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Wine Blast with Susie and Peter

Susie and Peter, Masters of Wine
Wine
Chardonnay
Cabernet Sauvignon
Wine Production
Climate Change
Bordeaux
Pinot Noir
Champagne
Orange Wine
Burgundy
Natural Wine
Sauvignon Blanc
Wine Fraud
Grenache
Light Strike
Wine Blast PLUS
Rosé
Rías Baixas
San Leonardo
Coravin

Wine Blast is a wine podcast with a difference - and Wine Blast PLUS delivers all the fun and more for subscribers. Susie and Peter are married Masters of Wine and experienced broadcasters who bring wine to life with a smile via interviews with amazing people, provocative chat, food, tips, your questions, gentle bickering and a certain amount of over-sharing. (And yes, they're aware they really ne... more

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Let's get straight to it: did the Brits REALLY invent champagne? If so, what about Dom Pérignon and all that 'tasting stars' malarkey?! And how on earth can Kings, Shakespeare, Samuel Pepys, Galileo, the Gunpowder Plotters, the Armada, a mysterious k... more

NB: This is archive material first released February 2022 and re-published here as a teaser for Wine Blast Season Three, which is available in full to Wine Blast PLUS subscribers. To find out more or sign up to enjoy the full range of member benefits... more

When we drink wine, we tend to focus on how it tastes, rather than what the wine is doing to our 'tasting gear' (mouth, teeth, tongue, gums, throat, saliva...even oral microbiome). Truth is, wine does have a pretty big impact on all that stuff - and,... more

SUBSCRIBER BONUS TASTER: As Rioja turns 100, Spain's most famous wine region finds itself at a crossroads. Should it stick with tradition and what’s made it world famous? Or should it adapt and innovate, in order to appease the modernists and face up... more

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Recent Guests

Charles Spence
Professor of Experimental Psychology and world expert in multisensory perception
Crossmodal Research Laboratory, Oxford University
Episode: ARCHIVE TASTER: The Magical Science of Taste (Season 3 Ep 15)
Dr Ron Georgiou MW
Master of Wine and dentist
Sydney, Australia
Episode: JAW DROP: Wine and Your Mouth
Pauline Lapierre
Owner at Château Haut-Rian
Château Haut-Rian, Cadillac
Episode: ARCHIVE TASTER: Getting to know the Côtes de Bordeaux (Season 3 Ep 13)
Laure de Lambert Compeyrot
Winemaker and co-owner of Chateau Sigalas Rabaud
Chateau Sigalas Rabaud
Episode: ARCHIVE TASTER: Bordeaux's White Bank (Season 3 Ep 4)
Olivier Cazenave
Renegade winemaker, owner of Chateau de Bel
Chateau de Bel
Episode: ARCHIVE TASTER: Bordeaux's White Bank (Season 3 Ep 4)
Jane Anson
Wine writer and critic, Bordeaux expert based in Bordeaux since 2003
Author of Inside Bordeaux
Episode: ARCHIVE TASTER: Bordeaux in 2021 (Season 2 Ep 19)
Yann Todeschini
Third generation at Château Mangot in Saint-Emilion
Château Mangot
Episode: ARCHIVE TASTER: Bordeaux in 2021 (Season 2 Ep 19)
Laurent David
Former Apple executive turned wine producer, owner of Château Edmus
Château Edmus (Saint-Emilion)
Episode: Bordeaux on the Brink Part 2
Chloé Cazaux Grandpierre
Writer, sommelier, educator and wine tourism guide based in Bordeaux
Independent wine professional in Bordeaux
Episode: Bordeaux on the Brink Part 1

Hosts

Susie Barry
Co-host; Master of Wine; host of the show; renowned wine educator and broadcaster
Peter Richards
Co-host; Master of Wine; host of the show; experienced broadcaster; facilitates conversations

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 488 ratings
  • Used to be better

    but has become a pay to play podcast, both for contributors and listeners so isn’t quite as good. Still the best wine podcast in English.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ❤️Radio4Comedy
    Netherlands3 months ago
  • Y’all have changed

    Y’all are sellouts to whomever sponsors your pod now. Y’all have changed. Yeah yeah, I hear what you say about your opinions regardless of sponsorship, but y’all have changed.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dan&Shannon
    United States3 months ago
  • The Best!

    This is absolutely the best wine podcast out there if you want to learn a lot about wine and catch some of the contagious joy of Susie and Peter!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mwscar
    United States10 months ago
  • Battle of the Bubbles

    I still believe unconscious bias occurred here. You can’t tell me predominantly British judges can’t tell a homegrown product over others. Despite the blind tasting it’s relatively easy to spot the difference.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Rickowa
    Australiaa year ago
  • Funny, informative and engaging

    This wine podcast is fascinating, providing insights with a sense of humour. Each episode is engaging, the latest one on wine glasses and wine forgeries were notable in looking at the topics from all angles while drawing some great conclusions that an everyday wine drinker can take forward. Well done team - great series.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lordedwards
    United Kingdoma year ago

Listeners Say

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Educational and entertaining; hosts balance knowledge with banter.
Engaging, informative, and fun with credible guests.
Audience finds it accessible for study and enjoyment; guests often high-caliber.
Great resource for wine lovers seeking practical insights and context.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#78
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#16
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#82
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#152
United Kingdom/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#33
Italy/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#34
Australia/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

JAW DROP: Wine and Your Mouth
Q: What practical steps can wine tasters take to protect enamel while still enjoying a tasting?
Rinse with water between sips, avoid brushing immediately after tasting to preserve the protective pellicle, use high-fluoride toothpaste, consider sugar-free gum to boost saliva, and prefer non-abrasive toothpaste to minimize enamel wear.
JAW DROP: Wine and Your Mouth
Q: Why is saliva so central to how wine tastes in the mouth?
Saliva not only lubricates but also dissolves food particles, releases flavor compounds, and stimulates taste receptors, so the amount and quality of saliva directly influence flavor perception.
Bordeaux on the Brink Part 1
Q: How can people get back out there and persuade wine drinkers, especially young ones, to re-engage with Bordeaux?
Chloé discusses diversification, lighter and more approachable styles like Claret, and direct engagement through tourism and storytelling to reconnect with younger consumers, while recognizing that changing perceptions will take time and collaborative effort.
ARCHIVE TASTER: Bordeaux's White Bank (Season 3 Ep 4)
Q: And why should people drink more Sauternes?
Laure argues that Sauternes is a delicious, aromatic wine that offers exceptional value for money, with versatility across courses and ages, from aperitif to cheese courses, making it a compelling choice beyond the dessert wine stereotype.
ARCHIVE TASTER: Bordeaux's White Bank (Season 3 Ep 4)
Q: You've been described as a rupturist or a disruptor in Sauternes. Why is that?
Laure explains that the disruption comes from exploring new solutions while maintaining quality, pushing beyond traditional borders to unlock what the terroir can offer. She emphasizes a balance between innovation and preserving the essence of her wines, and clarifies that she is not masochistic but rather a hedonic innovator who loves the challenge.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wine Blast

What is Wine Blast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Wine-focused interview show hosted by a married MW pair who mix education with accessible banter. Across recent episodes, they explore wine regions, production trends, and consumer behavior, often pairing practical tasting guidance with industry insights from winemakers, traders, and educators. The format blends deep-dive conversations, live tastings, and light banter, with occasional guest-driven discussions on topics like climate change, distribution, and hospitality. A standout element is the duo's blend of expertise and humor, making complex topics approachable for both professionals and enthusiasts alike, and they frequently feature high-profile guests and practical wine-buying tips. This combination of accessible education, insider pe... more

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5. Olivier Cazenave
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