In this episode of the Cabernet Queens Podcast, hosts Matt Morgan, a travel expert, and Deb Lee, a mortgage advisor and wine enthusiast, dive into the world of red wine while sharing their lively travel tales. They blind taste a mystery bottle of wine and discuss everything from their favourite wines to memorable travel experiences. Whether it's exploring the best of South America or sipping wines from around the world, Matt and Deb bring a fun and relatable spin to their wine and travel stories.

This episode is packed with fun wine tasting, travel anecdotes, and plenty of laughs. It’s a must-listen for anyone who enjoys wine and exploring the world!

Key Takeaways

Blind Wine Tasting: Matt and Deb taste a mystery bottle of red wine, guessing the type, origin, and price, all while sharing their unfiltered thoughts on the wine.

Travel and Wine: Travel is a major theme, with stories from trips to places like Nashville and Cambodia, showcasing how travel enhances the wine experience.

Wine Opinions, No Snobbery: The podcast is all about enjoying wine without pretensions—Matt and Deb’s approach is fun, honest, and relatable.

Friendly Competition: There’s a bit of fun rivalry as they make predictions about the wine's origins and price, adding a playful twist to the tasting.

Best Moments

“We’re not wine experts, but we know what we like—and we’ll tell you if it’s worth a buy.”

“If this is a £3.49 bottle from ALDI, I’m buying three cases—this wine tastes expensive!”

“I guessed it was a Malbec, but it turned out to be a Spanish Grenache—never saw that coming!”

“Travel enhances your wine experience—there's nothing like enjoying wine in the place where it was made.”

About the Hosts

Matt Morgan is a passionate travel specialist committed to turning your dream holidays into reality. Offering expert, impartial advice and 24/7 support, Matt ensures every step of your journey is stress-free. From crafting itineraries across all continents to arranging weddings, honeymoons, cruises, and city breaks, he handles every detail, including visas and check-ins. With strong industry relationships and ATOL protection, Matt delivers personalised, worry-free travel experiences tailored to your needs.

Find out more: https://luxurytravelexperts.co.uk/

Deb Lee is the owner of Aldridge Mortgage & Protection, a family-run business focused on helping clients achieve their property goals. From first-time buyers to seasoned investors, Deb offers tailored advice on purchasing, refinancing, and borrowing. Based in the West Midlands but serving clients nationwide, she provides flexible support through remote or face-to-face consultations. With a client-first approach and a passion for making the mortgage process simple and stress-free, Deb ensures her clients' property dreams become reality.

Find out more: https://aldridgemp.co.uk/

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In Episode 1 of the Cabernet Queens Podcast, hosts Matt Morgan, a travel enthusiast, and Deb Lee, a mortgage advisor who are both wine lovers, introduce their new podcast blending wine tasting, travel stories, and life anecdotes. Each episode features a mystery wine, lively conversation, and unfiltered opinions.

Key Takeaways

Wine Tasting for All: Matt and Deb approach wine with humor and relatability, sharing honest reviews from a consumer perspective without wine connoisseur pretensions.

Travel Highlights: Stories from wine tastings in South Africa and New Zealand showcase how wine and travel create memorable experiences.

Friendship: The podcast celebrates their shared humour, self-employment challenges, and mutual love for travel and wine, creating an inviting, relatable atmosphere.

Key Moments

“This podcast is about enjoying wine without the snobbery—just honest, everyday opinions.”

“Wine regions like Stellenbosch and New Zealand’s vineyards pair great wine with unforgettable adventures.”

“We’re not wine experts, but we know what we like—and we’ll tell you if it’s worth a buy.”

About the Hosts

Matt Morgan is a passionate travel specialist committed to turning your dream holidays into reality. Offering expert, impartial advice and 24/7 support, Matt ensures every step of your journey is stress-free. From crafting itineraries across all continents to arranging weddings, honeymoons, cruises, and city breaks, he handles every detail, including visas and check-ins. With strong industry relationships and ATOL protection, Matt delivers personalised, worry-free travel experiences tailored to your needs.

Find out more: https://luxurytravelexperts.co.uk/

Deb Lee is the owner of Aldridge Mortgage & Protection, a family-run business focused on helping clients achieve their property goals. From first-time buyers to seasoned investors, Deb offers tailored advice on purchasing, refinancing, and borrowing. Based in the West Midlands but serving clients nationwide, she provides flexible support through remote or face-to-face consultations. With a client-first approach and a passion for making the mortgage process simple and stress-free, Deb ensures her clients' property dreams become reality.

Find out more: https://aldridgemp.co.uk/

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Grab a glass and settle in for Cabernet Queens, the podcast where wine, travel, and friendship blend seamlessly.

Hosted by Deb Lee, a mortgage and protection advisor with Aldridge Mortgages & Protection, and Matt Morgan, a travel expert with Travel Counsellors, this show brings you a mix of mystery wine tasting and entertaining stories.

Every episode features a mystery bottle of wine. Deb and Matt take turns guessing the wine’s origin, type, and price, sparking lively conversations and fun anecdotes along the way.

If you love wine, enjoy travel stories, or simply want to feel like you're hanging out with friends, this podcast is for you. Whether you’re sipping a glass of your favourite wine or dreaming of your next getaway, Cabernet Queens is the perfect mix of entertainment and relaxation.

About the Hosts

Matt Morgan is a passionate travel specialist committed to turning your dream holidays into reality. Offering expert, impartial advice and 24/7 support, Matt ensures every step of your journey is stress-free. From crafting itineraries across all continents to arranging weddings, honeymoons, cruises, and city breaks, he handles every detail, including visas and check-ins. With strong industry relationships and ATOL protection, Matt delivers personalised, worry-free travel experiences tailored to your needs.

Find out more: https://luxurytravelexperts.co.uk/

Deb Lee is the owner of Aldridge Mortgage & Protection, a family-run business focused on helping clients achieve their property goals. From first-time buyers to seasoned investors, Deb offers tailored advice on purchasing, refinancing, and borrowing. Based in the West Midlands but serving clients nationwide, she provides flexible support through remote or face-to-face consultations. With a client-first approach and a passion for making the mortgage process simple and stress-free, Deb ensures her clients' property dreams become reality.

Find out more: https://aldridgemp.co.uk/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.