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In this episode of The Wined Up, Trent and Jason dive deep into the world of Australian Merlot with a blind tasting of five incredible wines from regions across Australia. 🇦🇺🍷

We’re on a mission to celebrate Aussie Merlot—exploring its diversity, quality, and unique flavour profiles. You’ll hear our honest tasting notes, from elegant cool-climate reds to bold, fruit-driven styles, plus the surprising influence of terroir and winemaking techniques.

We also talk about the role of wine critics—how their scores can shape your buying decisions, and whether you should trust your palate over the points. If you’ve ever wondered how to identify a truly standout Merlot, you won’t want to miss this.

📍 Chapters:
00:00 Introduction & Overview
00:14 Celebrating Aussie Merlot
00:32 Sponsor: Laithwaites
01:06 Thoughts of the Week: Infographics
02:26 Exploring Australian Wine Regions
05:07 Influence of Wine Critics
12:41 Blind Tasting of Aussie Merlot
23:51 Conclusion & Final Thoughts

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