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Behind the Wines
Welcome to Behind the Wines, a podcast dedicated to exploring Australian wine. Join your host, Brent Masters, as he dives into the cellar with sommeliers, stomps grapes with winemakers, and chats with critics, growers, retailers, and chefs. Our mission is to share captivating stories behind each bottle, bringing you into the tasting room with passionate figures in Australian wine. So, pour yourself a glass and join Brent as we uncork conversations that unveil the narratives making each wine…
Episodes
Behind the WinesRobin Brockett, Chief Winemaker, Scotchmans Hill Winery
From Pioneer to Provenance: The Passion, Place and Persistence of Robin Brockett. Today we have the pleasure of welcoming Robin Brockett from Scotchmans Hill…
Behind the WinesJulian Langworthy, Chief Winemaker & General Manager, Deep Woods Estate
A winemaker with trophies on the shelf, Cabernet in his veins and curiosity in every bottle. Join us today as we welcome Julian Langworthy from Deep Woods…
Behind the WinesAn Extra Pour – Luke Campbell, Sales Manager, Domaine Wine Shippers
Enjoy our extended conversation with Luke Campbell, and pour yourself something new to explore. You might just discover a new favourite…
Behind the WinesLuke Campbell, Sales Manager, Domaine Wine Shippers
From Michelin Service to Australian Cellars: A Life Dedicated to Wine Today we are excited to bring you our conversation with Luke Campbell, who has spent more…
Behind the WinesAshlyn Foster, Sales Manager, Jackson Family Wines
From Everest to Excellence: A journey through the world of wines Today we share a great conversation with Ashlyn Foster, whose wine journey has taken her from…
Behind the WinesAndrew Quin, Winemaker, Hentley Farm Wines
From Garden Beds to Barossa Reds: The Journey of Hentley Farm’s Winemaker We are pleased to introduce you to Andrew Quin. His path to winemaking began in his…
Behind the WinesAn Extra Pour – Sebastian Crowther, Wine Importer & Distributor
If you enjoyed our conversation with Sebastian last week in episode 4, grab yourself an extra glass of your favourite wine and sit back to learn a little more…
Behind the WinesSebastian Crowther, Wine Importer & Distributor
Shaping how Australia drinks: from the ground to 35,000 feet. Today we talk with Sebastian Crowther, who has built a remarkable career in wine — from Master…
Behind the WinesLouisa Rose Winemaker & Head of Sustainability, Hill-Smith Family Estates
From Physics to Fermentation: The Vision and Voice of Louisa Rose We are delighted to talk with Louisa Rose, a leading Australian winemaker and sustainability…
Behind the WinesAn Extra Pour – Bridget Mac, Winemaker, Werkstatt
If our conversation with Bridget Mac left you wanting to know more about her craft of winemaking and collaboration with other creative minds, pour yourself an…
Behind the WinesBridget Mac, Winemaker, Werkstatt
From Lens to Cellar: The Art and Alchemy of Werkstatt Today we are delighted to talk with Bridget Mac. From art to wine, Bridget’s path has been anything but…
Behind the WinesAn Extra Pour – Brenden Robnik, Founder, Wine Animal
If our conversation with Brenden left you wanting to know more, here's some extra content that will keep you entertained whilst you savour that extra glass of…
Behind the WinesBrenden Robnik, Founder, Wine Animal
Wine is serious business. Luckily, the Wine Animal isn't. Today we are very pleased to meet with Brenden (or Brenno, as many know him), who spent nearly 20…
Behind the WinesTom Donegan, National Sales Manager, Shaw + Smith
Tom Donegan is an Adelaide based wine professional with international experience in sales, marketing, hospitality and export of some of Australia’s finest…
Behind the WinesAlister Timms, Chief Winemaker, Shadowfax Wines
No stranger to the world of winemaking and viticulture, Alister grew up on his family’s vineyards on the Bellarine Peninsula and was planting vines at the age…
Behind the WinesAdrian Santolin, Winemaker, Santolin Wines Yarra Valley
Adrian Santolin is an award-winning Australian winemaker whose roots run deep into both vineyard soil and Italian tradition. Born to Italian parents and raised…
Behind the WinesJeremy Muller, Founder, Peccavi Estate
From Jeremy: Owning my own vineyard and creating exceptional wines have been dreams of mine since I was first introduced to White Burgundy and full-bodied…
Behind the WinesJeremy Oliver, Wine Writer & Presenter, Oliver’s Wines
Jeremy Oliver is one of Australia’s most respected and influential wine figures, with a career that spans more than three decades in the world of wine. Best…
Behind the WinesLiinaa Berry, Winelist Consultant & Tasting Curator
As a Wine Consultant, Liinaa Berry designs programs that elevate venues through storytelling, strategy, and strong commercial outcomes. She serves on the…
Behind the WinesLisa Cardelli, Wine Writer, Judge & Educator
Lisa Cardelli is an Italian-born wine professional based in Melbourne since 2010. She has worked as a sommelier in some of Melbourne's best fine-dining…
Behind the WinesPierre Stock, Founder, PS Wine Selections
Pierre Stock is the founder of PS Wine Selections, a leading Australian importer and online retailer of French and European wines. With over three decades in…
Behind the WinesYuki Hirose, Master Sommelier, Lucas Restaurants
Yuki Hirose, MS, a Tokyo-born sommelier, has transformed his passion for wine into a remarkable career, moving from a bar in Japan to some of Australia’s most…
Behind the WinesAndrew Guard, Founder, Andrew Guard Wine Imports
Andrew Guard is one of Australia’s most respected wine importers and the founder of Andrew Guard Wine Imports, a company renowned for its uncompromising…
Behind the WinesHilary Fordham, Wine Ambassador & Educator, Joval Wines
With nearly three decades of dedication to Joval Wines, one of Australia’s most respected fine wine distribution companies, Hilary has amassed extensive…
Behind the WinesMichael Dhillon, Winemaker, Bindi Wines
From the soils of Gisborne to the cellars of Burgundy — Michael Dhillon on legacy, terroir, and crafting Australia’s most coveted cool-climate wines. Michael…
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Behind the Wines – Taste Test
Welcome to ‘Behind the Wines’, a freshly bottled podcast, about Australian wine, the wines we love and the people behind them. My mission is simple – I want to…