
Wine with Meg + Mel
The fun + frank podcast which helps you navigate the world of wine. Hosted by Australia's first female Master of Wine Meg Brodtmann, and self-titled Master of Sabrage Mel Gilcrist.
Episodes
175 episodes
Is Nebbiolo the New Sangiovese?
What Meg's been drinking: Hirsch Hill Rose
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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33:06

How to buy a german riesling - learn the terminology
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 l...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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33:14

Cellaring white wine: how to pick an ageworthy bottle
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:
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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49:58

Reds in the Fridge? We revisit this exploding category
We dive into the world of chillable red wines, What Meg's drinking: Running with Bulls
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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23:15

Chinese wine - yep, you read that right
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 of...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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18:58

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
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.
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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25:18

Tasting Tips: How to tell medium reds apart (Merlot, Carmenere, Tempranillo, Mencia)
What Meg's drinking: 2018 Tyrrell's Semillon $35Wines tasted:
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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36:00

Our Top Wines of 2024
Our top picks from every wine we tried this year!9.2022 MDI Picolit $298.
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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20:46

Budget-Friendly Festive Wines: Exploring Aldi Wines
Uncover the secrets to enjoying a festive wine selection without breaking the bank this Christmas!
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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19:27

Chardonnay Symposium: Our Controversial opinions
Our unfiltered thoughts about some key discussions from the Chardonnay Symposium.
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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36:30

Where we get our wine entertainment, news and lols.
Everything we follow about the world of wine.Wine NewsWine titles – daily wine news Winebusiness.comSVBHarpers.co.ujDrinks businessIWSR Euromonitor ...
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29:18

Do we bother with White Blends?
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:
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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27:26

Celebrity Wines: From Dolly Parton to Brad Pitt
Celeb wines worth the hype? Let's find out.Wines tasted:Dolly Parton Sparkling NV $22
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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22:15

Affordable crowd-pleaser wines
What Meg's drinking: Humis 2024 Grenache Blanc $29Wines tasted:
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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32:11

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.
News we discuss this week:What the re-instating of the outsed Australian Vintage CEO says about company cultureGimlet has won Australia's Wine List of the Year award for 2024 (T
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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32:35

New vs Old - Museum wines to the test
A closer look into museum wines - we compare three young wines with their older counterparts.Wines tasted:- Howard Park Riesling - 2023 + 2018
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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41:53

The Science of Wine Evolution
All about museum wines. Meg nerds out.
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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43:22

Mousse & bead - is the 'feeling' of a bubble is just wine wank?
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 m...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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38:01

Austrian White Wines: Beyond Grüner Veltliner
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!...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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29:04

Wine News: Wineries change hands, an $18,000 wine, Halliday wine awards, Aldi tricks high society wine drinkers
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 Accol...
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29:25

Wine Olympics: the battle of iconic national wines
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:
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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32:57

Ok wow, we were wrong about Lambrusco
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 i...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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1:02:07
