Episodes

  • Tim Atkins 2024 SA Report hits our winelands | Tim Atkin

    Tim Atkins 2024 SA Report hits our winelands | Tim Atkin
    Sep 9 2024
    At 332 pages and more than 110,000 words, Tim Atkin's 2024 South Africa Special Report is by far his most comprehensive overview of the world’s seventh-largest producer.

    Join Carrie and Tim for a fun chat about it all! Get the Report here · Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts
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    44 mins
  • The Blacksmith Wines forge ahead | Tremayne Smith

    The Blacksmith Wines forge ahead | Tremayne Smith
    Aug 12 2024
    Blacksmithing originated during the Iron Age and the craft was considered an essential social support in every village and town across England. Some 2500 years later, Tremayne Smith's art and craft of winemaking provides the same social support to a Swartland-thirsty public. We had some fun catching up on these lovely wines! Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts
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    1 hr
  • Spiritually Guided | Michael Fridjhon

    Spiritually Guided | Michael Fridjhon
    Jul 12 2024
    Michael and I unpack the results of the Investec Throphy Spirits show. Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts
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    50 mins
  • Toasting barrels | Clive Hlabathi

    Toasting barrels | Clive Hlabathi
    Jul 3 2024
    6 years ago Clive started his wine PR/sales/distribution business in Gauteng. We track the trajectory of both his business and the boutique wineries who have travelled the road together with him Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • I wanna age like you age | Christo Le Riche

    I wanna age like you age | Christo Le Riche
    May 14 2024
    No botox and no collagen fillers in sight, and the 2001 Le Riche Reserve Cabernet looking and drinking like the bright, beautiful, clear, pretty thing it is!

    Christo and I chat about one of the country's premium wines - what a rock star! Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts
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    56 mins
  • Jeff Grier's Pithos | Jeff Grier

    Jeff Grier's Pithos | Jeff Grier
    May 10 2024
    Peeling the pith off to find a delightful Pithos beneath. Jeff Grier and I chat about the release of his beautiful 40th anniversary bubbly. Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts
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    35 mins
  • Harvest Horribilis produces grapes of hope | Emile Joubert

    Harvest Horribilis produces grapes of hope | Emile Joubert
    Mar 28 2024
    Emile and Carrie discuss their love for wine and their drinking habits. They also talk about managing wine cellars and the art and craft of alcohol. The conversation then shifts to the 2024 harvest and the effects of weather on the grapes. They discuss the lower yields and the impact on wine quality. The shortage of wine and the quality of the 2024 vintage are also explored. Finally, they discuss the importance of vineyards in wine quality and the role of cooperatives in the wine industry.

    They discuss various topics related to the wine industry, including the role of wine judges, the success of big producers, the support for cooperatives, the need for affordable wines, the decline of wine journalism, and the importance of traditional wine media. Carrie and Emile also explore the role of digital influencers in wine communication, the perception of expensive wines, and the challenges faced by small producers. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the future of wine journalism and the potential for a road trip to visit cooperative winemakers. Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts
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    46 mins
  • Lots of Angels and no Demons in this Brown cellar | Rob Brown

    Lots of Angels and no Demons in this Brown cellar | Rob Brown
    Feb 15 2024
    Rob Brown is a serial entrepreneur, raconteur, wine collector, dad, partner businessman, and loyal client. Join me as we embark upon a fascinating journey into the heart of his beautiful cellar. Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts
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    27 mins