In this bubbly conversation, Angus O'Loughlin and Master Sommelier Carlos Santos delve into the world of champagne, discussing the rise of champagne content on social media and reveal Carlos' Top Five favourite champagne houses while exploring the unique characteristics of each.

The episode highlights the differences between various champagne styles and producers culminating in a passionate discussion about why **** stands out as the ultimate champagne experience.

We want to know WHATS YOUR FAV CHAMPAGNE!

Comment on our YouTube video 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZkD1VjXTKBk



Watch our episode with Olivier Krug

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRQ7TpwQep8

What champagne glass does a Master Sommelier think is best? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-PVLTzA4jQ



🔖 champagne, wine, sommelier, top champagne houses, champagne tasting

Key Takeaways:
Carlos shares his top five favourite champagne houses.
Agrapart is known for its clean and fresh style.
Egly-Ouriet offers a richer, more powerful champagne.
Krug is a famous champagne house with a unique wine.
Salon is produced only in exceptional years.
Salon is known for its finesse and minerality.
The price of Salon reflects its rarity and quality.



Chapters

00:00 - How we had 8 million views on our Champagne content

02:32 - #5

05:12 - #4

10:27 - #3 🥉

14:08 - #2 🥈

18:04 - #1 🏆

In this bubbly conversation, Angus O'Loughlin and Master Sommelier Carlos Santos delve into the world of champagne, discussing the rise of champagne content on social media and reveal Carlos' Top Five favourite champagne houses while exploring the unique characteristics of each.
The episode highlights the differences between various champagne styles and producers culminating in a passionate discussion about why **** stands out as the ultimate champagne experience.
We want to know WHATS YOUR FAV CHAMPAGNE!
Comment on our YouTube video 
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZkD1VjXTKBk">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZkD1VjXTKBk</a>
 
Watch our episode with Olivier Krug
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRQ7TpwQep8">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRQ7TpwQep8</a>
What champagne glass does a Master Sommelier think is best? <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-PVLTzA4jQ">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-PVLTzA4jQ</a>
 
🔖 champagne, wine, sommelier, top champagne houses, champagne tasting
Key Takeaways:
<ul>
<li>Carlos shares his top five favourite champagne houses.</li>
<li>Agrapart is known for its clean and fresh style.</li>
<li>Egly-Ouriet offers a richer, more powerful champagne.</li>
<li>Krug is a famous champagne house with a unique wine.</li>
<li>Salon is produced only in exceptional years.</li>
<li>Salon is known for its finesse and minerality.</li>
<li>The price of Salon reflects its rarity and quality.</li>
</ul>
 
Chapters
00:00 - How we had 8 million views on our Champagne content
02:32 - #5
05:12 - #4
10:27 - #3 🥉
14:08 - #2 🥈
18:04 - #1 🏆

'Got Somme' is a podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in their glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age.

We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over. 

Fully accessible for people who are deaf or hard of hearing with each episode filmed and posted online with captions at Got Somme

Cheers 🍇 

'Got Somme' is a podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in their glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age.
We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over. 
Fully accessible for people who are deaf or hard of hearing with each episode filmed and posted online with captions at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/gotsomme/">Got Somme</a>
Cheers 🍇

Wine Podcasts for enthusiasts hosted by a Master Sommelier 🍷

Got Somme : Master Sommelier's Wine Podcast

Got Somme is a podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age.

We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. 

Carlos will aim to teach a novice wine enthusiast Angus how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over.

Fully accessible for people who are hard of hearing or deaf with each episode being filmed and posted on Instagram @GotSomme and YouTube with captions.

Got Somme is a podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age.
We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. 
Carlos will aim to teach a novice wine enthusiast Angus how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over.
Fully accessible for people who are hard of hearing or deaf with each episode being filmed and posted on Instagram @GotSomme and YouTube with captions.

Got Somme: Master Sommelier's Wine Podcast

Master Sommeliers TOP 5 Champagnes 🍾🥂

Owner Lindsay McCall and Head Wine Maker Jamie McCall of Paringa Estate take us on a deep dive into the legacy and craftsmanship behind one of the Mornington Peninsula's premier wineries. With a rich family history, Paringa Estate has become known for producing exceptional Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, drawing on time-honored techniques and innovative practices to create wines that stand out.

With the release of the LJM Pinot Noir, Lindsay and Jamie share what this bottle means to them and how it symbolises a generational bond, merging father and son’s passion and expertise in a wine that represents both heritage and future ambition for Paringa Estate. 

Sharing their journey of vineyard management, highlighting methods that contribute to their celebrated wines’ complex flavor profiles. 

The conversation also addresses the impact of wine packaging choices on consumer perception, the importance of aging for wine quality, and the careful balance of tradition and innovation that defines their work.

Wine: https://paringaestate.com.au/

 Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

 Watch this episode on our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnHM5Of9CME

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by www.sessioninprogress.com.au



Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Paringa Estate
02:50 The Journey of Winemaking: From Dreams to Reality
06:13 Exploring Chardonnay: Techniques and Tasting Notes
09:04 The Evolution of Pinot Noir: A Family Tradition
11:54 The Impact of Packaging: Cork vs. Screw Cap
15:11 The Importance of Back Vintages and Wine Aging
18:06 The New Release: LJM Pinot Noir and Its Significance
20:58 Reflections on Family Legacy and Future Aspirations

Owner Lindsay McCall and Head Wine Maker Jamie McCall of Paringa Estate take us on a deep dive into the legacy and craftsmanship behind one of the Mornington Peninsula's premier wineries. With a rich family history, Paringa Estate has become known for producing exceptional Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, drawing on time-honored techniques and innovative practices to create wines that stand out.
With the release of the LJM Pinot Noir, Lindsay and Jamie share what this bottle means to them and how it symbolises a generational bond, merging father and son’s passion and expertise in a wine that represents both heritage and future ambition for Paringa Estate. 
Sharing their journey of vineyard management, highlighting methods that contribute to their celebrated wines’ complex flavor profiles. 
The conversation also addresses the impact of wine packaging choices on consumer perception, the importance of aging for wine quality, and the careful balance of tradition and innovation that defines their work.
Wine: <a href="https://paringaestate.com.au/">https://paringaestate.com.au/</a>
 Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme <a href="https://www.grays.com/search/wine">https://www.grays.com/search/wine</a>
 Watch this episode on our YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnHM5Of9CME">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnHM5Of9CME</a>
Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by <a href="https://www.sessioninprogress.com.au">www.sessioninprogress.com.au</a>
 
Chapters
<ul>
<li>00:00 Introduction to Paringa Estate</li>
<li>02:50 The Journey of Winemaking: From Dreams to Reality</li>
<li>06:13 Exploring Chardonnay: Techniques and Tasting Notes</li>
<li>09:04 The Evolution of Pinot Noir: A Family Tradition</li>
<li>11:54 The Impact of Packaging: Cork vs. Screw Cap</li>
<li>15:11 The Importance of Back Vintages and Wine Aging</li>
<li>18:06 The New Release: LJM Pinot Noir and Its Significance</li>
<li>20:58 Reflections on Family Legacy and Future Aspirations </li>
</ul>

Peninsulas first $.... wine and we get a FIRST taste!

Master Sommelier Carlos Santos and Angus O’Loughlin celebrate the 2025 Wine of the Year—a beautifully crafted Chardonnay from Oakridge. Together, they unravel the layers of this award-winning wine, exploring its unique aroma, complex flavours, and the best advice when it comes to this wines exceptional aging potential.

They also reveal ideal drinking windows, perfect food pairings, and the masterful craftsmanship that makes this Chardonnay worthy of a wait list.

Wine: https://oakridgewines.com.au/wine/864-funder-diamond-drive-block-chardonnay-2022/

Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Watch this full episode on YouTube with in depth Visuals from the Oakridge Winery and the Wine itself: https://youtu.be/XB8prwUzXfk

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by www.sessioninprogress.com.au

🔖 wine, Oak Ridge, Chardonnay, tasting notes, sommelier, wine pairing, wine integration, blind tasting, wine awards, wine review

Key takeaways:
The Halliday 2025 Wine of the Year is a Chardonnay from Oak Ridge.
Master Sommelier Carlos Santos provides a detailed assessment of the wine.
The wine has a lovely fresh acidity and long finish.
Integration in winemaking is crucial for flavour balance.
Oak influence should enhance, not overpower, the wine.
This Chardonnay has potential for aging up to 10 years.
Food pairings include white meat and seafood, especially lobster.
The winemaking process in Australia allows for more freedom compared to Europe.
The episode emphasises the importance of personal preference in wine tasting.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Halliday 2025 Wine of the Year
01:21 Master Sommelier's Assessment of the Win
05:05 Blind Tasting and Comparison with Other Wines
08:46 Understanding Wine Integration and Oak Influence
10:43 Optimal Drinking Time and Food Pairings

Master Sommelier Carlos Santos and Angus O’Loughlin celebrate the 2025 Wine of the Year—a beautifully crafted Chardonnay from Oakridge. Together, they unravel the layers of this award-winning wine, exploring its unique aroma, complex flavours, and the best advice when it comes to this wines exceptional aging potential.
They also reveal ideal drinking windows, perfect food pairings, and the masterful craftsmanship that makes this Chardonnay worthy of a wait list.
Wine: <a href="https://oakridgewines.com.au/wine/864-funder-diamond-drive-block-chardonnay-2022/">https://oakridgewines.com.au/wine/864-funder-diamond-drive-block-chardonnay-2022/</a>
Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme <a href="https://www.grays.com/search/wine">https://www.grays.com/search/wine</a>
Watch this full episode on YouTube with in depth Visuals from the Oakridge Winery and the Wine itself: <a href="https://youtu.be/XB8prwUzXfk">https://youtu.be/XB8prwUzXfk</a>
Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by <a href="http://www.sessioninprogress.com.au">www.sessioninprogress.com.au</a>
🔖 wine, Oak Ridge, Chardonnay, tasting notes, sommelier, wine pairing, wine integration, blind tasting, wine awards, wine review
Key takeaways:
<ul>
<li>The Halliday 2025 Wine of the Year is a Chardonnay from Oak Ridge.</li>
<li>Master Sommelier Carlos Santos provides a detailed assessment of the wine.</li>
<li>The wine has a lovely fresh acidity and long finish.</li>
<li>Integration in winemaking is crucial for flavour balance.</li>
<li>Oak influence should enhance, not overpower, the wine.</li>
<li>This Chardonnay has potential for aging up to 10 years.</li>
<li>Food pairings include white meat and seafood, especially lobster.</li>
<li>The winemaking process in Australia allows for more freedom compared to Europe.</li>
<li>The episode emphasises the importance of personal preference in wine tasting.</li>
</ul>
Chapters
<ul>
<li>00:00 Introduction to the Halliday 2025 Wine of the Year</li>
<li>01:21 Master Sommelier's Assessment of the Win</li>
<li>05:05 Blind Tasting and Comparison with Other Wines</li>
<li>08:46 Understanding Wine Integration and Oak Influence</li>
<li>10:43 Optimal Drinking Time and Food Pairings</li>
</ul>

The BEST wine in Australia (2025 Halliday Wine of the Year)

In this conversation, Paul Gordon from Leconfield Wines discusses the unique characteristics of Coonawarra, a renowned wine region in Australia, particularly known for its Cabernet Sauvignon. He explains the significance of the terroir, including the famous Terra Rossa soils, and the influence of climate on grape maturation. The discussion also covers the history of Leconfield Wines, the legacy of Sydney Hamilton, and the appeal of visiting Coonawarra for wine enthusiasts.

🔖Coonawarra, Cabernet Sauvignon, Lickenfield Wines, wine regions, terroir, Australian wine, wine tasting, wine tourism, Cabernet Franc, wine heritages

Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme https://www.grays.com/search/wine

Watch this episode with helpful SA maps and Terra Rossa imagery: https://youtu.be/BZIkFxoi36U

Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by www.sessioninprogress.com.au

Key Takeaways: 
Coonawarra is renowned for its Cabernet Sauvignon.
The region has a long history of wine production.
Eucalyptus notes are a unique characteristic of Coonawarra wines.
Cabernet Franc is an innovative choice for Lickenfield.
Terra Rossa soils contribute to the minerality of wines.
Sydney Hamilton aimed to create exceptional Australian red wine.
Leconfield's flagship wine is aged in fine French oak.
Coonawarra offers a variety of accommodations for visitors.
Piper's restaurant is a must-visit in Coonawarra.
Wineries in Coonawarra are easily accessible for tourists.

Chapters

00:00 - Exploring Coonawarra's Cabernet Heritage

03:14 - The Unique Terroir of Coonawarra

06:00 - Leconfield Wines: A Legacy of Quality

08:52 - Visiting Coonawarra: A Wine Lover's Paradise

In this conversation, Paul Gordon from Leconfield Wines discusses the unique characteristics of Coonawarra, a renowned wine region in Australia, particularly known for its Cabernet Sauvignon. He explains the significance of the terroir, including the famous Terra Rossa soils, and the influence of climate on grape maturation. The discussion also covers the history of Leconfield Wines, the legacy of Sydney Hamilton, and the appeal of visiting Coonawarra for wine enthusiasts.
🔖Coonawarra, Cabernet Sauvignon, Lickenfield Wines, wine regions, terroir, Australian wine, wine tasting, wine tourism, Cabernet Franc, wine heritages
Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours. The Sponsor of Got Somme <a href="https://www.grays.com/search/wine">https://www.grays.com/search/wine</a>
Watch this episode with helpful SA maps and Terra Rossa imagery: <a href="https://youtu.be/BZIkFxoi36U">https://youtu.be/BZIkFxoi36U</a>
Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by <a href="http://www.sessioninprogress.com.au">www.sessioninprogress.com.au</a>
Key Takeaways: 
<ul>
<li>Coonawarra is renowned for its Cabernet Sauvignon.</li>
<li>The region has a long history of wine production.</li>
<li>Eucalyptus notes are a unique characteristic of Coonawarra wines.</li>
<li>Cabernet Franc is an innovative choice for Lickenfield.</li>
<li>Terra Rossa soils contribute to the minerality of wines.</li>
<li>Sydney Hamilton aimed to create exceptional Australian red wine.</li>
<li>Leconfield's flagship wine is aged in fine French oak.</li>
<li>Coonawarra offers a variety of accommodations for visitors.</li>
<li>Piper's restaurant is a must-visit in Coonawarra.</li>
<li>Wineries in Coonawarra are easily accessible for tourists.</li>
</ul>
Chapters
00:00 - Exploring Coonawarra's Cabernet Heritage
03:14 - The Unique Terroir of Coonawarra
06:00 - Leconfield Wines: A Legacy of Quality
08:52 - Visiting Coonawarra: A Wine Lover's Paradise

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