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Vininspo! podcast

Ed Merrison
Riesling
Australia
Wine
Wine Industry
Margaret River
Yarra Valley
Spain
Melbourne
New Zealand
Pinot Noir
Wine Education
Piedmont
Chablis
Willamette Valley
Terroir
Synapius
Pinot Gris
Mornington Peninsula
Swan Valley
Finger Lakes

A podcast in plain English about connection through wine—linking nature, time, place and people—to unlock its meditative, restorative, inclusive and expansive potential and brighten the experience of anyone with the vaguest interest. edmerrison.substack.com

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I didn’t realise how off-the-beaten path the Osicka family vineyard was until I took the beaten path out of Heathcote and went off it for a considerable time before rolling into this vine-strewn refuge in the bush. The whole thing lulled me into prof... more

David Bicknell’s unceremonious axing from Oakridge came as something of a bombshell. The Yarra Valley estate’s owner, Endeavour Group, had announced a couple of months previously that it was selling up. But it seemed improbable that the man who’d led... more

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Kelby James Russell had the air of the whizzkid about him when I first met him, and that’s clearly what he was. It was Melbourne, 2015. Riesling Downunder, a now-defunct triennial trade event, had rolled into town. With it came winemakers from Clare,... more

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For a long time, I’ve been intrigued by Eugene Qiao’s brain—one I’ve picked on several occasions, not least for a reality check and a unique perspective on Italian and Australian wine culture. A Chinese student destined, seemingly inevitably, for med... more

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Recent Guests

David Bicknell
Winemaker, founder of Bicknell FC
Bicknell FC
Episode: Vininspo! Episode 48: David Bicknell, Bicknell F.C.
Kelby James Russell
Co-owner and wineroner at Apollo's Praise
Apollo's Praise
Episode: Vininspo! Episode 47: Kelby James Russell, Apollo’s Praise
Eugene Qiao
Guest, Asian Pacific area manager and winemaker at GD Vajra
GD Vajra
Episode: [Vininspo! Alt. Format] Eugene Qiao, G.D. Vajra
Liam McElhinney
Chief winemaker and general manager at Tasmanian Vintners
Tasmanian Vintners
Episode: Vininspo! Episode 46: Liam McElhinney, Tasmanian Vintners
Sophie Christmann
Manager at Christmann Estate, Neustadt/Gimmeldingen area
Christmann Estate
Episode: [Vininspo! Alt. Format] Haardt-to-Haardt with Sophie Christmann
Andreas Wickhoff
Master of Wine and General Manager of Weingut Bründlmayer
Weingut Bründlmayer
Episode: Vininspo! Episode 45: Andreas Wickhoff MW, Bründlmayer
Lorraine Leheny
Owner and vigneron at Bilancia, Hawke's Bay
Bilancia
Episode: Vininspo! Podcast Episode 44: Lorraine Leheny, Bilancia
Kate McIntyre MW
Master of Wine, Director of Wine Business at Moorooduc Estate
Moorooduc Estate
Episode: Vininspo! Podcast Episode 43: Kate McIntyre MW, Moorooduc Estate
Bree Stock MW
Master of Wine, wine educator and founder of Limited Edition Wines
Limited Edition Wines
Episode: Vininspo! Podcast Episode 42: Bree Stock MW, Limited Addition

Host

Ed Marison
Host of the show and interviewer across episodes; appears as the primary anchor and guide.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • A great listen

    I love these interviews. Ed’s questions are great and each guest is so relaxed with their answers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nancy Panter
    Australia9 months ago
  • Listen & be inspired!

    So informative, so engaging. Keep it up Ed! These conversations balance bright personalities, nerdy technical information and an infectiously sincere love for wine!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erin Ehrenfelser
    Australiaa year ago

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Engaging interviews with relaxed guests and insightful questions.
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Vininspo! Episode 48: David Bicknell, Bicknell F.C.
Q: How did the Oakridge opportunity come about and what was the early culture like?
The Oakridge opportunity came after a difficult departure from De Bortoli; the early years were brutal, with long hours and a steep learning curve, but the culture focused on persistence, mentorship, and shaping a team that could elevate the wine quality despite a challenging start.
Vininspo! Episode 46: Liam McElhinney, Tasmanian Vintners
Q: How did your experiences in Marlborough and Hawke's Bay influence your approach when you moved to Tasmania?
The exposure to diverse terroirs and the close mentorship culture in New Zealand instilled a disciplined, hands-on approach; bringing that mindset to Tasmania involved applying the learnings about teamwork, distribution, and communicating a compelling story that resonates with critics and consumers alike.
Vininspo! Episode 46: Liam McElhinney, Tasmanian Vintners
Q: What were the key influences that shaped your early decisions in winemaking and leadership?
Mentors like Brent Marris and John Hancock gave tangible opportunities and taught me to see both the technical and commercial sides of the business; they helped me grow from a hands-on winemaker to a leader who could build teams and scale a brand while staying connected to the craft.
[Vininspo! Alt. Format] Eugene Qiao, G.D. Vajra
Q: What is your take on Nebbiolo's versatility beyond Piemonte and its potential abroad?
Nebbiolo is highly versatile, able to express itself in many styles—from sparkling to rosé to different Barolo expressions—and can thrive outside Piemonte when grown with site-specific care and understanding of local terroir.
[Vininspo! Alt. Format] Eugene Qiao, G.D. Vajra
Q: How did you first connect with the Vajra family and begin your journey in Piedmont?
I moved to Italy for university in 2012, joined the Barolo college, and interviewed with Aldo in 2013, which led to a long-term collaboration that blended academic interests with practical winemaking.

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7. Lorraine Leheny
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