Ep 196: From England to Yarra Valley: Wines & Experiences Worth Traveling For with Olly Smith (Part 2)

2024-11-04

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Join us for part two of our chat with the brilliant Olly Smith! You may know him from Saturday Kitchen or the Three Wine Men shows, where he’s won over audiences with his passion for wine and engaging storytelling. In this episode, Olly shares his insights on English wine’s rise to fame, the distinct flavors of Tokaji, and why Australia’s Yarra Valley is a must-visit for wine lovers. Plus, he takes us behind the scenes of working alongside chef José Pizarro on the P&O Food Heroes holidays. Grab a glass and tune in for more wine tales ...

And a special thanks to Coravin, our sponsor for this episode, for giving wine enthusiasts the chance to explore wines one glass at a time without uncorking the entire bottle. Tune in for an inspiring chat, and don't forget to pour yourself something special!

If you want to skip ahead:

03.08: Ollie shares some wine experiences from Tokaj and tasting raw Tokaji in the vineyards

07.58: Hot air ballooning in the Yarra Valley and understanding the region from above

09.53: De Bortoli Botrytis Semillon dessert wine (the benchmark of Australian ‘Botrytis’ dessert winemaking)

10.46: The Mac Forbes wines

11.28: Supporting charities through Celbrity game shows

13.47: Wine Society’s commitment: Sustainability focus

15.28: 150 years of the Wine Society: Celebrating heritage wines

17.15: Importance of sustainability in wine purchasing

20.19: Risks and rewards of growing wine grapes in England

23.05: Describing English Chardonnay vs. Chablis

26.25: Olly’s "Jazz Rolodex" for unexpected wine finds