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May 29, 2018 · 9:00 am

The Vincast with Jonathan Ross MS

Though Jonathan Ross always had competitive tendencies, it wasn’t until he discovered hospitality and wine that he truly applied himself and found his passion. From growing up in New Jersey to working at one of the top restaurants in the world, his career has always had an upward trajectory. Soon after relocating to Australia with his fiancée Jane Lopes (who is also a top sommelier), he became a Master Sommelier of which there are currently only 249 in the world. He joins me on this episode of The Vincast to talk about his journey, and his new-found love of Australian wine.

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May 15, 2018 · 11:17 am

The Vincast with Nina Caplan

Though her parents are Australian, Nina Caplan was born and has been based in the United Kingdom her whole life. It was her father that first introduced her to wine, though writing was her first passion. She began writing about wine after tackling the arts for many years, but found a great affinity with the vinous particularly as it related to travel. Recently she has had her first book published, a personal perspective on the vines journey through Europe during the Roman Empire, mirrored by her own experiences several thousand years later. ‘The Wandering Vine: The Romans and Me’ is now available via the Bloomsbury website, where you can get a 30% discount on a copy until the end of May 2018, simply by entering the code ‘intrepidwino’ at checkout.

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Let’s Taste – d’Arenberg ‘The Ironstone Pressings’, ‘The Dead Arm’ & ‘The Coppermine Road’ 2015

The final in a three-part series on d’Arenberg looking at some of their new releases. On this edition it’s the annual release of their icon reds, something wine reviewers and customers alike wait for with great anticipation. Let me know what you think in the comments below!

Wines tasted;
d’Arenberg ‘The Ironstone Pressings’ 2015 – RRP $70.00
d’Arenberg ‘The Dead Arm’ 2015 – RRP $70.00
d’Arenberg ‘The Coppermine Road’ 2015 – RRP $70.00

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May 14, 2018 · 5:40 pm
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Let’s Taste – Michael Hall Roussanne, Pinot Noir & Syrah 2016

I’ve been seeing quite a bit of the Michael Hall wines around Melbourne of late, and it’s clear to understand why. I was very excited to have an opportunity to taste more wines from the range, and I’d love to hear what you think in the comments below!

Wines tasted;
Michael Hall Barossa Valley Roussanne 2016 – RRP $38.00
Michael Hall Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir 2016 – RRP $47.00
Michael Hall Adelaide Hills Syrah 2016 – RRP $50.00

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May 14, 2018 · 5:34 pm
May 1, 2018 · 9:00 am

The Vincast with Loic Avril from Dinner by Heston Melbourne

Loic Avril was destined to work with wine, considering he grew up in one of France’s most historic wine regions, and sharing of great wine and food was always important to his family.  His love of hospitality and restaurants came very early, from the age of ten in fact, and he was determined to follow a path in fine dining. After gaining experience in restaurants in the Loire Valley and northern England, he joined the team at The Fat Duck – at one point considered the best restaurant in the world – and soon received significant attention when he was named the global best young sommelier. When the restaurant relocated to Melbourne for six months he relocated, and decided to stay and run the wine program when it transitioned to Dinner by Heston.

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Let’s Taste – d’Arenberg ‘The Footbolt’ 2016 and ‘The High Trellis’ 2015

More d’Arenberg wines, the samples just keep on coming, and I always relish the chance to look at new vintages from one of Australia’s most iconic brands. Let me know what you think in the comments below.

Wines tasted;
d’Arenberg ‘The Footbolt’ Shiraz 2016 – RRP $18.00
d’Arenberg ‘The High Trellis’ Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 – RRP $18.00

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April 30, 2018 · 4:45 pm
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Let’s Taste – Mandala Blanc de Blancs 2015

Another wine from a producer new to Let’s Taste – Yarra Valley’s Mandala Wines – this time a sparkling, the Blanc de Blancs 2015. Blanc de Blancs are white wines made from white grapes, in this case 100% Chardonnay. Let me know what you think in the comments below.

Wine tasted;
Mandala Blanc de Blancs 2015 – RRP $35.00

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April 28, 2018 · 5:46 pm
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Let’s Taste – Heartland First Release Malbec 2016

I was recently sent a sample from Heartland Wines, this time looking at a more premium wine from their range than I had seen before. Let me know what you think in the comments below, have you tried many Australian malbec wines?

Wine tasted;
Heartland ‘First Release’ Malbec 2016 – RRP $50.00

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April 17, 2018 · 6:17 am
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Let’s Taste – d’Arenberg ‘The Laughing Magpie’ 2013

d’Arenberg wines are back on Let’s Taste, and perfect timing as we head towards Winter, we are looking at some red wines. This is the first in a series of three videos I’ll be recording looking at d’Arenberg wines. I’ve also updated my tasting room with some lovely maps of Burgundy! Let me know what you think in the comments below.

Wine tasted;
d’Arenberg ‘The Laughing Magpie’ Shiraz Viognier 2013 – RRP $29.00

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April 17, 2018 · 5:51 am
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Let’s Taste – Pewsey Vale ‘The Contours’ Riesling 2007 & 2012

On the second of a two-part edition of Let’s Taste, I continue to look at wines from Pewsey Vale that have recently been released. ‘The Contours’ is considered to be one of Australia’s best riesling wines, and I was honoured to be able to compare two vintages of this wine side-by-side. Let me know what you think in the comments below, and feel free to recommend some more rieslings for me to try!

Wines tasted;
Pewsey Vale ‘The Contours’ Riesling 2012 – RRP $35.00
Pewsey Vale ‘The Contours’ Riesling 2007 – RRP N/A

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April 4, 2018 · 9:56 pm