Listen "Mount Edward Wines: Innovation & Unfiltered Wine Wisdom"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textStep into the bold and innovative world of Mount Edward Wines in Central Otago with co-owner and winemaker Duncan Forsyth. In this episode, Jason and Trent go beyond traditional wine talk and explore what truly makes a wine unforgettable—stories, mistakes, memories, and a little rule-breaking.From iconic Pinot Noir to experimental Chenin Blanc, Vermouth, and a Prosecco-style Riesling, discover how Mount Edward is pushing the boundaries of modern winemaking. Duncan opens up about his winemaking journey, the role of people and place in wine, and why embracing imperfection can lead to the best sips of your life.Find out how a wine mistake led to a cult favorite, why bag-in-box wine deserves a second chance, and what’s next for this Central Otago favorite. Whether you're a seasoned wine lover or just wine-curious, this episode is packed with flavor, laughs, and a whole lot of insight.Watch until the end for thoughts on natural wine trends, the magic of wine kegs, and geeky fortified wine experiments.Browse and shop Mount Edward wines at https://mountedward.comSubscribe to @TheWinedUp and let us know your favourite Mount Edward wine in the comments! 👇Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Wine Philosophy00:37 Meet the Winemaker: Duncan Forsythe01:26 Icebreaker Questions with Duncan01:34 Memorable Wine Moments04:00 Exploring Wine Varieties and Pairings06:51 Lessons Learned in Winemaking19:12 Innovative Wine Delivery Methods37:43 The Changing Wine Market38:17 Introducing Vermouth38:31 Packaging and Presentation38:51 Versatility of Vermouth42:17 Experimenting with Wine Kegs45:27 The Rise of Natural Wines46:58 Challenges and Innovations in Winemaking57:06 Creating Unique Wine Experiences01:05:47 Final Thoughts and Reflections#MountEdward #DuncanForsyth #centralotago #newzealand #WineInspo #NZWine #WineShorts #WinePodcast #WinedUp #TheWinedUpPodcast #WineTok #WineMoments #wine #winetasting #winelover #centralotago #newzealandwine #naturalwine #vermouth #winemaking #winepodcast #mountedward #pinotnoir #winejourney #unfilteredwine #wineinnovation #winestory #baginboxwine #winetalk #proseccostyle #cheninblanc #petnatThe Folium Diary Wants You! (to listen and have fun ;-)101 Nights of Storytelling! (Scheherazade on a budget). A show that will change the whirl.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow Us on YouTube (@TheWinedUp), Instagram (The.Wined.Up), Tik Tok (@TheWinedUp), Spotify (The Wined Up), Amazon Music ( TheWinedUp), and Apple Podcasts (The Wined Up). Visit our website https://www.thewinedup.com.au or email us at [email protected]. Drink More, Try More, Learn More.
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