Vknow Geek Wine Podcast

“I recently had a conversation with three wine drinkers who were open to trying something different. I recommended a few wines they had never heard of — and they loved them. But the thing that stuck with me was they said: ‘I’d never buy that because I don’t know what it is.’” This was the catalyst for this episode as I figure if one person is in this boat there must be others. Cheat sheet (basics...

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Why Does Wine Cost So Much? The Truth Behind the Price

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Could a New Zealand Wine Region REALLY achieve this? It isn’t as implausible as you may think

Can artificial intelligence really replace a sommelier? 🍷🤖 From AI wine recommendation apps to supermarkets introducing AI wine assistants, the wine world is starting to change. In this episode, we explore why AI sommeliers are emerging, what they’re actually good at, and whether wine expertise can really be replicated by technology. We also look at the bigger issue behind the trend: why so many...

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In this episode, we explore the gap between popularity and critical recognition in New Zealand wine. Sauvignon Blanc dominates production and exports, yet it doesn’t always feature at the very top of major wine awards. We break down what wine critics actually look for—balance, complexity, structure, and ageing potential—and how that differs from what makes Sauvignon Blanc so widely loved. From reg...

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What New Zealand Wine Region is the BEST? We are comparing four of New Zealand’s premier wine regions to see which one is the best Comparing everything from climate to soil to global impact and the all important wines from each region. Who will come out on top? #newzealandwine #wineeducation #wine #winelovers #nzwine #winegeek #pinotnoir #centralotago #hawkesbay #martinborough #marlborough #sauvig...

Why is Hawke’s Bay considered a world-class wine region? 🍷 In this episode, we explore what makes Hawke’s Bay one of the most important wine regions in New Zealand—from its warm climate and diverse soils to its ability to produce outstanding red wines. We break down key subregions like Gimblett Gravels, Bridge Pa, and Te Awanga, and explain how each contributes to different wine styles, from rich...

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What makes Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc so special? 🍷 In this episode, we explore the climate, soils, geography, and history behind Marlborough’s global success. From its intense aromatics and fresh acidity to the rise of producers like Cloudy Bay, discover why this style became one of the most recognisable wines in the world. Check us out on youtube Subscribe to Vknowgeek for more New Zealand win...

Why does Martinborough produce such world-class Pinot Noir? 🍷 In this episode, we explore the climate, soils, geography, and history that make Martinborough one of the most unique wine regions in New Zealand. We also look at the producers shaping its reputation and what makes its wines so distinctive. Subscribe to Vknowgeek for more New Zealand wine insights, wine education, and deep dives into t...

I haven’t done a pairing episode for a while, and I was inspired to do so thanks to a hearty autumnal dish I was cooking and a delicious wine I found Special to drink with it. I have taken a few classic autumnal/ winter dishes and given some slightly left of centre wines to pair with them.

is wine missing the mark? Does wine producers and their governing bodies need to reassess how the market themselves to drinkers? Does there need to be a shift in mindset?

the messages conveyed with packaging makes a huge difference in the way wine or anything is and feel a lot of wine companies in NZ get caught not know how to position themselves. Also they miss the mark in knowing what the consumer is looking for sometimes.

An episode dedicated to the legacy left by Peter Taylor. A huge thank you to Emma Jenkins MW, Tony Bish, Daniel Kemp and Ian Isaac’s.

The most misunderstood of grapes. We take a look at this most intoxicating wine style, as always from a Kiwi prospective.

this week i give my take on the Wine Blasts podcasts NZ wines of the year

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