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Ever wondered what’s beyond Austria’s famous Grüner Veltliner? We’re diving into some great white wines like Riesling and some lesser-known treats such as Welsh Riesling and Muscat Ottonel. If you’re into white wines, this is a must-listen!

Wines tasted:

• Domane Wachau 'Federspiel Bruck' Riesling 2021 $32
• Velich Welschriesling 2021 $40
• 2020 Velich Muskat Ottonel $40
• 2022 Pittnauer Perfect Day $54
  
  
  
  

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Are the days of affordable Australian wines numbered? Tune in to this episode of Wine with Meg and Mel as we uncover the seismic shifts in ownership shaking up the Australian wine industry. From Pernod Ricard passing its wine portfolio to Accolade Wines, to Treasury Wine Estates offloading well-known brands like Lindemans and Wolf Blass, the landscape is changing fast. 

We're also celebrating the stars of the 2025 Holiday Wine Awards! Plus, we'll share how Aldi UK's marketing magic is positioning its wines as the new go-to for luxury on a budget. Get ready for an engaging discussion on these exciting developments in the wine world.

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This  wine news we:

• Look at the Real Review Top Wineries list
• Talk to Lee McLean from Australian Grape & Wine about China reopening to Australian wine
• Chat to Nick Ryan about taking the reins from James Halliday for The Australian wine column.

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The popularity of Grenache is on the rise, so Meg + Mel take a deep dive into some different styles to find out why! 

Wines Tasted:
NX Gen Grenache $19
Gramps Grenache $20.90
Cuidado Organic Garnacha $15
St Erth Grenache $17.10

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Meg + Mel try to change each other's minds when it comes to their least favourite wines... so, will Meg get Mel to enjoy Moscato and is Meg now a Pet-Nat convert? Tune in to find out!

Wines tasted:

Meg's picks for Mel: 

• Vietta Moscato d'ASti $38
• Gaia Assytiko Monograph Rose $28.50
• B Minor Shiraz $24.20

Mel's picks for Meg:

• Disco Puppy 2 - Sparkling Pet-Nat $28 
• Mountadam Eden Valley Gewurztraminer $28
• Karim Vionnet 'Chiroubles' Vielles Vignes $58 

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Mel and Mel dive into the wonderful world of Spanish whites, then make a group decision on what sparkling Mel should serve at her wedding.

What Meg's drinking: Soumah Savarro

White wines of Spain:

• 2019 Eidosela Charquino Albarino $25
• 2020 Conde Valdemar Blanco $18
• 2018 Terroir al Limit Priorat Historic Blanc $55

Wedding wine: Tahbilk Blanc de Blancs $19

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Think Chile is just about bulk, cheap wine? Think again! Meg shows us some awesome Chilean wines pushing boundaries.

Wines tasted:

• 2017 Caliterra Tributo Chardonnay $18
• 2019 Leonardo Erazo Arbol Arriba $45
• 2019 Ventisquero Reserva Pinot Noir $18
• 2018 Gustavo Martinez El Carmen de Cuchacucha Pais $39
• 2019 Pablo & Ronald El Guindo Cinsault $30
• 2019 Antiyal Pura Fe Carmenere $43
  
  
  
  
  

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In celebration of International Women's Day, we're releasing this week's episode early! Meg + Mel taste some of the top wines from women in Australia, and Meg opens up about what it's like to be a woman in wine. 

What Meg's drinking: Penley Estate Cabernet Franc - Made by Kate Goodman

Wines Tasted: 

• Delamere NV Cuvee $40
• Vignerons Schmolzer + Brown RIESLING S $40
• Jade + Jasper Fiano $23
• Eminence Pinot Meunier Rosé ('A glass of' pack)
•  Tillie J Yarra Valley Pinot Noir $42
  
  
  

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Meg and Mel explore the Yarra Valley with special guest Rob Dolan, the man who has seen it change from a quaint wine area, to one of Australia's best known regions. 

Wines Tasted:

• 2006 Vintage Chandon ($31)
• 2021 La Bohème Act Three Pinot Gris ($19)
• 2020 Rob Dolan White Label Chardonnay ($32)
• 2020 Rob Dolan White Label Pinot Noir ($38)
• 2018 Yarra Yerring Dry Red Number One  ($130)

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We get in a pro to see. Mark Baulderstone, MD of Riedel Australia & NZ takes Meg and Mel through a tasting to test if glassware really does matter.

What Mark's drinking: Dalrymple Vineyards Single Site Ouse Pinot Noir $64

Glassware tasted from:
RIEDEL DEGUSTAZIONE RED WINE $22.5 per unit
RIEDEL WINEWINGS PINOT NOIR/NEBBIOLO $60 per unit

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