The Wine Show Australia

Simon Nash and Jill Upton chat with Keeda Zilm who is a favourite of the program. There is a lot going on with all of the brands collected under Usual Suspects, Vintage is about to kick off so the team are watching vineyards carefully.@thewineshowaustralia @misszilm @theusualsuspectsco

Tasting Australia is coming in May this year and there are 150 events on the schedule. Jill Upton and Simon Nash are joined by Banjo to hear some of the highlights and how to get involved.[Pictured with Meira Harel]@thewineshowaustralia @tastingaustralia

Chester is always a fun chat on the show, we hear about all of the experiences on offer now at d'Arenberg in McLaren Vale, The Cube is an extraordinary tourist attraction and with all of the tings to do make sure you allow half a day at least to enjoy it all or you will be disappointed.The Dr. Seuss exhibition arrived late last year and the Salvador Dali exhibition continues along with an array of Chester's own scupltures.@thewineshowaustralia @darenbergwines

Simon Nash and Jill Upton speak with Mac about how brand and the sub regions of the Yarra Valley that he understands as well as anyone. Vintage preparations are underway and quality looks good albeit with reduced yields this year.@thewineshowaustralia @mac_forbes_wines

The 9th annual Prosecco Festival is fast approaching and Mel Brauer speak with Simon Nash and Jill Upton about what's in store this Saturday at the Abbotsford Convent.@thewineshowaustralia @theproseccofestival

Jill Upton and Moz chat to Brad about his great Granite Belt wines, including a Gros Manseng and Albarino. A must visit when in Stanthorpe.@thewineshowaustralia @viewwinesestate

Jill Upton chats to Ashli, founder of Ashli Rose wines in Tamar Valley. Only two vintages in, Ashli's doing some wonderful things with her Rosé, Pinot Noir, gold medal winning Riesling and Semillon. One to keep an eye on.@thewineshowaustralia @ashlirosewines

Jill Upton chats to Ian Dopson about the legacy of Adrian Tobin and the magnificent wines they will continue to make in the Granite Belt.@thewineshowaustralia@tobinswines

Jill Upton chats to Owen about his previous life as the largest bag manufacturer in the world and how he came to making outstanding wines in the Adelaide Hills. A focus on alcohol free wines rounds up a great interview.@thewineshowaustralia @sidewoodestate

Grant Burge is a great friend of the show and it was a good catch up with Simon Nash and Jill Upton.The Corryton Burge story is a really interesting and so is the family story of Grant and his family building a brand again and selling wine around the world.(Pictured here with son Trent)@thewineshowaustralia @corrytonburge

Tony Allen chats with Jill Upton and Simon Nash about the Duxton vineyard business, they are situated up near Mildura where water is plentiful and so is the sun. It is a fascinating insight into a seriously massive operation making forays into world markets in a big way.@thewineshowaustralia @duxtonvineyards

Jill Upton and Simon Nash chat with Duncan Lloyd about this family winery in McLaren Vale continuing to do amazing things. Coriole have always lead the charge with new varietals that suit the sites.@thewineshowaustralia @coriole

Max Allen joins Simon Nash and Jill Upton to discuss the recent fires in Victoria and the devastation it caused.We also heard about the Sake project Max is involved in.@thewineshowaustralia @maxallendrinks

Nick wears many hats and it was a great chat with Simon Nash and Jill Upton about all of them really.@thewineshowaustralia @silversandsbeachclub @oldbushinnhotel

Mango Parker is one of the lead scientists and support for wineries affected by smoke in their regions.The other project is a music one, there are 6 songs featuring wine stories in a quirky style that is worth a listen. Look up AWRI on all music streaming services.@thewineshowaustralia

Jill Upton and Simon Nash chat with Kate Sturgess about juggling vintage for her sideline brand and motherhood while trying to have her maternity leave time.The upgraded cellar door sounds amazing to visit.@thewineshowaustralia @brokenwoodwines

Damian joins Jil Upton and Simon Nash to chat about vintage 26 and some new wines made for Grenache Blanc and Grenache Gris, really interesting chat.@thewineshowaustralia @tscharkewines

Tony joins the show for the first time, chatting to Jill Upton about his new project, Thunderstone. Based in Porongurup WA, he is making sensational Riesling, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. A brand to keep an eye on.@thewineshowaustralia@thunderstonewines

James chats to Jill Upton about his magnificent Rieslings he is making in Great Southern, WA. Four extremely different styles of a varietal we love. @thewineshowaustralia@harewoodestate

Legend in the industry, Louisa chats to Jill Upton about the recent award for their Oxford Landing Cab Sav Shiraz 2024, winning the Best Sustainable Wine at the recent Riverland Wine Show awards.@thewineshowaustralia@yalumbawines

Jill Upton chats to Adam Wadewitz about the new project for Shaw & Smith, a Gamay that is only available cellar door and in very limited quantity. We also chat about how and why the MMAD team chose Blewitt Springs and ironstone as the basis of their wines.@thewineshowaustralia@mmadwines@shaw&smithwines

Ben joins Simon Nash for a chat about Vintage 2026 across the several regions he grows grass in.@thewineshowaustralia @mrriggswineco

Steph Helm chats with Simon Nash about her winery and the Murrumbateman region more broadly. Steph is the daughter of Ken Helm and has been winning awards for winemaking from an early age.@thewineshowaustralia @thevintnersdaughter

Tim and Simon chat about how Vintage 26 is progressing and how the year finished up and what is in store for 2026.Shandy is always an entertaining guest.@thewineshowaustralia @voyagerestate

Angus joins Simon and Jill to chat about the year and what a stunning success The Ark is and how he and Andrew Caillard MW have produced a wine resource that will be a worldwide reference tool forever.@thewineshowaustralia @captainwinepilot

Simon and Jill are joined by Jane for the Christmas show, they have a really fun chat about the highlights of the year and what's inshore for 2026.@thewineshowaustralia @winematters

Jill and Simon chat with Peter about Sparkling for the Christmas and Summer Season. Winemaking at House of Arras gives him some credit in this area we feel.@thewineshowaustralia @petermacauley @houseofarras

Simon and Jill have a great chat with Brian about Sparkling styles with food matches and what will be on his table this year amongst other topics.@thewineshowaustralia @tapanappa

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