In this episode we interview Jessica McLeish from McLeish Estate. McLeish Estate is located at 462 DeBeyers Road, Polkolbin NSW 2320 and is part of the Hunter Valley wine region. It was established in 1985 when her parents Robert and Maryanne planted Semillon & Chardonnay. Jessica is the second generation in the McLeish family and is driving the future of McLeish Estate. Jessica shares her wine journey including vintages in Chateau Carsin in France, certifications in AWAC and WSET Level 3 as well as her experience as as a judge at the International Wine Challenge in London. She also takes us through a flight of McLeish Estate wines where are a 2013 Semillon, 2022 Reserve Chardonnay, 2023 Tri Moir, and 2023 Shiraz.
Visit McLeish Estate in the Hunter Valley and check out their range at https://www.mcleishestatewines.com.au .
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Chapters:
0:00 Preview
0:37 Introduction
2:15 Most memorable wine
3:03 Wine you still want to drink
3:38 Wine you’d love to have a wine with
4:07 Favourite grape varietal
5:01 Unique food and wine pairing
6:03 Advice for those on wine journey
7:04 What was it like growing up in a winemaking family?
12:23 Common messages as a wine educator
13:22 Is there a shift for consumers with Hunter Valley wine
15:00 How is Jess evolving McLeish Wine
16:16 2013 Semillon, McLeish Estate, Hunter Valley, NSW
21:06 Experience judging at the London International Wine Challenge
24:07 How has Jess’s experience translated into the wine
25:23 2022 Reserve Chardonnay, McLeish Estate, Hunter Valley, NSW
28:16 Hunter Valley classic Semillon Chardonnay Blend (Chelsea)
29:28 What is McLeish’s sustainability and biodynamic approach
31:49 2023 Tri Moir, McLeish Estate, Hunter Valley, NSW
34:51 Is Merlot on trend in Australia?
36:50 Any other blends being tested by McLeish Estate
37:39 Scottish influence on the identity of McLeish Estate
41:03 2023 Shiraz, McLeish Estate, Hunter Valley, NSW
44:14 What Jess looks for in a wine
44:41 What’s the future plan for McLeish Estate
47:09 2025 5 star Halliday Winery
48:32 Messages from Jessica McLeish
49:54 The Wined Up Conclusion
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