Simon Nash, Jill Upton and Richo Doumani interview wine industry personalities and uncover their stories and amazing tales. Podcasts are taken from the weekly radio program on 96.5 InnerFM (Melb, Australia 9am-11am). Simon has been immersed in wine as bo
Simon Nash, Jill Upton and Richo Doumani

Hamish joins Jill Upton and Simon Nash to chat about the Australian Christmas icon wine, the Sparkling Shiraz.@thewineshowaustralia @bestswines

Simon Nash and Jill Upton chat with Andrew Calabria about the family winery that turns 80 this year, plenty of history and success.@thewineshowaustralia @calabriafamilywines

Will Derham is a regular contributor to the show and has some great insights. He joins Simon Nash and Jill Upton for another great chat.@thewineshowaustralia @banksroadvineyard

Joe Caruso has a great wine store serving the Gold Coast, it was a great chat with Jill Upton and Simon Nash.@thewineshowaustralia @sommwinestore

Jill Upton and Simon Nash chat with Nic Bowen about the successful year that Howard Park has had in 2025.@thewineshowaustralia @howardparkwines

A favourite of the show Nat Pizzini joins Simon Nash to announce some new initiatives from her family winery in the King Valley.@thewineshowaustralia @pizziniwines

Simon Nash is joined by Shawn Kalleske and we hear about the history and direction of this winery.@thewineshowaustralia @laughingjackwines

Brett Butcher chats with Simon Nash about his winery Soumah in Gruyere in the Yarra Valley.@thewineshowaustralia @soumahwines

Kate chats with Simon Nash and Jill Upton about a new offering in the Zero wine category called Zero Hour. This is a really good expression of no alcohol wine. The chat about the low-no alc category was really interesting.@thewineshowaustralia

Nick joins Simon Nash and Jill Upton for a chat about the recently released Top100 Wines in the Australian newspaper and website. A great resource for us all to get across.@thewineshowaustralia @nickryanwine

Joanne and Gerardo have a business that provides a region in a box to immerse ourselves in the wine, the food and the music. An event program around Australia and their small tour wine region trips take groups on some amazing local experiences in Italy and France.@thewineshowaustralia @divinocomau

Jill Upton and Simon Nash chat with an industry legend, Bruce Tyrrell. @thewineshowaustralia @tyrrellswines

A well-known name in the industry, Paul has been with Leconfield for many years and is famous for making outstanding Merlot and Cabs from the region, including a sensational Cab Franc. His Bordeaux blend with a touch of Riesling is his avant-garde wine that is also a must try.@thewineshowaustralia@leconfieldwines

Situated in the northern part of the Hunter Valley is Lambs Valley. David is making beautiful wines at his winery. His Amber Gris is an absolute must for any wine lover. His Sparkling, Chardonnay and Shiraz are definitely worth a taste as well!@thewineshowaustralia@lambsvalleywines

Jill Upton gets Richard back on the show to talk about his label, Karatta Wines. With a focus on this tiny region as a wonderful weekend destination, Robe is a must visit for all wine (and seafood!) lovers. Stock up on his sparkling Shiraz for Christmas morning :)@thewineshowaustralia@karattawines

Jill Upton talks to Jane Richards about the story behind Eight at the Gate wines in Wrattonbully and the sensational wines they are producing. We also catch a glimpse of what Christmas Day looks like in the family. Definitely a table you would want to join!@thewineshowaustralia@eightatthegate

Alexey and Yalumba have accepted the Trophy for Best Grenache in the 2025 Royal Queensland Awards for the Yalumba Vat-11 Grenache 2024, announced at an awards ceremony held on 10 July for the second year in a row. Hear the story as he talks with Jill Upton and Simon Nash.@thewineshowaustralia @yalumbawine

Elenor McIndoe brings a UK perspective to the wine discussion with Simon Nash and Jill Upton.Already a well acclaimed wine professional Elenor's star is on the rise. @thewineshowaustralia

Peter joins Jill Upton and Simon Nash for a great hat about Grenache and how we are embracing the modern style with both hands and how special some of the sites are.@thewineshowaustralia @yangarraestate

Shelley is not one to stand still and whilst she has worked with Frogmore Creek in the Coal River for many years, her love of art and creating new businesses are equally as important. Shelley and Sam, talk about the wines of Frogmore Creek, her new wine bar Legulch Bicheno and the story of how she now spends half of her life in Hobart and half on the east coast at Bicheno.

Alex Deane speaks to Simon Nash about winning the 2025 Jimmy Watson trophy and what it was like bringing it back to Tasmania and Meadowbank. The 2024 Pinot Noir was the winning wine and only the 4th Pinot Noir to win the Trophy.Credit must be given to Peter Dredge @pjdrege who made the wine from grapes coming off this trailblazing vineyard Meadowbank.@thewineshowaustralia @meadowbank_tasmania

Sez Robinson and Simon Nash chat about her wine journey and what goes in to curating a restaurant wine list amongst other things.@thewineshowaustralia

Simon Nash chats with Alex about this hidden gem winery on the North West of Melbourne.The property is impressive and the wines are seeing some serious acclaim to match it.@thewineshowaustralia @marnongestate

Nanny Goat Vineyard was once a name and a vision. Today they have a great following in Australia and New Zealand for their beautiful wines, vineyards and outstanding cellar door.Madison has been there every step of the way and truly understands our affinity to the humble goat.

Sam Isherwood was in awe of Fraser McKinley and the story that led him to the Barossa Valley and his ability to keep things simple and real at the same time. He is a man of the people, and his community and family mean everything to this vigneron. Not to forget about his outstanding and very hard to find wines. A true artist in every sense of the word. Photo by Mike Smith

Leigh worked a vintage with Langmeil Wines many years ago and loved it so much he decided to move his family and his life to Adelaide. That's dedication and a true love for the worlds oldest Shiraz vineyard!Sam isherwood loved hearing Leigh share his knowledge and passion for these old vine vineyards.

Jill Upton and Simon Nash chat with Kata about her growing business that was featured on Shark Tank and is going from strength to strength.@thewineshowaustralia @wine.pouched @katacser

Ollie speaks with Simon Nash and Jill Upton about the upcoming Macedon Budburst Festival on 15-16th Nov.macedonrangeswineandfoodfest.com.au@thewineshowaustralia @macedonrangeswine

Jeff Byrne is the owner of Byrne Farm in Orange he chats to Jill Upton and Simon Nash.His “Glenidle Vineyard” Pinot Noir was awarded the Best Pinot Noir in NSW at the Australian Pinot Noir Challenge!@thewineshowaustralia @byrnefarmwines

Peter joined Simon Nash in studio and it was a great chat and lots of stories.@thewineshowaustralia @penfolds

Rupert Baxter chats with Simon Nash about his winemaking journey, for a young winemaker he has an impressive resume.@thewineshowaustralia

Sam Brand is from a multi-generational winemaking family and has a great story to tell.@thewineshowaustralia @brandandsons_wines

Simon Nash was joined by Matilda Innes from Ottelia and we hear about a fun event in Coonawarra that looks set to be an annual feature on the calendar.@thewineshowaustralia @coonawarrawinerieswalkingtrail @coonawarra_wine

Andrew chats with Simon Nash about Yeah Wines and the regions he sources fruit from to make wine that heroes the region and varietal authentically.@thewineshowaustralia @yeah_wine

David joins Jill Upton on the show to talk about the iconic Cape Mentelle wines and their International Cab Sav tasting on 21st November.@thewineshowaustralia@capementellewines

Jill Upton chats to Angus Smibert about the wonderful wines the Smibert family are making in Coonawarra. A must visit when in the region.@thewineshowaustralia@whistlepostwines

Chair of the judging panel for the Australian Pinot Noir Challenge 2025, Tom Carson joins Jill Upton to talk about the high calibre of entries this year, as well as his venture in Tasmania.@thewineshowaustralia@australianpinotnoirchallenge

Winner of the Australian Pinot Noir Challenge 2025, Giant Steps' Mel Chester joins Jill Upton to chat about their outstanding 2024 Applejack Vineyard Pinot Noir, as well as their other sensational single vineyard wines.@thewineshowaustralia@giantstepswines

The Decent Wines 2024 Single Vineyard Riesling won the trophy for the Best Small Batch White Wine at the Yarra Valley Wine Show this year along with Best Small Producer!Learn a little about Michael and how Decent Wines came to be a new part of the Yarra Valley fabric. @thewineshowaustralia @decentwines

Corrina Wright and the family at Oliver's Taranga are one of the early adopters of Fiano, growing it for over two decades and on the 17th October we celebrate the inaugural National Day of Fiano!Corrina talks with Sam Isherwood about why Fiano is so suited to the climate of McLaren Vale and others and just how a delicious and versatile variety it is.@thewineshowaustralia@oliverstaranga

Tom Hollings takes the lead with Sam Isherwood and why he loves what he does, each and every day. Talking about wines, telling the stories and sharing great drops with all. @thewineshowaustralia@thedifferentdrop

Georgia Dale loves making, drinking, talking about and dreaming of Sparkling wines. Sam Isherwood talks to Georgia and learns as to what makes her tick and is two jobs enough!@thewineshowaustralia@georgiadalewines

Jill Upton and Richo Doumani chat to chief winemaker, Tim Stevens, about the great vintages of late, his fabulous Grenache and the true beauty of Mudgee as a destination.@thewineshowaustralia @huntingtonestate

Richo Doumani chats to Turon White about his magnificent Adelaide Hills wines and his time working in Eger, Hungary.@thewineshowaustralia @turonwines

Long time friend of the show, the genius Jacinta chats to Jill Upton and Richo Doumani about her new venture with 4th generation Bordeaux winemaker, Georges Thienpont.@thewineshowaustralia

Former Gimlet Sommelier and now Wine Development Manager of 67 Pall Mall Melbourne, Christina chats to Jill Upton and Richo Doumani about her new gig, her take on English sparkling wine and some favourite Italian varietals.@christina_uncorked

Simon Nash and Vaughan O'Connor chat about the Distillery he established on King Island and the purity that the climate and rainwater bring to the spirits they produce.@thewineshowaustralia @kingislanddistillerybassstrait

Simon Nash chats with Jenny and Phil Kelly about this long established winery right on the doorstep of the Yarra Valley. A great chat and re-introduction to Kellybrook.@thewineshowaustralia @kellybrookwinery

Simon Nash and Nat Pizzini talk about some great reasons to get back to the King Valley.@thewineshowaustralia @pizziniwines

Simon Nash hears the story of this Belgian chocalte infused french Blanc de Blanc. It sounds crazy but hear the story and find a way to try this wine.@thewineshowaustralia @chocolateinabottle_aus

Richard Doumani and Sam Isherwood speak to Ewan Proctor about the current export markets of interest for Australian wines and everything else occupying his mind at present in this world of wine. @thewineshowaustralia