The Global Fine Wine Podcast

In this episode, Ross introduces a Bordeaux blend wine from Delaire Graff Estate in South Africa - The Banghoek 2018. This amazing wine was the shared Runner-Up Double Gold Winner at the 2023 Global Fine Wine Challenge in the Bordeaux Blends class.

This is part 2 of 9 short podcasts highlighting South Africa's success in this class at the recently held Global Fine Wine Challenge. Canadian, American & New Zealand Bordeaux Blend medalists will also be featured in upcoming episodes.

Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Wine Overview
00:59 - Recommendations for Wine Travel in South Africa
01:30 - Introduction to Delaire Graff Estate Winery
02:24 - Description of Delaire Graff Vineyards and Wines
03:23 - Feedback and Commentary from Wine Judges
04:20 - Recognition and Awards for Delaire Graff
04:47 - Where to Find Delaire Graff Wines
05:41 - Conclusion and Future Episodes

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Summary

In this episode, Ross Anderson introduces the 2023 Global Fine Wine Challenge and highlights some exceptional wines from around the world. The focus is on Bordeaux blends, starting with the Bacco Estate Red Blend 2020 from South Africa. Ross provides information about the wine's origin, composition, and the founding of Bacco Estate. He shares the feedback from the judges, who praise the wine's bold flavors, elegance, and balance. Ross also mentions additional reviews and where to find the wine. Stay tuned for more.

This is part 1 of 9 short podcasts highlighting South Africa's success in this class at the recently held Global Fine Wine Challenge. Canadian, American & New Zealand Bordeaux Blend medalists will also be featured in upcoming episodes.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Overview

00:56 - Bacco Estate Red Blend 2020

02:18 - Background of Bacco Estate

03:07 - Judges' Feedback

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3 time is a trick!! We're back in Canada, and to one of my absolute favourite wine producers... period! Mission Hill Family Estate is located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley, a region producing outstanding wines across the board. I was hooked at first taste back in 2016 when Canada and Mission Hill submitted their first entries into the Global Fine Wine Challenge, and each subsequent year has re-affirmed my love of these incredible wines.

In this episode, Ross Anderson chats with Mission Hill's Chief Winemaker, the delightful Corrie Krehbiel. Mission Hill, under Corrie's guidance has the Midas touch - crafting delightful, intense, pure and precise expressions of Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay and Bordeaux Blends... wow! These wines easily rival some of the best in the world.

This was a fun interview - I hope you'll take a listen, and your curiosity into the Canadian wine scene will be piqued!

Be sure to visit www.missionhillwinery.com for more information, and be sure to sign up and join the wine club!

Be sure to check out the Mission Hill Family Estate results from the 2022 Global Fine Wine Challenge. 

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In this episode, Ross Anderson is off to a South African wine region home to some iconic producers, that specialises in cool-climate viticulture…. But is more commonly known for its apple orchards and the sparkling soft drink Appletizer. 

Ross is joined by Augustus Dale, a man who has done a number of things in the wine world thus far including winemaking, viticulture, marketing, sales and bespoke wine tours and shows no signs of slowing down. Gus recently joined Elgin Vintners as the winemaker and business director. 

Check out Elgin Vintners online at www.elginvintners.co.za

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In this episode, Ross Anderson is joined by Canadian winemaker – Mark Hopley from Hester Creek Estate Winery in the beautiful Okanagan Valley of British Columbia. Mark has been the winemaker at Hester Creek since 2013 but has been making wine since graduating in 1997. 

Hester Creek have been a regular participant in the Global Fine Wine Challenge since Canada joined in 2016, representing the top 120 wines produced in Canada and going up against the finest from the other New World Participating Nations. Hester Creek specialise in Pinot Blanc, Trebbiano and Cabernet Franc, amongst other varieties.

Be sure to visit www.hestercreek.com for more information, and be sure to check out Mark's Fly Fishing Podcast at www.flyfishing97.com

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In this episode, Ross Anderson is joined by one of Australia’s leading winemakers, who has had a hand in crafting several very well-known premium Australian wines. For the past 10 years, Dan Buckle has applied his skills at Domaine Chandon in the beautiful Yarra Valley, crafting a range of one of Australia's most recognised Sparkling wines.

Domaine Chandon has been a regular participant in the Global Fine Wine Challenge and the Six Nations Wine Challenge prior to that, representing the top 120 wines produced in Australia and going up against the finest bubbles from the other New World Participating Nations.

We explore a range of topics including the exciting things happening behind the scenes at this global brand, Dan's time at Mt Langi Ghiran making an iconic shiraz and how Dan plans to challenge Kelly Slaters reputation as a professional surfer! 

Be sure to visit www.chandon.com.au for more information.

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We're off to a country making some incredible wines - Canada! I'm constantly surprised by the depth and calibre of wines being made in Canada. Quality is second to nobody, the range of varietals being planted, nurtured and made into premium wines is similar to any leading region in the wine world and the skill of the winemakers is world class. What i'm no longer surprised to hear is "What! Canada makes wines!" Yes... they do, and oh boy... you need to get amongst it!

In this episode, Ross Anderson chats with Nadine Kinvig from Terravista Vineyards in the beautiful  Okanagan Valley. TerraVista specialises in a range of alternative white wines and white blends. Nadine Kinvig – TerraVista’s winemaker has been at the helm and applying her deft touch to these beautifully crafted aromatic wines since 2019.

 2022 was the second time that Terravista had participated in the Global Fine Wine Challenge, representing the top 120 wines produced in Canada and going up against the finest from the other New World Participating Nations… and they did incredibly well. We explore a range of topics including alternate varietals, sustainability and Nadine's love of hard rock and heavy (French) metal!! 

Be sure to visit www.terravistavineyards.com for more information.

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In this episode, were off to a historic wine estate, nestled in a beautiful part of the world. Groot Constantia is an important part of World Wine Heritage and a world-class international tourism destination, capturing the rich and diverse heritage of South Africa, to deliver a unique cultural, social and historical experience, to locals and tourists alike. The estate is South Africa’s oldest wine producing farm dating back to 1685 and is an iconic example of the preservation of South African culture and heritage in the wine industry.

Ross Anderson is joined by Floricius (Flo) Beukes, a man who wears many hats, but his current role at Groot Constantia see him managing the vineyards as well as fulfilling the role of Chief Viticulturist at this historic estate.

Groot Constantia has been a regular participant in the Global Fine Wine Challenge – since inception of the Challenge in 2003, representing the top 120 wines produced in South Africa and going up against the finest wines from the other New World Participating Nations.

Visit www.grootconstantia.co.za for more information on this amazing wine estate.

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In this episode, Ross Anderson is joined by Australia’s finest Sparkling winemaker – Group Sparkling Winemaker for Accolade wines, and the man behind the House of Arras, Mr Ed Carr. Ed has been making wines for more than 35 years and his patience and determination have helped turn Australia into a serious sparkling producer, as well as putting Tasmania on the wine map.

In 2018 Ed received a lifetime achievement award from the Champagne and Sparkling Wine World Championships in London – the only winemaker outside of Champagne to win this award. Ed has been voted winemaker of the year – twice, and in November of 2022 Arras EJ Carr Late Disgorged 2004 was voted Decanter wine of the year. A few days later the Museum Release 2001 won Sparkling Class trophy and wine of Show at Global Fine Wine Challenge here in Sydney.

House of Arras is the most-awarded sparkling winery in Australia with more than 80 trophies, 220+ gold medals and an unparalleled reputation of producing world class sparkling wines of exceptional age.

Be sure to visit the House of Arras website for more information at on these incredible sparkling wines -  www.houseofarras.com.au and join their amazing wine club.

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In this episode Ross Anderson interviews the amazing Louisa Rose, Chief Winemaker for Yalumba based in South Australia's Barossa Valley. From the Hill-Smith family, who have owned and operated the winery for over 170 years, to their community of growers, the whole Yalumba family is dedicated to the same thing: making exceptional wine.

Lou is passionate about creating great Australian wine. During her 20-year + career at Yalumba, she has become one of the world’s most respected winemakers. She has, almost single handily forged an identity for Australian Viognier, winning multiple awards in the process, all while leading her team to ever greater heights.

Lou wears many hats at Yalumba; award winner, wine judge, board member, natural leader. She is an inspiring figure in Australia’s wine industry and a proud ambassador for Yalumba’s own brand of progressive winemaking. She is the custodian of both Yalumba traditions and innovation at the winery.

This interview is filled with an array of topics from award winning Virgilius Viognier, Grenache and the ever mouth-wateringly delicious Pewsey Vale Riesling to sustainability initiatives and travelling through Spain.

Be sure to visit Yalumba's website for more information at www.yalumba.com and join their amazing wine club.

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In this episode Ross Anderson & Andrew Caillard MW interview Tinashe Nyamudoka, owner of the wine brand Kumusha and super star of the movie Blind Ambition together with his partner in the Kumusha brand, winemaker Attie Louw from Opstal winery in Wellington, South Africa.

This is the biggest interview done to date, both in terms of the number of people involved and due to the sheer level of interest in the movie Blind Ambition. The movie is a true story of four Zimbabwean refugees who were forced to flee their home country in search of a better life who become Africa's best and most unlikely sommeliers and compete in the World Wine Blind Tasting Championships - the Olympics of the wine world.

The interview also focusses on the amazing wines being made under the partnership between Tinashe & Attie - Kumusha Wines, soon to be available in Australia.

As you can well imaging, this was a fun filled interview. Be sure to watch the movie as soon as you can, and check out the Kumusha wines at www.kumushabrands.com

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In this episode Ross Anderson interviews the delightful Judy Kelly, Owner & General Manager of Artwine in the stunning Adelaide Hills of South Australia. If Artwines philosophy could be summarised in a sentence, it would be, "A tale of good taste and the search for emerging varieties."                  

Driven by a deep love for Art, and a dedicated focus on Mediterranean style wines, Artwine  was born of Glen and Judy’s passion for both of them. There is unwavering belief at Artwine that ‘old world’ wine varieties including Arneis, Albarino, Fiano, Montepulciano, Gruner Veltliner, Graciano and Gamay are the ‘emerging’ future of wine in Australia.

If the Artwines track record is anything to go by, then they are without a doubt onto something big, picking up 3 x trophies, 6 Golds, 26 Silvers and 48 Bronze medals in 2021 alone.

Be sure to visit Artwine online at www.artwine.com.au and join their amazing wine club.

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In this episode Ross Anderson interviews Philip Shaw, an icon of the Australian wine industry, on his new project, Hoosegg Wines based out in the Orange Wine Region of New South Wales, Australia. Philip was a key part of the global rise of the Rosemount Brand, something he is very proud of, and quite rightly so.

Amongst other topics, our chat with Philip includes discussing Hoosegg Jade Moon Cabernet Franc's success at the 2021 Global Fine Wine Challenge where the wine represented Australia's top 120 wines and competed against the best wines of the New World.

Philip continues to champion Orange, tirelessly promoting the region, its food and wine scene and lifestyle. Hoosegg is fast becoming proof of the regions fine wine producing pedigree.

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In this episode Ross Anderson interviews Anna Flowerday, a native Australian making her mark in Marlborough, New Zealand alongside husband Jason at Te Whare Ra wines. 

Amongst other topics, our chat with Anna touches on her ongoing allegiance to the Wallabies Rugby Team, how they discovered Te Whare Ra and acquired the property in 2003, their winemaking principles and a discussion on Te Whare Ra Single Vineyard Gewurztraminer 2020's medal success at the 2021 Global Fine Wine Challenge where the wine represented New Zealand's top 120 wines and competed against the best wines of the New World.

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In this episode Ross Anderson interviews Mara & Paul Georgiadis & winemaker Jason Barrette, to discuss their PAULMARA project based in the heart of the Barossa Valley. With a long association for all three to the iconic Penfolds Brand, it is clear that this has paved the way for PAULMARA's success. Both Paul and Jason we heavily involved in the Penfolds fabric, with Jason making some of the iconic Penfolds Private Bin wines. 

Amongst other topics, our chat with the team includes a discussion on Mara's Napa Valley heritage, Greece,  their love of the Barossa, alternate varieties as well as discussing PAULMARA Nero d'Avola 2020 success at the 2021 ANZ Boutique Wine Show - taking out Trophy Honours in the Italian Red Varieties class.

A fun interview indeed - hope you enjoy! Be sure to look these guys up next time you are in the Barossa.

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In this episode Ross Anderson interviews Marty Clubb, owner and winemaker for L'Ecole No.41 Winery based in Walla Walla, Washington State. L'Ecole have been a force to be reckoned with since America joined the Global Fine Wine Challenge back in 2013, and constantly perform at the highest level, taking out trophy honours in 2016 in the Bordeaux Blends class.

Amongst other topics, the chat with Marty includes a reflection of 30+ vintages at L'Ecole, Walla Walla and Washington States perfect climate for growing premium grapes, a laser like focus on producing world class Bordeaux Blends and his love of Peter White and soft jazz. We also touch on L'Ecole No. 41 Ferguson Vineyard Bordeaux Blend 2018's Double Gold success at the 2021 Global Fine Wine Challenge.

Hope you enjoy this informative and entertaining chat with one of the worlds leading producers of top flight red blends!

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In this episode Ross Anderson interviews Simon Cox, owner of Coxs' vineyard in Gibbston, New Zealand. A relatively unknown quantity and first time representative for the New Zealand entries at the 2021 Global Fine Wine Challenge, its fair to say that Coxs' vineyard Pinot Noir has left a mark on all that tasted this phenomenal wine.

Amongst other topics, the chat with Simon touches on his accidental entry into the wine game, excitement around the 1st Chardonnay being made, crowdsourcing viticultural decisions on the property, the building of a 7 tiered amphitheatre on site and his musical aspirations. We also discuss the Trophy winning Coxs' Vineyard Pinot Noir 2018 which took on the worlds best and prevailed at the 2021 Global Fine Wine Challenge.

If you can get your hands on this wine - don't hesitate!

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