In this episode Ross Anderson & Andrew Caillard MW interview Tinashe Nyamudoka, owner of the wine brand Kumusha and super star of the movie Blind Ambition together with his partner in the Kumusha brand, winemaker Attie Louw from Opstal winery in Wellington, South Africa.

This is the biggest interview done to date, both in terms of the number of people involved and due to the sheer level of interest in the movie Blind Ambition. The movie is a true story of four Zimbabwean refugees who were forced to flee their home country in search of a better life who become Africa's best and most unlikely sommeliers and compete in the World Wine Blind Tasting Championships - the Olympics of the wine world.

The interview also focusses on the amazing wines being made under the partnership between Tinashe & Attie - Kumusha Wines, soon to be available in Australia.

As you can well imaging, this was a fun filled interview. Be sure to watch the movie as soon as you can, and check out the Kumusha wines at www.kumushabrands.com

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In this episode Ross Anderson interviews the delightful Judy Kelly, Owner & General Manager of Artwine in the stunning Adelaide Hills of South Australia. If Artwines philosophy could be summarised in a sentence, it would be, "A tale of good taste and the search for emerging varieties."                  

Driven by a deep love for Art, and a dedicated focus on Mediterranean style wines, Artwine  was born of Glen and Judy’s passion for both of them. There is unwavering belief at Artwine that ‘old world’ wine varieties including Arneis, Albarino, Fiano, Montepulciano, Gruner Veltliner, Graciano and Gamay are the ‘emerging’ future of wine in Australia.

If the Artwines track record is anything to go by, then they are without a doubt onto something big, picking up 3 x trophies, 6 Golds, 26 Silvers and 48 Bronze medals in 2021 alone.

Be sure to visit Artwine online at www.artwine.com.au and join their amazing wine club.

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In this episode Ross Anderson interviews Philip Shaw, an icon of the Australian wine industry, on his new project, Hoosegg Wines based out in the Orange Wine Region of New South Wales, Australia. Philip was a key part of the global rise of the Rosemount Brand, something he is very proud of, and quite rightly so.

Amongst other topics, our chat with Philip includes discussing Hoosegg Jade Moon Cabernet Franc's success at the 2021 Global Fine Wine Challenge where the wine represented Australia's top 120 wines and competed against the best wines of the New World.

Philip continues to champion Orange, tirelessly promoting the region, its food and wine scene and lifestyle. Hoosegg is fast becoming proof of the regions fine wine producing pedigree.

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In this episode Ross Anderson interviews Anna Flowerday, a native Australian making her mark in Marlborough, New Zealand alongside husband Jason at Te Whare Ra wines. 

Amongst other topics, our chat with Anna touches on her ongoing allegiance to the Wallabies Rugby Team, how they discovered Te Whare Ra and acquired the property in 2003, their winemaking principles and a discussion on Te Whare Ra Single Vineyard Gewurztraminer 2020's medal success at the 2021 Global Fine Wine Challenge where the wine represented New Zealand's top 120 wines and competed against the best wines of the New World.

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In this episode Ross Anderson interviews Mara & Paul Georgiadis & winemaker Jason Barrette, to discuss their PAULMARA project based in the heart of the Barossa Valley. With a long association for all three to the iconic Penfolds Brand, it is clear that this has paved the way for PAULMARA's success. Both Paul and Jason we heavily involved in the Penfolds fabric, with Jason making some of the iconic Penfolds Private Bin wines. 

Amongst other topics, our chat with the team includes a discussion on Mara's Napa Valley heritage, Greece,  their love of the Barossa, alternate varieties as well as discussing PAULMARA Nero d'Avola 2020 success at the 2021 ANZ Boutique Wine Show - taking out Trophy Honours in the Italian Red Varieties class.

A fun interview indeed - hope you enjoy! Be sure to look these guys up next time you are in the Barossa.

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In this episode Ross Anderson interviews Marty Clubb, owner and winemaker for L'Ecole No.41 Winery based in Walla Walla, Washington State. L'Ecole have been a force to be reckoned with since America joined the Global Fine Wine Challenge back in 2013, and constantly perform at the highest level, taking out trophy honours in 2016 in the Bordeaux Blends class.

Amongst other topics, the chat with Marty includes a reflection of 30+ vintages at L'Ecole, Walla Walla and Washington States perfect climate for growing premium grapes, a laser like focus on producing world class Bordeaux Blends and his love of Peter White and soft jazz. We also touch on L'Ecole No. 41 Ferguson Vineyard Bordeaux Blend 2018's Double Gold success at the 2021 Global Fine Wine Challenge.

Hope you enjoy this informative and entertaining chat with one of the worlds leading producers of top flight red blends!

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In this episode Ross Anderson interviews Simon Cox, owner of Coxs' vineyard in Gibbston, New Zealand. A relatively unknown quantity and first time representative for the New Zealand entries at the 2021 Global Fine Wine Challenge, its fair to say that Coxs' vineyard Pinot Noir has left a mark on all that tasted this phenomenal wine.

Amongst other topics, the chat with Simon touches on his accidental entry into the wine game, excitement around the 1st Chardonnay being made, crowdsourcing viticultural decisions on the property, the building of a 7 tiered amphitheatre on site and his musical aspirations. We also discuss the Trophy winning Coxs' Vineyard Pinot Noir 2018 which took on the worlds best and prevailed at the 2021 Global Fine Wine Challenge.

If you can get your hands on this wine - don't hesitate!

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