Winemaker of the YEAR reveals secrets behind FAMOUS bottle

Winemaker of the YEAR reveals secrets behind FAMOUS bottle

Author: SESSION in PROGRESS September 7, 2023 Duration: 31:19

Imagine leaving the sale of one of Australia's most beloved wineries to the flip of a coin?!

That's the humble beginnings of Yarra Yering in Victoria where Dr. Bailey Carrodus let fate decide who was to take ownership of the site which produces the world famous 'Dry Red Wine No1'.

Join Master Sommelier Carlos Santos and Angus O'Loughlin as they interview 2021 Winemaker of the year Sarah Crowe for a deep dive into her winemaking style, decision to put all future bottles under screw cap and history of the iconic winery estate.

Check out Yarra Yering website https://www.yarrayering.com/

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Chapters

0:00 - 1:45 - Introducing Sarah Crowe

1:46 - 4:20 - The history of 'Dry White Wine No1

4:21 - 6:38 - Taking over winemaking at Yarra Yering

6:39 - 8:00 - The Terroir of Yarra Yering site

8:01 - 9:21 - 2021 Chardonnay Assessment

9:22 - 14:15 - 'Agincourt' Cabernet Malbec blend

14:16 - 15:42 - The use of oak in Yarra Yering

15:43 - 18:44 - Dry Red Wine No2

18:45 - 20:44 - Making small changes and getting big feedback

20:45 - 22:55 - Changing to screw cap from cork

22:56 - 25:28 - Dry Red Wine No1

25:29 - 30:23 - True story: Flipping a coin to own Yarra Yering

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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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