Podcasts about Australian wine

In southwest Victoria lie the Otway Ranges, a place of rugged beauty shaped by coastland, beaches, and mountain ranges. Here, James Thomas and his wife, Eloise Thomas, took a punt on an established vineyard, renaming it “Heroes.” He joins me to share the story behind it. https://heroesvineyard.com SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES ⁠⁠https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5⁠⁠ Follow Over a Glass ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod⁠⁠  Host Shanteh Wale ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en⁠⁠ Executive Producer Rob Locke ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/⁠⁠ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/⁠⁠ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork⁠⁠ Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

What is the secret to winemaking success? Well it just might be Renae Hirsch. Oozing with talent, Renae is a consultant winemaking spanning many well-known and adored labels, throughout South Australia. There is one obvious link between these brands and that is the vineyards voice. https://au.linkedin.com/in/renae-hirsch-2a9a0424 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES ⁠⁠https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5⁠⁠ Follow Over a Glass ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod⁠⁠  Host Shanteh Wale ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en⁠⁠ Executive Producer Rob Locke ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/⁠⁠ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/⁠⁠ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork⁠⁠ Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

What happens when a Master Sommelier mistakes an Australian Merlot for Bordeaux?In this episode of Got Somme, Carlos Santos goes deep into a blind wine tasting challenge packed with blackcurrant, oak spice, massive confidence… and a few dramatic turns along the way.From “this is definitely Bordeaux” to correctly calling the grape, alcohol, and vintage, this blind tasting proves just how deceptive great wine can be. Expect chaos, elite palate breakdowns, wine education, and plenty of laughs as Carlos works through every clue in the glass.If you've ever wanted to understand how sommeliers actually taste wine blind, this episode is for you.Bottle: 2023 Summerfield Wines Merlothttps://summerfieldwines.com.au/shop/merlot-2016/Glassware used: RIEDEL Use code: GOTSOMME at check out for 25% off!https://www.riedel.com/en-au/In This EpisodeHow sommeliers analyse wine blindBreaking down tannins, alcohol, acidity, and oakWhy Merlot can taste like BordeauxThe difference between Old World vs New World wine stylesBlind tasting pressure and deductionSummerfield Wines surprising a Master SommelierBlackcurrant, Ribena, spice, oak, and structure explained“Can confirm it's not Chardonnay.”“There's definitely engineered oak.”“Merlot from Bordeaux… some sort of Bordeaux AOC.”“You got the vintage, alcohol, and grape variety right.”“We're gonna f*** the box. Gotta grab the grape.”Blind wine tasting, Master Sommelier, Merlot tasting, Bordeaux vs Australian wine, wine podcast Australia, GOT SOMME podcast, Carlos Santos, blind tasting challenge, wine education, Merlot vs Bordeaux, wine tasting notes, best wine podcasts, wine expert reacts, sommelier challenge, Australian Merlot, Summerfield Wines

The Royal Agricultural Society of New South Wales stands as a marker of our nation's evolution and agricultural history. It has fostered progress through competition and education since its foundation in 1822. The Sydney Royal Wine Show plays an integral role within this legacy. As Australia's oldest wine show, this year in 2026, it celebrates its 200th anniversary. I am delightful to have Sally Evans join me today, as a board member, to speak to the show's lineage and enduring importance. https://www.rasnsw.com.au/competitions/food-beverage-and-produce/wine/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES ⁠⁠https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5⁠⁠ Follow Over a Glass ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod⁠⁠  Host Shanteh Wale ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en⁠⁠ Executive Producer Rob Locke ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/⁠⁠ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/⁠⁠ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork⁠⁠ Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Natalie Johnson is the magician behind her eponymous label Tillie J. A viticulturist and winemaker, Tilly is a force of talent and ambition. With her own vineyard in Hoddles Creek Yarra Valley, The next summit for her brand is firmly in sight. https://www.tilliejwines.com.au SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES ⁠⁠https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5⁠⁠ Follow Over a Glass ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod⁠⁠  Host Shanteh Wale ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en⁠⁠ Executive Producer Rob Locke ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/⁠⁠ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/⁠⁠ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork⁠⁠ Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Jenna Vaughan is the President and Founder of Hunter EmpowHER. She is a marketing specialist and works across a great number of projects in the wine sector. Today she represents Rootlings- A Wine Industry Youth Network, funded by Wine Australia and Australian Society of Viticulture and Oenology. This is a community that helps bridge the gap for young talent in the wine industry. https://www.hunterempowher.org/ https://www.rootlings.com.au/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES ⁠⁠https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5⁠⁠ Follow Over a Glass ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod⁠⁠  Host Shanteh Wale ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en⁠⁠ Executive Producer Rob Locke ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/⁠⁠ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/⁠⁠ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork⁠⁠ Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Stephen Leroux is the executive director of Champagne Charles Heidsieck, a maison founded in Reims in 1851. This is more than a story of some of the world's finest champagne. It is a legacy of wisdom shaped by time and the ancient expertise passed down through the centuries. https://charlesheidsieck.com/en SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES ⁠⁠https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5⁠⁠ Follow Over a Glass ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod⁠⁠  Host Shanteh Wale ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en⁠⁠ Executive Producer Rob Locke ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/⁠⁠ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/⁠⁠ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork⁠⁠ Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Nick Buck is the Chief Executive of Te Mata Estate in Hawke's Bay. Established in 1896, Te Mata Estate is home to some of New Zealand's oldest vineyards. Nick joins me, to tell me about what the many generations have learned, from their time on the land. https://www.temata.co.nz/?srsltid=AfmBOor0ypQg3cwXPSC_TbybyLbjRvSf3REjW9LTwemP_WO345tEZBLY SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES ⁠⁠https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5⁠⁠ Follow Over a Glass ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod⁠⁠  Host Shanteh Wale ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en⁠⁠ Executive Producer Rob Locke ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/⁠⁠ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/⁠⁠ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork⁠⁠ Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Today we have our first-ever returning guest on Over a Glass — the charismatic Dan Sims. Now wearing a brand-new hat as Chair of Wine Victoria, Dan joins us with something we don't hear often enough… a good news story. https://www.instagram.com/dan_sims/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES ⁠⁠https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5⁠⁠ Follow Over a Glass ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod⁠⁠  Host Shanteh Wale ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en⁠⁠ Executive Producer Rob Locke ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/⁠⁠ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/⁠⁠ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork⁠⁠ Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Sophie Conte is the winemaker of Tregole Estate, located in the Chianti Classico region. She joins me today, to tell me about life in Tuscany and working with the fragrant, age worthy and sophisticated Sangiovese grape. https://www.tregole.com/index.php/en/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES ⁠⁠https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5⁠⁠ Follow Over a Glass ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod⁠⁠  Host Shanteh Wale ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en⁠⁠ Executive Producer Rob Locke ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/⁠⁠ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/⁠⁠ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork⁠⁠ Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Send a textWe break down why hedge funds are shorting Treasury Wine Estates in plain language, explore how Victoria Wine posted a record year, and unpack Penfolds' culture pivot with Troye Sivan and the switch from the Australian Open to F1. We close by mapping the new logic of event sponsorships and what authenticity now means for wine brands.• How short selling works and why TWE is targeted• Luxury strategy under China headwinds• Why Victoria's wine contribution hit records• The role of exports, trade fairs, and funding• Authenticity versus prestige for younger drinkers• Penfolds x Troye Sivan collaboration strategy• Shifting from AO/Melbourne Cup to F1 to reach new audiences• De Bortoli at Melbourne Cup and brand stretch• Sponsorship ROI, ethics, and audience fit• Teaser for goon versus bagnums next weekTune in next week for Goon Versus Bagnums!Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel and TikTok! @winewithmegmel

Joch Bosworth is the founder of Battle of Bosworth winery in McLaren Vale region of South Australia. Alongside his partner Louise Hemsley-Smith they craft high quality organic wines in their own unique way https://bosworthwines.com.au/battle-of-bosworth/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES ⁠⁠https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5⁠⁠ Follow Over a Glass ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod⁠⁠  Host Shanteh Wale ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en⁠⁠ Executive Producer Rob Locke ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/⁠⁠ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/⁠⁠ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork⁠⁠ Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

A single glass of wine ignited his life, and he never looked back.In this episode, we sit down with Eddie McDougall, winemaker, entrepreneur, founder of The Flying Winemaker, and chairman of the Wymn Signature Chinese Wine Awards.From building Hong Kong's first urban winery to championing Chinese wines on the global stage, Eddie shares the bold moves and setbacks that shaped his journey. We dive into rosé in Asia, Australian fine wine, media in the wine world, and the future of Chinese terroir.This is a story of risk, resilience, and relentless passion. Tune in and discover how Eddie turns vision into action.▬▬

Rudi Bauer is an Austrian-born winemaker who has made his home in Central Otago, New Zealand. As the winemaker and artisan behind Quartz Reef, his dedication, enthusiasm, and talent are recognised far and wide. https://www.quartzreef.co.nz/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES ⁠⁠https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5⁠⁠ Follow Over a Glass ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod⁠⁠  Host Shanteh Wale ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en⁠⁠ Executive Producer Rob Locke ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/⁠⁠ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/⁠⁠ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork⁠⁠ Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Bridget Mac is the driving force behind every facet of Werkstatt Wine, a progressive winemaking venture sourcing fruit from Mount Gambier and the King Valley—regions central to an evolving journey. The word of Werkstatt is spreading far and wide. https://www.werkstatt.wine Support the Go Fund Me ⁠https://www.gofundme.com/f/werkstatt-needs-support-after-a-2000litre-winery-accident⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES ⁠⁠https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5⁠⁠ Follow Over a Glass ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod⁠⁠  Host Shanteh Wale ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en⁠⁠ Executive Producer Rob Locke ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/⁠⁠ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/⁠⁠ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork⁠⁠ Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Nick Geoghegan is the owner of Small Acres Cyder in Orange New South Wales. After moving to the region for a tree change, he and his wife Jannene took a chance on a small cider business. https://www.smallacrescyder.com.au SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES ⁠https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5⁠ Follow Over a Glass ⁠https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod⁠  Host Shanteh Wale ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en⁠ Executive Producer Rob Locke ⁠https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/⁠ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep ⁠https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/⁠ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS ⁠https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork⁠ Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Australia's McLaren Vale is a wine region undergoing a thrilling reinvention based largely around new-wave old-vine Grenache and a motley crew of eclectic grape varieties like Fiano, Falanghina, Mencia and even Saperavi.If you want to find out why these wines, 'play with your mind', 'suit the way we live' and should be considered, 'great wines of the world,' tune into this eye-opening second part of our McLaren Vale mini-series. You may even discover why these are wines with 'rizz'...Our informative and engaging guides to The Vale are Toby Bekkers, Stephen Pannell, Richard Leask, Andrew 'Ox' Hardy, Matthew Deller MW, Mary Hamilton, Giles Cooke MW, Elena Brooks, Drew Noon MW, David Gleave MW and Chester Osborn.Thanks to the McLaren Vale Wine Region for sponsoring this mini-series, which is dedicated to the memory of Peter Fraser.And thanks to you for tuning in. We love to hear from you so please do get in touch! Send us a voice message via Speakpipe. Or you can find all details from this episode, including wine recommendations, on our website: Show notes for Wine Blast S7 E15 - McLaren Vale: The GrenaissanceTo support the show, enjoy subscriber-only bonus content as well as early access to all episodes plus full archive access, not to mention subscriber benefits and giveaways, subscribe to Wine Blast PLUS at wineblast.co.ukOh, and here's a link to our Wine Blast One Million GiveawayInstagram: @susieandpeter

Holly Klintworth is the Managing Director and Head Distiller of family-owned and operated Bass and Flinders Distillery. She is a leader of the Australian spirits industry and second-generation distiller of the renown Mornington Peninsula business. https://www.bassandflindersdistillery.com SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES ⁠https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5⁠ Follow Over a Glass ⁠https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod⁠  Host Shanteh Wale ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en⁠ Executive Producer Rob Locke ⁠https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/⁠ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep ⁠https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/⁠ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS ⁠https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork⁠ Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

So what do a boxer, a ballerina and a burlesque dancer have in common? You're gonna have to listen to find out...We're very excited to be bringing you this mini-series on McLaren Vale, the historic South Australian wine region that's gone from identity crisis to full-on wine renaissance in just a few decades. It's a fascinating story, involving ancient vines, determined winemakers and a healthy appetite for reinvention.Joining us to bring McLaren Vale to life are Chester Osborn, David Gleave MW, Drew Noon MW, Elena Brooks, Giles Cooke MW, Mary Hamilton, Matthew Deller MW, Andrew 'Ox' Hardy, Richard Leask, Stephen Pannell and Toby Bekkers. Thanks to the McLaren Vale Wine Region for sponsoring this mini-series, which is dedicated to the memory of Peter Fraser. Don't miss the next installment!To get early access to new episodes, full archive access to our back catalogue and subscriber-only bonus content, plus exclusive discounts and giveaways, subscribe to Wine Blast PLUS at wineblast.co.ukThanks for tuning in. We love to hear from you so please do get in touch! Send us a voice message via Speakpipe. Or you can find all details from this episode on our website: Show notes for Wine Blast S7 E14 - McLaren Vale: Boxer to Ballerina (via Burlesque)And here's a link to our Wine Blast One Million GiveawayInstagram: @susieandpeter

Join Giant Steps winemaker Melanie Chester as she dives into what makes the Yarra Valley such a fabulous place to grow Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

Sam Coverdale is the owner/winemaker of Polperro and Even Keel wines located on the Mornington Peninsula. Here the sea wraps the lands on three sides, fuelling his passion for cool- climate wines and his enduring search for the perfect wave. https://www.polperrowines.com.au SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES ⁠https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5⁠ Follow Over a Glass ⁠https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod⁠  Host Shanteh Wale ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en⁠ Executive Producer Rob Locke ⁠https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/⁠ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep ⁠https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/⁠ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS ⁠https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork⁠ Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Ben Fourmon is Chairman and CEO of Joseph Perrier. The champagne house was founded in Châlons in 1825. This year they celebrate their 200th Anniversary and Ben joins me to unravel some of the legacy of the past two centuries. https://www.josephperrier.com/en/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5 Follow Over a Glass https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod  Host Shanteh Wale https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Peter Dillon is the Chief Winemaker at Handpicked Wines. Born into a winemaking family, Peter's passion for the craft runs deep. Alongside his work in the winery, he's equally at home in the vineyard as Director of Viticulture as well. Peter's hands-on approach and curiosity for terroir keep him constantly engaged in the art and science of great wine. https://handpickedwines.com.au/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5 Follow Over a Glass https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod  Host Shanteh Wale https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Peter Fraser is the winemaker and driving force behind Yangarra Estate Vineyard. Located in Blewitt Springs, Yangarra's wines have set the benchmark for quality and their translation of site within McLaren Vale. The reputation of their fine wines extends far beyond Australia... https://www.yangarra.com SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5 Follow Over a Glass https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod  Host Shanteh Wale https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Dr. Mark Krstic is the Managing Director of the Australian Wine Research Institute (AWRI). With more than 28 years of experience in grape and wine research and development, he is also a Professor at Macquarie University, a published author, and a respected leader across numerous boards, committees, and industry programs. His breadth of expertise positions him as one of the most influential figures in the advancement of Australian wine. https://www.awri.com.au SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5 Follow Over a Glass https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod  Host Shanteh Wale https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Mick Neil and Stef Constantoulas are the co-founders of Philter Brewing based in Marrickville. Recently crowned Australia's number one independent brewery, Philter manages to blend nostalgia, modern flair and top tier brewing techniques to create some seriously tasty brews. https://www.philterbrewing.com SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5 Follow Over a Glass https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod  Host Shanteh Wale https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

rWotD Episode 3030: Carlton & United Breweries Welcome to random Wiki of the Day, your journey through Wikipedia's vast and varied content, one random article at a time.The random article for Wednesday, 20 August 2025, is Carlton & United Breweries.Carlton & United Breweries (CUB) is an Australian brewing company based in Melbourne and owned by Japanese conglomerate Asahi Breweries. Its notable brands include Victoria Bitter, Carlton Draught, Foster's Lager, Great Northern, Resch's, Pure Blonde and Melbourne Bitter.CUB was established in 1904 as a merger of six existing breweries with Carl Pinschof as chairman and became a public company in 1913. It first expanded outside Victoria in 1931 and acquired a number of other brewing companies over the following decades. In 1983 it became a wholly owned subsidiary of Elders IXL and CUB was delisted from the stock exchange. In 1990, Elders IXL was renamed Foster's Group, and in July 2004, Fosters Group changed its name to Carlton & United Beverages. In February 2009, CUB announced the decision to separate the Australian Wine division from the Australian Beer, Cider & Spirits (BCS) division, and rename BCS to Carlton & United Breweries.In December 2011, American multinational SABMiller acquired Foster's Group, and took over ownership of Carlton & United Breweries as part of the acquisition.Subsequently, in October 2016, CUB was included in the purchase of SABMiller by Anheuser-Busch InBev. SABMiller ceased trading on global stock markets and as a result, Carlton & United was then owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev.In July 2019, Asahi Breweries agreed to purchase CUB, with the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission and Foreign Investment Review Board approving the deal in May 2020.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:10 UTC on Wednesday, 20 August 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Carlton & United Breweries on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Danielle.

This week Sam discusses the World Health Organization's push to raise prices on alcohol, the lifting of inter-provincial alcohol trade barriers in Canada, Ireland delaying requirements for cancer warnings on alcohol, increased government aid for wine in Australia, regulatory changes approved by the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV), nine new Master Sommeliers, and finally, an Australian man who made national news for riding a wine bag like a surfboard. You can read the transcript of this newscast at https://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/whos-health-taxes-more-australian-wine-aid-nine-new-master-sommeliers.

This week Sam discusses severe storms in Madiran, Bordeaux, Languedoc, Irouléguy, Savoie and the Var, a surge in Australian wine exports, a hit to the fine-wine market, and a brief update on 2024 bordeaux en primeur. You can read the transcript of this newscast at https://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/france-hit-severe-storms-australian-wine-exports-surge-fine-wine-sales-slump.

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Text us your wine questions, craziest wine experiences, or if you just have a comment for us. . Blind tastings are a fun way to hone your skills. In this episode, I have assembled a team of amazing tasters to help solve the mystery wine. Will anyone get it right? Is that the point? Find out as we taste through a wine that Blair shared with us. Welcome to the Sipsters Podcast! Thank you for listening to the Sipster's Podcast. Find us online at sipsters.ca. Support the showPurchase copies of “The Sipsters Pocket Guides” here! Support Sipsters by subscribing! Contact me at sipsterswinepodcast@gmail.com!Read Sipster's ICONS (Because sometimes more IS more.)Find me online at sipsters.ca or lukewhittall.comThanks again for listening!

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under as the Australian sharemarket and dollar returns to pre-Liberation Day levels , while Rhayna Bosch discusses the future of Australia's wine exports with Peter Bailey from Wine Australia.

In this episode of The Vint Podcast, host Billy Galanko sits down with Stephen and Prue Henschke of Henschke Wines—one of the most iconic family-run wineries in the world.This in-depth conversation covers the legacy of the Hill of Grace vineyard, the role of old vines in shaping wine texture and complexity, and the unique terroir of Eden Valley. Prue shares her insights as viticulturist, including the nuances of managing vines over 150 years old, the effects of soil and canopy management, and the importance of preserving vine genetics. Stephen discusses their restrained and precise winemaking approach, including the use of submerged cap fermentation and minimal oak influence to highlight site expression.Topics explored include:The history of Henschke and the sixth-generation legacyThe significance of old vines and the Barossa Old Vine CharterHow Eden Valley's altitude and soils shape their Riesling and ShirazA technical breakdown of Mount Edelstone, Hill of Grace, and Wheelwright vineyardsReflections on sustainability, native cover crops, and dry farmingThe story behind experimental bottlings like Hill of Roses, Nebbiolo, and TempranilloPerspectives on global brand prestige and Australian wine's evolving reputationWhether you're a collector, sommelier, or student of wine, this episode offers a rare window into one of Australia's most revered producers and their uncompromising commitment to place, tradition, and innovation.

Lee McLean joins Simon Nash to chat about the current tariff setting with the US and how other markets are faring.Great chat about how the Australian wine industry is handling the adverse conditions.@thewineshowaustralia @ausgrapewine

In this final episode of this series about wine regions near lakes, we sail to the southern hemisphere to visit Nagambie Lakes in Australia. This lake region is quite different than the others we have explored in this season and in the past; click play to learn more in this short but punchy episode. Resources from this episode: Books:  The Oxford Companion to Wine [5th Edition, Kindle Edition], Harding, J., Robinson, J., Thomas, T. (2023) Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours [Kindle Edition], Robinson, J., Harding, J., Vouillamoz, J. (2013) Websites:  Australian Wine: Goulburn Valley, Natural Advantage https://www.australianwine.com/en-AU/our-places/victoria/goulburn-valley-wine-region/ Britannica: Sir Thomas Livingstone Mitchell https://www.britannica.com/biography/Thomas-Livingstone-Mitchell Goulburn-Murray Water: Goulburn Wier: https://www.g-mwater.com.au/water-operations/storages/goulburn/goulburnweir Halliday: Nagambie Lakes, Victoria https://winecompanion.com.au/wineries/victoria/nagambie-lakes Mitchelton: The Mitchelton History https://www.mitchelton.com.au/pages/about-mitchelton Nagambie: Nagambie Lakes History https://www.nagambie.com.au/128-history-2/ Tahbilk: Our Story https://www.tahbilk.com.au/tahbilk-estate-story Walking Maps: Lake Nagambie Waterfront Walk, Mathews, S. (N.D.) https://walkingmaps.com.au/walk/5073   Glass in Session Episodes Relevant to this Episode:   S6E3: A Sweet, Sticky Story - Rutherglen Fortified Wines https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/website/s6e3-a-sweet-sticky-story-rurtherglen-fortified-wines S18E1: Finger Lakes Wine Fun https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/website/s18e1-finger-lakes-wine-fun S18E2: Michigan Wine https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/website/michigan-wine-s18e2 S18E3: Wine from Lake Neusidl -https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/website/wine-from-lake-neusiedl-s18e3 S18E4: Lake Constance - One Lake, Wine from Three Countries https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/lake-constance-one-lake-wine-from-three-countries-s18e4 S18E5: Lake Garda - Surrounded by Wine regions https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/website/lake-garda-surrounded-by-wine-regions-s18e5   Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: https://www.teepublic.com/user/glass-in-session   Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music:  “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)

This morning we tapped into what the “Gold Coast” has to offer for wine as Ted talked about some of the great Australian wines to choose from at Haskell's! For the best selection in wine, spirits and more check out any one of the 11 locations around the Twin Cities metro area or visit haskells.com.

Jill Upton chats to Adam, fine wine specialist and provider of premium Australian wines to the European market, about the ever-growing love for Australian wines worldwide. We just need to get a glass in front of them and it sells itself!@thewineshowaustralia@theaustralianwinecompany

What the hell...where the hell...is the Great Southern?! That's what most people say. Which is why Peter got on a plane and braved fires, snakes and Vegemite to bring you this story of what is arguably Western Australia's best kept secret.Remote? Undoubtedly. Rural? Positively. Hugely exciting for the elegant, refined, often under-valued Riesling, Chardonnay, Cabernet, Shiraz...even Grenache and Mourvedre?! You betcha. So join us on this thrilling journey of discovery, where we paint a soundscape as well as a taste map, and meet wonderful wine personalities who talk us through weird and wonderful things from cuddles to Wonderbras, emperor penguins, the X-factor, shade cloth, resplendence and knitting. Interviewees include Tom Wisdom, Mike Garland (Plantagenet), Erin Larkin, Guy Lyons (Forest Hill), Patrick Corbett (Singlefile), Matt Swinney and Rob Mann (Swinney), Marelize Russouw (Alkoomi), Larry Cherubino and Sid the dog. Our thanks to the Western Australian government and industry for sponsoring this mini-series, whose final and concluding episode is on Margaret River.Thanks for tuning in. We love to hear from you so please do get in touch! Send us a voice message via Speakpipe. Or you can find contact info, together with all details from this episode including full wine recommendations, on our website: Show notes for Wine Blast S6 E10 - Don't Know Western Australia's Great Southern? You ShouldInstagram: @susieandpeter

Looking for show stopping sparkling wine to serve this Holiday? Then look no further than Sparkling Shiraz! This is a sparkling red wine - yes, you heard us right - an honest to goodness red wine made (usually) in the same way that Champagne is made. In case you are wondering, Shiraz is what they call Syrah in Australia, so they are the same wine. Like all sparkling wines, Sparkling Shiraz can vary from sweet to brut, but this is not your grandma's sweet sparkling red wine. Sparkling Shiraz can be spicy, complex, earthy, and tannic - exactly like the still Syrah / Shiraz you know and love. In this episode, we explore how Sparkling Shiraz is made, reveal that it used to be known as Sparkling Burgundy, and let you know how you should serve it and what food to pair it with. And, we have two pretty different Sparkling Shiraz wines that we taste and review so you can choose something your guests (and you) will love! Wines reviewed in this episode: 2022 Paringa Sparkling Shiraz, The Chook Sparkling ShirazSend us a Text Message and we'll respond in our next episode!Contact The Wine Pair Podcast - we'd love to hear from you!Visit our website, leave a review, and reach out to us: https://thewinepairpodcast.com/Follow and DM us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewinepairpodcast/Send us an email: joe@thewinepairpodcast.com

Australian Master of Wine, Andrew Caillard joined Nightlife to discuss the finer aspects of our wine industry. 

In our ongoing mission to find high quality Pinot Noirs at reasonable prices, we bring you a taste of Australia and a discussion on where they can actually grow good Pinot Noir grapes in Australia, how warm climate regions like Australia and California try to deal with this grape that does better in cooler climates, and why Pinot Noir can be expensive. Our personal take on Pinot Noir is that it should be soft, acidic, relatively low in alcohol, and have rich cherry flavors, something that can be really hard to find in warm climate regions because the grapes grow fast and sugary, which alters the flavor and increases the alcohol. As you can tell, we are very picky about Pinot Noir, which is our favorite red wine, and so when we say we have found a High QPR (quality to price ratio) Pinot Noir, we really mean it. And we think we found one in this episode! Wines reviewed in this episode: 2019 Innocent Bystander Yarra Valley Pinot Noir, 2022 Sean Minor Sonoma Coast Pinot NoirSend us a Text Message and we'll respond in our next episode!Contact The Wine Pair Podcast - we'd love to hear from you!Visit our website, leave a review, and reach out to us: https://thewinepairpodcast.com/Follow and DM us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewinepairpodcast/Send us an email: joe@thewinepairpodcast.com

The BanterThe Guys share a funny review of their restaurant, Catherine Lombardi, that was rated in “gold chains.”The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys are joined by Jon Ross, former employee, Master Sommelier now wine importer and author. They reminisce about time together early in Jon's career and follow his path that led him to where he is today including a nearly-forgotten and surprising connection to The Restaurant Guys Podcast. The Inside TrackThe Guys hired Jon as a young adult and nurtured his interest in wine and hospitality. He rose up through their organization while experiencing professional wine tastings, the Union Square green market and a Tales of the Cocktail convention. Through the years they have kept in touch (The Guys proudly witnessing Jon's accomplishments) and were happy to interview Jon about his book shortly before they hosted a consumer wine tasting of Jon's portfolio. On having Mark & Francis as mentors:“I've always felt that your mentors are people who show you what you want to become, not tell you what you want to become,” Jonathan Ross on The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2024BioJonathan was a member of the award-winning wine team at Eleven Madison Park and held the title of Head Sommelier. In 2017, Jon passed the prestigious Master Sommelier exam. He makes his own wine in Australia under a label called Micro Wines, which is sold in Australia and the United States. Jon co-authored How to Drink Australian with wife Jane Lopes, a definitive modern guide to Australian wine. InfoLegend Importshttps://legendaustralia.com/John's book is available on the Legend pageReach out to The Restaurant GuysSupport the Show.Our Places Stage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/ Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/ Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/ To hear more about food, wine and the finer things in life:https://www.instagram.com/restaurantguyspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/restaurantguys**Become a Restaurant Guys Regular and get two bonus episodes per month, bonus content and Regulars Only events.**Click Below! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2390435/support

Andrew Caillard talks to Cheryl about his unique perspective on the evolution of the Australian wine industry, his favorite Australian wine regions and writing a three-volume work. His latest work The Australian Ark, is now available Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode with Vine Street Imports' founder and CEO, Ronnie Sanders, discusses the dynamics affecting Australian wine prices. Beginning with an overview of how market demand, rather than production cost, determines pricing, the discussion tracks the shift from the era of 'cheap and cheerful' Australian wines to today's landscape of premiumization. Key factors include the global financial downturn in 2008, supply chain challenges, rising costs of labor, expensive land and grapes, alongside environmental issues like bushfires and drought exacerbated by climate change. Ronnie reflects on the early days of Australian wine importation and the evolution of the market, emphasizing the significant increase in labor costs and other economic pressures. He advocates for strategic pricing to build and sustain wine brands, concluding with the potential of Australian wines to offer value within the global market despite higher price points. The episode argues for a reevaluation of New World biases, presenting Australian wines as competitive in quality and value against global benchmarks. 00:37 The Evolution of Australian Wine Prices 01:17 The Golden Age of Affordable Australian Wines 04:47 The Shift in Australian Wine Economics 05:13 The Rising Costs of Labor in Australia 07:20 Navigating the Complexities of Wine Pricing 10:59 Advice for Wine Producers on Pricing Strategies 12:15 Finding Value in Australian Wines Amidst Global Pricing 13:34 Concluding Thoughts on the Value of Australian Wine   Hosted by Charlotte Alsaadi. Special thanks to SNACKTIME for the music!  Vine Street Imports Instagram  |  Website 

If all you know about Australian wines are the cute kangaroo labels in the grocery store, then today's episode is for you! Australia is making some incredible wines and in today's podcast, Sarah is giving you an overview of the top regions and grape varities you want to be familiar with. So grab your favorite glass of Shiraz and let's go down under to take a look at Australian wine. Today's episode is best enjoyed on my youtube channel: https://youtu.be/KUHRoP0LOmw ------ Sign up for The Wine CEO newsletter and get a free guide to Food & Wine Pairing: thewineceo.com Email: Sarah@thewineceo.com Instagram: @thewineceo

From the BBC World Service: There is good news for Australian wine producers: They’ll no longer face tariffs from their largest trading partner, China. Also in China, smartphone giant Xiaomi moves into the EV market. What’s behind the move? Plus, dates are often associated with the holy month of Ramadan and the breaking of fast. We take an examination of how supply chain stressors are affecting the economy of dates.

From the BBC World Service: There is good news for Australian wine producers: They’ll no longer face tariffs from their largest trading partner, China. Also in China, smartphone giant Xiaomi moves into the EV market. What’s behind the move? Plus, dates are often associated with the holy month of Ramadan and the breaking of fast. We take an examination of how supply chain stressors are affecting the economy of dates.

From the BBC World Service: China was the biggest importer of Australian wine, until Australians called for an investigation into the origins of COVID-19 and China slapped tariffs on various commodities. But as relations between the countries improve, could the wine start flowing again? Also: Will there be a time when jobs aren’t necessary? Elon Musk thinks so and he's putting it down to AI. Plus, religiously conservative Malta is fast becoming known as one of the most gay-friendly places in Europe, giving its tourism industry a boost.

From the BBC World Service: China was the biggest importer of Australian wine, until Australians called for an investigation into the origins of COVID-19 and China slapped tariffs on various commodities. But as relations between the countries improve, could the wine start flowing again? Also: Will there be a time when jobs aren’t necessary? Elon Musk thinks so and he's putting it down to AI. Plus, religiously conservative Malta is fast becoming known as one of the most gay-friendly places in Europe, giving its tourism industry a boost.