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"One of the BEST White Wines in the World"

"One of the BEST White Wines in the World"

Author: SESSION in PROGRESS May 6, 2026 Duration: 17:48
Got Somme : Master Sommelier's Wine Podcast
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A Master Sommelier gives Angus a bottle he only gifts to close friends… and it turns into one of the most fascinating white wine episodes we’ve ever recorded.Carlos Santos introduces us to Condrieu, one of France’s most premium white wine regions, made exclusively from Viognier. Once nearly extinct, this grape is now producing some of the richest, most textural and most underrated white wines in the world.


Bottle: 2018 Yves Cuilleron Condrieu ‘Les Chaillets’ Viognier Vieilles Vignes


Glassware used: RIEDEL

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We break down:

- Why Condrieu is so expensive

- Why Viognier nearly disappeared

- How to blind taste Viognier

- Why this 2018 bottle still tastes young

- The perfect food pairing (Murray cod + butter sauce)

- Carlos ranks Viognier in his top white grape varieties


If you love Chardonnay, Chablis, Albariño or discovering hidden gems, this episode is for you.


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Chapter Timestamps

00:00 The bottle Carlos only gifts friends

01:20 Why this wine nearly went extinct

03:00 What is Condrieu?

04:45 Condrieu vs Viognier explained

06:50 Why Condrieu is expensive

08:45 Can white wine age properly?

10:45 How to blind taste Viognier

12:50 Is Viognier beginner friendly?

15:55 Why Carlos gifted Angus this bottle

17:00 Best food pairing for Condrieu

20:45 Carlos ranks Viognier top 5

21:35 Final thoughts


Got Somme, Condrieu wine, Viognier wine, best white wines France, premium white wine, French white wine explained, wine podcast Australia, Carlos Santos sommelier, blind tasting wine, Northern Rhone wine, luxury white wineWelcome to Got Somme, the ultimate wine podcast where Master Sommeliers and wine experts share their tips, blind tasting challenges, and insider knowledge from vineyards around the world. Whether you’re a wine beginner or a seasoned enthusiast, we explore everything from wine education and wine tasting techniques to sparkling wines, red vs white, and the best wines under $30.Subscribe for weekly episodes and join us as we taste, learn, and uncover the stories behind your favourite wines. Perfect for anyone looking to improve their wine knowledge, discover new wine regions, or just enjoy a fun, educational chat about wine.


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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