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Unreserved Wine Talk

Natalie MacLean
Wine
Wine Pairing
Languedoc
Bordeaux
Rioja
Wine Tourism
Terroir
Wine Tasting
Climate Change
Rosé Wine
Women In Wine
Champagne
English Wine
Wine Writing
Sherry
Swiss Vineyards
Chasselas
Wine Families
Chardonnay
Jura

The Unreserved Wine Talk podcast features candid conversations with the most fascinating people in the wine world. Your host, award-winning journalist Natalie MacLean, dives into how it feels to compete in the nerve-wracking World's Best Sommelier Competition, the shadowy underground of wine forgery, the zany tactics of a winemaker who hosted a funeral for cork, and more. Nestled in these colourfu... more

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How can a bottle of wine become the invitation, slow down the moment, and create space for real conversation? Why does the wine industry need to look beyond wine itself to win back consumers? How can wine become more relevant to younger consumers?

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How can two rums taste completely different even though they're both made from sugar cane? What makes Jamaican rum so famously funky, and what does a dunder pit have to do with it? How does the type of ice you use change the strength, temperature, an... more

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How does smoking whisky grains with elephant dung translate into flavours like raspberry and sandalwood? What does the saying "you can't turn a donkey into a racehorse" reveal about making great whisky? How are modern whisky makers using blending to ... more

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Is smelling or nosing whisky different from smelling a glass of wine? How did a 1960s marketing campaign convince generations of whisky drinkers that single malt was better than blended whisky? What is it like to step inside a working whisky kiln and... more

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Recent Guests

Kara Newman
Author and spirits reviewer
Wine Enthusiast magazine
Episode: 409: How can two rums taste completely different even though they're both made from sugar cane? Kara Newman reveals the secret
Kristiane Westray
Whisky communicator and author
Bloomsbury (Savour) / The Spirits Business (former editor)
Episode: 407: In "Savour," Kristiane Westray reveals: Is smelling whisky different from smelling a glass of wine?
Liz Gabay
Author and wine writer focusing on Provence and rosé
Author, Wines of Provence (with Ben Bernheim)
Episode: 406: How Did The Launch of the Super Premium Rosé Whispering Angel from Château D'esclans Change Provence?
Ben Bernheim
Co-author with Liz Gabay, involved in Provence wine history and data
Co-author of The Wines of Provence
Episode: 406: How Did The Launch of the Super Premium Rosé Whispering Angel from Château D'esclans Change Provence?
Elizabeth Gabay
Founder, Elizabeth Gabay & Partners; Master of Wine (1998)
Elizabeth Gabay & Partners
Episode: 405: Why Has Rosé Wine Struggled To Be Taken Seriously By Professionals Despite Its Popularity With Consumers?
Maryse Chevriere
Writer, wine professional, illustrator
Self-employed; author of How to Sound Wine Smart
Episode: 403: When Do Wine Tasting Notes Become So Over-The-Top That They Stop Meaning Anything? Maryse Chevriere Talks About Descriptors That Have Jumped The Shark
Marisol de la Fuente
International sommelier, journalist, marketing/PR veteran, and media educator
Independent (also works with Argentine Wine Corporation CoVR)
Episode: 401: How Did Argentina Help Save Europe's Vineyards During The Devastating Phylloxera Crisis?
Kaitlyn Stewart
Internationally recognized global bartending champion, author of Three Cheers, Cocktails Three Ways, Classics, Riffs, and Zero-Proof Sips
World Class Bartender of the Year (Canada)
Episode: 399: How Does It Feel Competing Against The World's Best Bartenders Making Six Cocktails in Six Minutes in Front of a Large Audience?
Ben Howkins
UK's leading writer and expert on both Port and Sherry
Vintners' Company; Royal Tokaji Wine Company (co-founder)
Episode: 397: How Does The Solera System Give Every Glass Of Sherry Centuries Of History?

Host

Natalie MacLean
Host of the show

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 177 ratings
  • How to Sound Wine Smart

    I love listening to Natalie’s podcasts! Loved the episodes about how to sound wine smart. Will definitely try the suggestion to go outside the box of traditional pairings and try wine and food pairings from the same region.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UnreservedFan
    Canadaa month ago
  • Episode 383-384

    I really enjoyed these episodes. It was so interesting listening to topics that made me actually start thinking about wine and the industry, in many different ways.And as always, Natalie makes me smile with all her tidbits of knowledge. Best wine podcast in Ontario. Cheers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sparkly CC
    Canada6 months ago
  • Talk with Rosemary George

    I found Natalie’s conversation with Rosemary George fascinating, clear and so informative about the Languedoc and Rousillion wine regions in France. Natalie is very engaging.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Janepinotnoirlover
    Canada7 months ago
  • Namratha Stanley

    It was truly an honor to be a guest on Nathalie MacLean’s podcast, Unreserved Wine Talk. Natalie has a rare ability to make you feel completely comfortable and at ease. Her calm, engaging voice and thoughtfully crafted questions create a space where real stories can unfold. I loved the natural flow of her interview style. Her genuine curiosity and commitment to uncovering the true essence behind each guest’s journey bring immense value to the audience. As both a listener and a guest, I can confi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Namratha33
    France9 months ago
  • The Grand Cru of Wine Podcasts

    What a great podcast! Amazing interviews with a fantastic host. I’ve learned so much about wine with UWT and I can’t wait to learn more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Keir - Scotland
    United Kingdom10 months ago

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Huge appreciation for Canadian wine coverage and educational depth.
Guests bring diverse perspectives and practical insights for both pros and enthusiasts.
Engaging host with deep wine knowledge and accessible questions.

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Apple Podcasts
#189
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#7
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#61
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#11
South Africa/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#67
Spain/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#94
Poland/Arts/Food

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409: How can two rums taste completely different even though they're both made from sugar cane? Kara Newman reveals the secret
Q: How can two rums taste completely different even though they're both made from sugarcane?
Different base materials (sugarcane juice vs. molasses), fermentation, distillation, aging, blending, and the type of still all shape flavor, leading to a spectrum from vegetal to funky to sweet, as Newman explains.
406: How Did The Launch of the Super Premium Rosé Whispering Angel from Château D'esclans Change Provence?
Q: What was it like working with Kylie Minogue on her Provence rosé?
Liz and Ben describe it as a collaborative, involved process where Kylie contributed to the selection and branding, contrasting with some celebrity labels that exist mostly as name-only projects.
404: What's the difference between a lean wine and one that's thin? Maryse Chevriere on How to Sound Wine Smart
Q: Now the difference between lean and thin trips up a lot of people. Maybe give us a side-by-side comparison of a thin versus a lean wine.
Lean is direct and palate-focused, while thin describes a wine that seems to lack substance or personality and feels watered down.
405: Why Has Rosé Wine Struggled To Be Taken Seriously By Professionals Despite Its Popularity With Consumers?
Q: What was the most surprising discovery while researching Provence for the book?
The vast number of tiny, relatively unknown producers across Provence, and how even after decades of study there are still many hidden pockets and micro-terroirs that can dramatically alter wine style and quality.
396: Can Bordeaux Reinvent Itself? How One of Wine's Greatest Regions is Adapting to a Changing World
Q: Why did Canada make the short list alongside France for the Fair for Life launch?
Canada was chosen due to its sensitivity to sustainability and consumer openness to credible initiatives; the market's responsiveness and longer-term growth potential were highlighted, supported by education efforts in-store and media to explain Fair for Life beyond a label.

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Cascading conversations with winemakers, sommeliers, educators, and authors, this show blends practical buying tips, food-pairing ideas, and industry insider stories with a personal, often candid, perspective on navigating the wine world. Episodes frequently explore regional profiles, wine education, tasting methodology, and the business of wine, all wrapped in accessible storytelling. Noteworthy is the host's willingness to share vulnerable experiences and to challenge conventional wisdom, making the show valuable for both curious novices and seasoned enthusiasts seeking deeper context, culture, and craft behind the bottle.

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Recent guests on Unreserved Wine Talk include:

1. Kara Newman
2. Kristiane Westray
3. Liz Gabay
4. Ben Bernheim
5. Elizabeth Gabay
6. Maryse Chevriere
7. Marisol de la Fuente
8. Kaitlyn Stewart

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