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 🍾🥂

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

“The best region in Australia if not the world” - Coonawarra Cabernet

In this conversation, winemaker Liam McElhinney shares insights into the world of Tasmanian wine, particularly focusing on Lowestoft vineyard. He discusses the history of winemaking in Tasmania, the unique characteristics of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, and the philosophy behind his winemaking techniques.

The conversation also touches on the challenges of vineyard management, the importance of terroir, and the joy of sharing exceptional wines with the team during harvest. 

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

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

Key Info:
Tasmania has a rich history of winemaking dating back to the 1800s.
Chardonnay from Tasmania is known for its balance of fruit and acidity.
The Woodlands Pinot Noir showcases the unique terroir of the Coal River Valley.
Different winemaking techniques often yield similar results when using the same fruit.
The challenges of grape growing in Tasmania include weather and labour shortages.

🔖Tasmania, winemaking, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, wine awards, vineyard management, wine tasting, wine philosophy, wine collection

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Lowestoft and Tasmania's Wine Scene

02:49 The Journey of Winemaking in Tasmania

05:46 Exploring Chardonnay: Techniques and Philosophy

09:06 The Unique Characteristics of Pinot Noir

12:00 The Art of Blending and Vineyard Management

14:59 Reflections on Wine Collecting and Sharing

In this conversation, winemaker Liam McElhinney shares insights into the world of Tasmanian wine, particularly focusing on Lowestoft vineyard. He discusses the history of winemaking in Tasmania, the unique characteristics of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, and the philosophy behind his winemaking techniques.
The conversation also touches on the challenges of vineyard management, the importance of terroir, and the joy of sharing exceptional wines with the team during harvest. 
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>
Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by <a href="http://www.sessioninprogress.com.au">www.sessioninprogress.com.au</a>
Key Info:
<ul>
<li>Tasmania has a rich history of winemaking dating back to the 1800s.</li>
<li>Chardonnay from Tasmania is known for its balance of fruit and acidity.</li>
<li>The Woodlands Pinot Noir showcases the unique terroir of the Coal River Valley.</li>
<li>Different winemaking techniques often yield similar results when using the same fruit.</li>
<li>The challenges of grape growing in Tasmania include weather and labour shortages.</li>
</ul>
🔖Tasmania, winemaking, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, wine awards, vineyard management, wine tasting, wine philosophy, wine collection
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Lowestoft and Tasmania's Wine Scene
02:49 The Journey of Winemaking in Tasmania
05:46 Exploring Chardonnay: Techniques and Philosophy
09:06 The Unique Characteristics of Pinot Noir
12:00 The Art of Blending and Vineyard Management
14:59 Reflections on Wine Collecting and Sharing

Vines from 1800s! 🍇

You WON'T believe what we paid for this bottle!

Master Sommelier Carlos Santos discusses Bordeaux wines, specifically the first five growth wines, while tasting a bottle of 1988 La Mission Haut-Brion and talking about its history and classification.

They also touch on the concept of super second growth wines and second wines of famous Château's. Do we dare compare Bordeaux wines to Australian wines? Discuss the importance of their individual terroir. Plus they reveal the pricing of the 1989 La Mission Haut-Brion and the great deal they got at auction.

🔖 Bordeaux wines, first growth, super second growth, second wines, terroir, pricing

Takeaways
First growth wines in Bordeaux are highly prestigious and include five top Château's.
Super second growth wines are highly regarded and often outperform some first growths.
Second wines of a chateau are made from lesser quality grapes and are more affordable.
Terroir plays a significant role in the quality and characteristics of Bordeaux wines. 
Auction can be a great way to find good deals on expensive wines.

Sound Bites

"We are drinking Bordeaux wines, baby."

"What are the first five growths?"

"Definitely gone into the tertiary flavours, but still a little bit of fruit hanging on in there."

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

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

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Tasting 1988 La Mission Haut-Brion 

02:10 - Exploring Bordeaux's First Growth Wines

05:12 - Tasting Notes and the Use of the Term 'First Growth'

10:21 - The Significance of Terroir in Bordeaux Wines

13:36 - Understanding Second Wines of a Chateau

15:31 - Finding Great Deals on Bordeaux Wines at Auction



Connect With Us: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for unheard moments, wine reviews, behind the scenes of the Podcast and much more  https://www.instagram.com/gotsomme/

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Join our 11,000+ sub community on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@GotSomme

to engage with fellow wine enthusiasts.

You WON'T believe what we paid for this bottle!
Master Sommelier Carlos Santos discusses Bordeaux wines, specifically the first five growth wines, while tasting a bottle of 1988 La Mission Haut-Brion and talking about its history and classification.
They also touch on the concept of super second growth wines and second wines of famous Château's. Do we dare compare Bordeaux wines to Australian wines? Discuss the importance of their individual terroir. Plus they reveal the pricing of the 1989 La Mission Haut-Brion and the great deal they got at auction.
🔖 Bordeaux wines, first growth, super second growth, second wines, terroir, pricing
Takeaways
<ul>
<li>First growth wines in Bordeaux are highly prestigious and include five top Château's.</li>
<li>Super second growth wines are highly regarded and often outperform some first growths.</li>
<li>Second wines of a chateau are made from lesser quality grapes and are more affordable.</li>
<li>Terroir plays a significant role in the quality and characteristics of Bordeaux wines. </li>
<li>Auction can be a great way to find good deals on expensive wines.</li>
</ul>
Sound Bites
"We are drinking Bordeaux wines, baby."
"What are the first five growths?"
"Definitely gone into the tertiary flavours, but still a little bit of fruit hanging on in there."
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>
Podcast and YouTube created, produced and edited by <a href="http://www.sessioninprogress.com.au">www.sessioninprogress.com.au</a>
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Tasting 1988 La Mission Haut-Brion 
02:10 - Exploring Bordeaux's First Growth Wines
05:12 - Tasting Notes and the Use of the Term 'First Growth'
10:21 - The Significance of Terroir in Bordeaux Wines
13:36 - Understanding Second Wines of a Chateau
15:31 - Finding Great Deals on Bordeaux Wines at Auction
 
Connect With Us: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for unheard moments, wine reviews, behind the scenes of the Podcast and much more  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/gotsomme/">https://www.instagram.com/gotsomme/</a>
<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@gotsommepodcast"> https://www.tiktok.com/@gotsommepodcast</a>
Join our 11,000+ sub community on YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@GotSomme">https://www.youtube.com/@GotSomme</a>
to engage with fellow wine enthusiasts.

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