On the latest ‘Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People Podcast’ … the South Island, New Zealand wine tour continues with Paul Donaldson, the General Manager of Pegasus Bay winery located in the Waipara wine region.
This winery is a true family affair.
Started by Ivan and Christine Donaldson in 1985 and now in the more than capable hands of their children who produce such a diverse range of wines from classic Pinot Noir to just about every style of Riesling you can imagine.
One of the highlights of our trip!

My guest is Nick Mills the General Manager and Vigneron for Rippon Vineyard (He is not a fan of the "winemaker" label) ... we sit down for an interview after Nick invited me for a 7am swim in Wānaka.
They make classic cool climate Pinot Noir and an array of aromatic whites that come with far more texture than you would expect.

I sit down in person with winery owner Kate Hill from Tasmania’s Huon Valley. Her winery, Kate Hill Wines has been making award winning wines since her early years in 2008. 

The Podcast is back and live from Australia! I sit down with Master Sommelier Franck Moreau about his journey from Beaujolais to Sydney, his role as the Group Sommelier for the hospitality giant Merivale and all things Aussie wine.

Making his third appearance on the Podcast. We go through Bachelder's latest release and I do my best to get Thomas to admit, that YES he has had a large impact on the growth of the Niagara wine scene. 

Last March I interviewed Luke Marquis, the Global Sales Director for Mollydooker Wines.
One of my takeaways was just how impressive his mother, Sarah Marquis, the owner of Mollydooker Wines sounded.
I had to have her on.
I'm so glad to have interviewed Sarah.
Her story, the impact of her father on the winery, the serious commitment to fun, the philanthropy connected with the winery is all so damn compelling!
Trust me, this episode is gonna have ya hooked from start to finish. 

An in depth look at the world of Port from one of the most famous Port houses of the world, Taylor Fladgate. 

It's back-to-back episodes about all things Felton Road as I'm joined by Winemaker Blair Walter. The story of Felton is all about the friendship between Walter, one of the original founders Stewart Elms and current owner Nigel Greening. Love the story of one of New Zealand's top wineries.  

The Podcast sits down with New Zealand wine royalty! Nigel Greening, the owner of Felton Road.
Nigel went from this September 28th, 2000 ‘Wine Spectator; headline: “Pinot Noir Fanatic Buys New Zealand's Felton Road Wines” to helping spear head vineyard specific wines in Central Otago.
Nigel has such a great story.
Enjoy!

On the latest ‘Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People’ Podcast 

My guest is Jeffrey Roel, Sommelier at Blue Bovine Steak + Sushi House AND the 2025 CAPS Cup Tasting Challenge Winner!

An engaging conversation on all things wine competition, training to be a Master of Wine and what goes into proper wine service.