Halliday Wine Companion 'By the Glass' EP 2: Erin Larkin, Halliday tasting team.

Independent wine writer, judge and Halliday wine taster Erin Larkin shares her tips on how to taste like a pro! From how to swirl, spit and describe your next glass of wine.

Erin also offers up interesting insight into life as a professional taster, from how many wines she tries in a day to how she breaks tradition and orders her tastings.

Any thoughts or suggestions for upcoming episodes? Please email us at bytheglass@hardiegrant.com and don't forget to follow Halliday Wine Companion over on instagram here.

Want to know what wine we were drinking?

2020, FRANKLAND ESTATE ISOLATION RIDGE RIESLING, FRANKLAND RIVER, WA.

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Hardie Grant acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the country on which we work, the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation and the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, and recognises their continuing connection to the land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

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Halliday Wine Companion 'By the Glass' EP 3: Holly Klintworth, Bass & Flinders.

Holly heads up her families distillery Bass & Flinders on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula. Founded in 2009 as a project, inspired by a passion for the traditional distilled fruit and grape based products of Europe, Holly and her family set out to add value to the local region by turning wine into spirit, showcasing varietals such as shiraz, pinot noir and chardonnay.

Originally they set out to produce a premium brandy – and while this was maturing in French oak they played around with other products using the same eau de vie as their base spirit. Today they produce a range of spirits, fruit and grape brandies and liqueurs.

In today's episode Holly sits down with Tom to chat about the benefits of grape-based spirits, as well as how to drink and pair gin at your next dinner party.

Any thoughts or suggestions for upcoming episodes? Please email us at bytheglass@hardiegrant.com and don't forget to follow Halliday Wine Companion over on instagram here.

Want to know what wine we were drinking?

HEARTBREAK, PINOT NOIR GIN, BASS & FLINDERS, VIC

Looking for a little more wine inspiration?

For more information on Australian wines and wineries, including tasting notes, head over to winecompanion.com.au.

Interested in becoming a Halliday Wine Companion member? Click here.

Hardie Grant acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the country on which we work, the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation and the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, and recognises their continuing connection to the land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

Support the show: https://www.winecompanion.com.au/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Halliday Wine Companion 'By the Glass' EP 1: Penny Vine, Cutler & Co.

So perhaps you’re new to wine or wanting to learn more about it...wherever you’re at, this first episode is all about laying a strong foundation. From how to store and serve your wine at home, to chatting with the sommelier at your favourite restaurant. Sommelier Penny Vine takes it back to basics.

For a bit of background, Penny runs the wine list at Melbourne institution Cutler and Co, a fabulous restaurant on Gertrude St in Fitzroy, Melbourne. She is approachable, relaxed and loves a drink! So who better to kick off off our new series with?!

Any thoughts or suggestions for upcoming episodes? Please email us at bytheglass@hardiegrant.com and don't forget to follow Halliday Wine Companion over on instagram here.

Want to know what wine we were drinking?

2018, BELINDA THOMSON SEA PARTY SAUV BLANC SEMILLON UNDER FLOR, HENTY, VIC

Looking for a little more wine inspiration?

For more information on Australian wines and wineries, including tasting notes, head over to winecompanion.com.au.

Interested in becoming a Halliday Wine Companion member? Click here.

Hardie Grant acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the country on which we work, the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation and the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, and recognises their continuing connection to the land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

Support the show: https://www.winecompanion.com.au/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.