Wine with Meg + Mel

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Mel quizes Meg about wine shows - how can you be objective about taste? Will the same wine always win if there's different judges? How was mediocre wines end up with so many awards?

You'll find out all in this episode. 

What Meg's drinking: Moscato D'Asti

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Meg + Mel talk all about Sangiovese - key regions it's grown, what the differences are, when to drink it and what you can expect to taste.   

What Meg's drinking:  2017 Querciabella Chianti Classico

Wines Tasted:

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The test with a 5% pass rate - what's involved, and is it worth it? 

What Meg's drinking: 1996 Leo Buring Riesling, Eden Valley.



 

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Meg + Mel explore the world of vermentino! 

It's you're new to the grape, you must have a listen and go buy a bottle, fresh, floral and bright, it's one you want in your life. 

What Meg's drinking: Delamere Sparkling Cuvee NV (Tasmania)

Wines in episode: 
- 2019 Primo Bianco Mesa Vermentino, Sardegna Doc
- 2019 Spinifex Vermentino, Barossa Valley 
- 2020 Delinquente Screaming Betty Vermentino, Riverland

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We know, it can be a bit intimidating going into a Cellar Door for a tasting, so we've brought in Scott, a Cellar Door Wine Specialist to break down etiquette so you feel comfortable. Meg gives ideas for interesting questions to ask, and we find out what wines you should choose when it comes to a wedding or party.  

What Meg's drinking: J.J Prum 2010 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spatelese (Riesling)

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Mel + Mel dive into the world of Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio - what's the difference? Should you drink it? What kind should you choose?

Wines tasted:
2018 The Killer Pinot Grigo
2020 Round Theory Sustainable Pinot Gris
2020 Rob Dolan Wines Pinot Gris
2018 Dopff Au Moulin Pinot Gris
2019 The Remarkables Central Otago Pinot Gris

What Meg's drinking: Hugel Gran Cru Gewürztraminer

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There are so many wine tools on the market - but there are only a few must-haves... Meg puts straight what you do and don't need in your house. 
 
 What Meg's drinking: McWilliams Hunter Valley Semillon.

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The king of grapes! Meg and Mel sing the praises of unsung hero, Cabernet Sauvignon. What to eat with it, regions to buy from, and what to pay. 

Cabernet Sauvignon Discussed: 

• Rob Dolan White Label Cabernet Sauvignon, Yarra Valley ($38)
• St Hugo Cabernet Sauvignon, Coonawarra ($45)
• Leeuwin Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Margaret River ($32)
• Château Chantemerle, Médoc Bordeaux ($30)

What Meg's drinking: Abellio Albarino

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Meg and Mel go into what makes a vegan wine; are they more sustainable? Do they taste any different? And what it means if a wine that used to be vegan stops putting vegan on the label?

It's not black and white in this space, so strap in to get ready to understand the world of vegan wine. 

What Meg's drinking: Pyren Vineyard Earthscape Cab Franc, Pyrenees  

Link to competition: https://www.robdolanwines.com.au/win-your-chance-to-taste-sabre-with-meg-mel/ 

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Despite Mel's resistance, Mel + Mel dive into the world of Sauvignon Blanc - can Meg convince her to give it another go?

The ladies talk about the varietal in NZ, Australia and France, talk food pairings, and how much to pay for a good bottle. 

• What Meg’s drinking: Nick Spencer Chardonnay 
• Where she bought it: Different Drop wines 

 Wines for the week: 

• Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough ($16) 
• Rob Dolan Wines Sauvignon Blanc, Yarra Valley ($24) 
• Ponting First Session Sauvignon Blanc, Adelaide Hills ($26)
• Roland Tissier et Fils, Sancerre ($40)

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