BLIND Wine Tasting - Master challenges Apprentice

BLIND Wine Tasting - Master challenges Apprentice

Author: SESSION in PROGRESS November 28, 2024 Duration: 19:44

In this episode of Got Somme, Master Sommelier Carlos Santos challenges co-host Angus O’Loughlin to blind taste three exceptional wines: Nebbiolo, Pinot Noir, and a Bordeaux blend. 

While Carlos dives into what to expect from the wines flavours, aromas, and aging potential while contrasting old-world and new-world styles. Meanwhile, the apprentice shares his evolving expertise, adding a fresh perspective to the tasting experience. 

This episode blends education, fun, and flavour. Don't miss the special invitation to suggest topics for future tastings!

 

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Key Takeaways:

- Nebbiolo is known for its tartness and high acidity.
- Aging enhances the complexity of Nebbiolo wines.
- Pinot Noir from Mornington Peninsula is elegant and plush.
- Identifying wine characteristics requires experience and practice.
- Blind tastings challenge the taster's knowledge and skills.
- The colour of a wine can indicate its age and varietal.
- A blend can complicate the identification process.


Chapters
00:00 Blind Tasting Introduction
02:01 Exploring Nebbiolo Characteristics
06:06 Identifying the Pinot Noir
10:11 Decoding the Bordeaux Blend
15:53 Revealing the Wines and Conclusion

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Ever felt a bit lost staring at a wine list or wondering what you're actually tasting in your glass? Got Somme is here to help, without any of the pretence. This isn't a stuffy lecture; it's a conversation between Master Sommelier Carlos Santos and his mate, radio announcer Angus O'Loughlin, who's keen to learn but starting from scratch. Each episode, Carlos guides Angus-and by extension, all of us-through the fundamentals, breaking down everything from grape varieties and regional styles to understanding why a wine tastes the way it does. The real magic happens when they're joined by some of the world's most respected winemakers, who share the stories and craft behind their bottles. You'll hear Carlos explain how to pick a good wine from a bad one, demystifying terms like tannin and terroir along the way. It's an accessible, often funny journey into wine, perfect for anyone who enjoys a glass but wants to understand the world behind it. Produced by SESSION in PROGRESS, this podcast turns curiosity into genuine knowledge, one bottle at a time.
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