On this week’s episode of Fine Vines and Wine, I’m joined by Tony Allen, Chief Winemaker at Duxton Vineyards and Rewild Wine.

This episode is jam packed with interesting wine chats (Tony brings over 30 years of industry experience in winemaking and operations), sustainable wine brand initiatives, and how these are now shaping the wine industry.  Plus, we even live taste a couple of bottles from the affordable Rewild range.

We delve deep into what it takes to create a successful sustainable wine label chatting about the bigger picture and the smaller less obvious details that are all involved in the process, plus we hear what’s in store for the future and that there may even be a new varietal joining the already broad range very soon.

So sit back, pour yourself a large glass of your favourite beverage, and join me for this weeks delightful journey through the world of Australian wine.

Wines Mentioned in this Episode (all available to purchase from Dan Murphys & select BWS stores):

Sustainably Made Prosecco - $9.99

Fiano - $9.99

Sustainably Made Chardonnay - $9.99

Sustainably Made Shiraz - $9.99

Tony Allen - Duxton Vineyards & Rewild Wine

On this week’s episode of Fine Vines and Wine, I’m joined by Mitchell Taylor, managing director and third generation winemaker at Taylors Wines.


This episode is jampacked with interesting wine chats, important inititives, and bottles you’ll want to add straight to your collection. We talk about how Mitchell started working in the wine industry from a very young age, the story of how he found himself working back at the family business after several years in the finiancial world, and the advantages of being able to see how a business runs from, and work in, multiple different roles to experience the journey of a wine from the vine to someone enjoying it in a restaurant.

 
We discuss how the wine industry and the wines produced are almost determined by trends and what’s in fashion for that season, the complexity of the industry and what goes on behind a successful brand with the challenges that may arise plus the steps taken to maintain a 5* winery rating from James Halliday himself. 


We also delve into the depths and learn all about their new initiative, Sea BnB, which is an amazing concept that Mitchell Taylor is extremely passionate about, Taylors’ stance on sustainability and their aim of making the winery better for each generation to come, and how Taylors Wines and other winemakers in Australia are working together to share the rich Australian wine history with the global market through Australian First Families of Wine. 


So grab yourself a big glass of Shiraz (it is National Shiraz day after all), sit back and relax with this week’s episode.
All Wines Mentioned In This Week's Episode Will Be Listed On My Instagram @finevinesandwine. 

 
Links:
https://www.taylorswines.com.au
https://www.instagram.com/taylorswines/
Https://www.instagram.com/finevinesandwine https://www.seabnb.com.au
https://sustainablewinegrowing.com.au
https://www.australiasfirstfamiliesofwine.com.au
https://www.wineaustralia.com
https://www.agw.org.au

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Clare Valley - Mitchell Taylor - Taylors Wines

On this week’s episode of Fine Vines and Wine, I chat with Naomi and Nick, the partner duo behind Tipsy Aunt Flo, the wine brand changing the way we talk and think about period poverty.


We learn all about the ideas that sparked the business, Mark getting his head around period talk and educating his mates on the subject, and the amazing charity, The Cova Project, that they work with. We also talk about their two main initiatives; ending period poverty and ending period shame which they are hoping to do through Tipsy Aunt Flo and how females need to speak up to get these issues heard.



We talk about what’s in store for the future of wine, especially when it comes to making wine more accessible for everyone, sustainability approaches and helping consumers drink less but better. 


We also discuss their goals for the future when it comes to Tipsy Aunt Flo and this power couple, and their brand, is definitely one to watch.

 
Head to the @finevinesandwine instagram page for all of the wines discussed on today’s episode.
 
Links:
https://www.tipsyauntflo.com.au
https://www.thecovaproject.com
https://www.tipsyauntflo.com.au/bleeders
https://www.instagram.com/tipsyauntflo/
https://www.instagram.com/thecovaproject/
https://www.instagram.com/finevinesandwine/

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Mornington Peninsula - Naomi & Nick - Tipsy Aunt Flo

On this week’s episode of Fine Vines and Wine, I’m joined by Michelle Gadd, founder of the online retailer Organic Wines Australia. 

We discuss how Michelle came to be in the wine industry and what sparked her wine journey and passion, as well as what goes into running a successful online wine store and what also makes a great organic wine.


We delve deep into what a biodynamic wine actually is and the process behind making one plus how the moon and it’s cycles can actually effect the vines.
We also talk about how 2021 is the year of consumer and wine maker experimentation when it comes drinking and making wines plus the consumer trends that they’re seeing through their website.


We hear what’s in store for Organic Wines Australia this year with them stocking everything that the organic wine consumer wants and needs, a different selection of wine packs and a potential wine subscription service too. 

So grab a wine, get comfy and listen to learn all about the organic wine space. 
As always, all wines mentioned in this week’s episode will be listed on the @finevinesandwine instagram page. 


Links for this episode:
https://www.organicwine.com.au
https://www.instagram.com/organicwineaustralia/
https://www.instagram.com/finevinesandwine/

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Organic & Biodynamic - Michelle Gadd - Organic Wine Australia

On this week’s episode of Fine Vines and Wine, I’m joined by Daniel Shaw, head winemaker at Philip Shaw Wines. We talk about how Daniel has been working in the wine industry from a young age, his time as a winemaker in America, and different wine making techniques around the world as well as Daniel’s own personal wine making style and approach.

 
We also discuss what goes into having a successful cellar door, the perfect food and wine pairings (get ready to start salivating), how to make the perfect Chardonnay, and Daniel’s love of lighter style reds.

 
Make sure you also listen to the end for an amazing experience that Daniel has offered to my listeners, you don’t want to miss it.

 
As always, head over to my instagram page (www.instagram.com/finevinesandwine) for a list of all wines mentioned in today’s episode. 


Links:https://www.philipshaw.com.au
https://www.instagram.com/philipshawwines/ 

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Orange - Daniel Shaw - Philip Shaw Wines

On episode eleven of Fine Vines and Wine, I’m joined by Paul Taylor, the founder of A Glass Of - a business where we, as the consumer, are connected with great wine makers that we might not have heard of before, allowing us to try a glass and a bit of their wine. All of the wines are also picked by different sommeliers around Australia, starting off with Gabby Webster; head sommelier at Bondi Icebergs Dining Room.

 
We discuss the tight knit community that being apart of the wine industry offers, the journey of A Glass Of, from talks with their first sommelier to thinking of the packaging and getting the wines to the consumer, and how sustainability is so important, not just through recycling but also pre-cycling as well.

 
I actually bought Gabby’s wine selection after our chat and I was thoroughly impressed, so much so, that I have now found a new favourite Chardonnay.

 
As always please head to my instagram www.instagram.com/finevinesandwine for a list of all the wines discussed in this week’s episode.

 
Links:
https://aglassof.com
https://www.instagram.com/aglassofofficial/
https://www.instagram.com/mistressofthevine/
https://idrb.com/dining-room/

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Wine Packs - Paul Taylor - A Glass Of

Disclaimer: This episode had a few technical difficulties - I’m pretty sure my microphone disconnected itself half way through and there is a little delay here and there, but it’s so jam-packed full of wine chats that you’ll hardly notice it.


On the tenth episode (how are we at 10 already?!) of Fine Vines and Wine, I’m joined by Gabriella; part time sommelier in Sydney and the face and brains behind the instagram account @thewineabout - https://www.instagram.com/thewineabout/.

 
We delve really really deep into the topic of natural wines and their defects, discuss our dwindling bank accounts because of all the wines we want to try and that one time Gaby decided to make her own wine in the backroom of a bottle shop.

 
We talk all about Gaby’s love of Gamay, don’t worry I have now tried a Gamay from Beaujolais and I am a big fan, as well as all of the different packaging alternatives that wine brands are starting to use.


So grab a glass of wine on this slightly chilly Saturday night, snuggle up on the couch and enjoy. 


Don’t forget to head to my instagram page - https://instagram.com/finevinesandwine?igshid=47jai77w8uh8 - for a list of all of the wines mentioned in this episode.  

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Natural Wine - Gabriella - The Wine About

On this episode of Fine Vines and Wine, I'm joined by Belinda Austin, head of marketing at 6ft6 and Austins Wines. I learn the interesting backstory behind where the name for 6ft6 Wine came from, we discuss the differences between @6ft6wine and @austinswines, the best ways for a successful wine brand to stay connected with the public and the ins and outs of making a vegan wine; it's crazy how a small change can open up a wine brand to a broader target market. 

Belinda also recommends that, if you like something a little different, you head over to the @6ft6wine website (https://6ft6wine.com/pages/cocktails) and download their wine cocktail recipes - there's options for everyone.

So make sure there's a glass of wine to hand and take a listen to episode nine. I'm already getting excited about the new @6ft6wine sparkling that's being released in September. 

Head to my instagram https://www.instagram.com/finevinesandwine/ for a list of all the wines mentioned in this week's episode. 

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Geelong Wine Region - Belinda Austin - 6ft6 and Austins Wine

On the eight episode of Fine Vines and Wine, I'm joined by Ricky Young, wine buyer, BWS Insider and category manager at BWS. We delve into the behind the scenes at BWS and the process behind what wines are selected to be sold in store, the beauty of McLaren Vale and why you should visit, and are told to keep our eyes peeled for some new and exciting releases. We also discuss the unconventional food and wine pairing of KFC fried chicken and champagne, which is still on my list to try, and what you can do if you want to further your wine knowledge. Head to my instagram @finevinesandwine for a list of the wines and wineries mentioned in this week's episode. 

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McLaren Vale - Ricky Young - Wine Buyer BWS

On the seventh episode of Fine Vines and Wine, I'm joined by freelance writer Cassandra Charlick whose work includes Halliday Wine Companion, Delicious.com.au, Gourmet Traveller Wine, Escape Magazine, Urban List, Time Out London and Your Margaret River Region magazine to name a few! We discuss changes in the media world, dive into the world of natural wine, discuss different experiences for your next Margaret River Region trip and go into detail with food and wine pairings. I ask the tough questions when it comes to what Cassandra Charlick’s favourite things to do in the Margaret River Region are and she shares plenty of spots to plan the most perfect sounding trip! So I guess the real question is, who’s coming with me?! For a full list of wineries mentioned on this week's episode, head across to my instagram page @finevinesandwine.

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Margaret River Region - Cassandra Charlick - Freelance Writer

Are you a wine lover looking for an entertaining and informative podcast? Look no further than Fine Vines and Wine, hosted by myself, WSET-certified wine influencer, Charis Pixie.

Join me each week as I discuss the latest trends, news, and reviews in the world of wine. From the best regions that you need to visit in Australia to the perfect food pairings to how the wine industry is changing, Fine Vines and Wine has something for everyone.

Each episode features interviews with industry experts, sommeliers, and winemakers, providing unique insights and perspectives on the world of wine. Whether you’re a seasoned wine connoisseur or just starting to explore the world of wine, Fine Vines and Wine is the perfect way to stay up-to-date and entertained.

So sit back, pour yourself a large glass of your favourite beverage, and join us each week for a delightful journey through the world of Australian wine.

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