Why Your Wine Might Taste Worse At Home

Why Your Wine Might Taste Worse At Home

Author: SESSION in PROGRESS July 8, 2026 Duration: 36:43

In this episode of Got Somme, Angus and Carlos are joined by Mark Baulderstone from RIEDEL Australia and New Zealand for a full glassware masterclass.

Same wine. Three different glasses. Completely different results.

Mark takes us through the philosophy behind varietal-specific glassware, why the right glass acts as the “translator” between the winemaker and the drinker, and how shape, height, rim diameter and design can change the way a wine smells, tastes and feels.

We also explore the new RIEDEL Manufaktur range, a handmade collection that celebrates craft, function and the beauty of imperfection.

Shop the RIEDEL Manufaktur range here:
https://www.riedel.com/en-au/collections/riedel-manufaktur

Australian listeners can get 25% off at checkout using the code: GOTSOMME

Follow RIEDEL: @riedel_official
Follow Mark: @riedel_mark.baulderstone

In this episode:
• Why one wine tastes different in multiple glasses
• The difference between universal glassware and varietal-specific glassware
• Why Chardonnay deserves its own glass
• What makes RIEDEL Manufaktur unique
• Handmade glassware, imperfections and craftsmanship
• Why wine temperature matters more than most people think
• Mark’s favourite RIEDEL glasses
• The best wine experience of Mark’s life


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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