars, P.S. Marion Tawny Port, Rockford, Barossa Valley, SA $49 from cellar door. Trent also shares a bonus round pairing that is a 10 out of...

Send us Fan Mail This is part 2 of 2 episodes from our very special interview with ‘Aussie Icon' Merrick Watts! In this episode we see if what wines can be paired with ‘durian’. For those that don’t know what ‘durian’ is, definitely watch the episode. We try to pair durian with 2022 Sparkling Chenin Blanc, Voyager Estate, Margaret River, WA, as well as a 2022 Salamino Lambrusco, Pizzini, King...

Send us Fan Mail This is part 1 of 2 episodes from our very special interview with ‘Aussie Icon' Merrick Watts! We were so grateful to have Merrick on our show where we get to hear how he is blending Wine, People, and Comedy. During the interview we get to ask Merrick The Wined Up Podcasts ice-breaker questions, we hear about how Rockford Basket Press really ignited his passion for wine, we h...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we explore the world of low / no alcohol wines. We compare a no alcohol Prosecco and a Pinot Noir to the alcoholic version. Specifically we compare a Tempus Two Zero Prosecco to a King Valley Pizzini Prosecco. We also compare a Tread Softly Pinot Noir Everything Except vs 2022 Artemis Pinot Noir. Trent also explains why people get headaches and asians turn red when...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode (part 2 of 2) we take a Masterclass on Clare Valley’s iconic wines at Watervale Hotel (@watervaleepicureansociety4513 ). Warrick Duthy takes us through the flight including 2023 Fur Elise Rose Grenache, Shut the Gate, 2011 Malbec, Wendouree, and a 2014 Oracle Shiraz, Kilikanoon. It was such a great learning experience and highly recommend it to everyone. Not only w...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode (part 1 of 2) we take a Masterclass on Clare Valley’s iconic wines at Watervale Hotel (@watervaleepicureansociety4513 ). Warrick Duthy takes us through the flight including NV Wish Granted Sparkling Riesling, Wykari of Clare, 2023 Riesling, Vickery Watervale, and a 2008 Springvale Watervale Riesling, Grosset. It was such a great learning experience and highly recom...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we were fortunate to interview Stuart Mosman (Sales and Marketing Manager) at Hentley Farm, Barossa Valley, South Australia ( @‌HentleyFarm ). Stuart and the team at Hentley Farm were very hospitable and showed us around their cellar door and setup a great spot for a tasting.  They even gave us the opportunity to see the last 'true' Jimmy Watson trophy in...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we explore Chianti wines! The boys try a Isole e Olena 2020 Chianti Classico, Italy ($60 from Dan Murphys) and 2019 Castello di Querceto Chianti Classico Riserva, Italy (~$40 as a gift). Jason also makes the case for not paying for wine over $50, Trent observes the similarities between wine and coffee, and Jason shares a recent wine that he tried - 2021 Aravina Est...