Got Somme' is a podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in their glass. We aim to educate you on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over.
Got Somme : Master Sommelier's Wine Podcast
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Got Somme' is a podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in their glass. We aim to educate you on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over.
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May 27, 2026
Is This the Hardest White Wine to Identify Blind?
<p>“The Wine That Fooled a Master Sommelier” | Pieropan Soave Blind Tasting</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Got Somme Blind Wine Series, Master Sommelier Carlos Santos is put to the test with a blind white wine tasting that sends him across Spain before revealing an iconic Italian classic.</p><p><br></p><p>From citrus and sea spray notes to debates around Albariño, Viognier and Riesling, this episode captures the chaos, confidence and humility of blind tasting at the highest level. What starts as a confident call for Rías Baixas Albariño ends with a surprise reveal: Pieropan Soave made from Garganega.</p><p><br></p><p>Carlos breaks down the wine’s structure, aromatics, acidity and texture in real time, giving listeners an inside look at how Master Sommeliers think through a blind tasting grid. Along the way, he explores why certain wines can completely disguise themselves stylistically, and why Garganega continues to be one of Italy’s most underrated white grape varieties.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is a must-watch for wine lovers, sommeliers, hospitality professionals and anyone fascinated by blind tasting psychology.</p><p><br></p><p>Glassware used: RIEDEL Use code: GOTSOMME at check out for 25% off!https://www.riedel.com/en-au/</p><ul><li>Blind tasting an iconic Italian white wine</li></ul><ul><li>Why Carlos initially thought the wine was Albariño from Spain</li><li>The aromatics that pointed toward Viognier and tropical styles</li><li>How texture and alcohol can alter acidity perception</li><li>The challenge of identifying Garganega blind</li><li>Why Pieropan remains one of Italy’s benchmark producers</li><li>The role structure plays in blind wine assessment</li><li>Master Sommelier thought process in real time</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Got Somme, blind wine tasting, Master Sommelier blind tasting, Carlos Santos, Pieropan Soave, Garganega wine, Italian white wine, Albariño vs Garganega, wine podcast Australia, blind tasting challenge, Soave Classico, wine education podcast, white wine tasting notes, sommelier reacts, wine tasting breakdown, best Italian white wines</p><p><br></p>
May 20, 2026
The Rioja Carlos Calls “Iconic”
<p>What makes a wine truly iconic?</p><p>In this episode of Got Somme, Master Sommelier Carlos Santos and Angus O'Loughlin open a bottle from one of the most historic producers in Spain: López de Heredia.</p><p>Founded more than 150 years ago, López de Heredia has become one of the defining names of traditional Rioja, holding onto old-school winemaking methods while much of the wine world chased trends. Carlos explains why this producer is considered one of the great benchmark wineries of the world, compares it to legendary Bordeaux estates, and reveals why he’s never had a bad bottle in 26 years of tasting wine professionally.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Glassware used: RIEDEL </strong></p><p>Use code: GOTSOMME at check out for 25% off!</p><p>https://www.riedel.com/en-au/</p><p><br></p><p>The conversation dives deep into:</p><ul><li>What makes traditional Rioja different</li><li>Why American oak is central to classic Rioja character</li><li>The history of Rioja during the phylloxera crisis</li><li>Why López de Heredia releases wines years later than most producers</li><li>How modern winemaking trends changed Rioja</li><li>The difference between Crianza, Reserva, and Gran Reserva</li><li>Why Carlos became genuinely offended when Angus questioned Rioja quality</li></ul><p>There’s also a fascinating breakdown of how French winemakers helped shape Rioja during the 1800s, why counterfeiting became a huge issue for historic Spanish producers, and what wine lovers should actually look for when identifying quality Rioja.</p><p>If you’ve ever wondered why some wines become timeless while others chase trends, this episode is for you.</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 – “You can’t just call a wine iconic”</p><p>00:32 – Why López de Heredia matters</p><p>02:29 – The blind Rioja tasting that inspired this episode</p><p>03:39 – What traditional Rioja should taste like</p><p>06:40 – How phylloxera changed Spanish wine forever</p><p>08:24 – Why this producer never chased trends</p><p>10:27 – Angus questions Rioja pricing and quality</p><p>12:41 – Carlos explains what separates great Rioja</p><p>14:00 – Why López de Heredia releases wines so late</p><p>16:11 – Final thoughts on one of Rioja’s great producers</p><ul><p><br></p></ul>
May 13, 2026
Master Sommelier Thought This Australian Wine Was Bordeaux
<p>What happens when a Master Sommelier mistakes an Australian Merlot for Bordeaux?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Got Somme, Carlos Santos goes deep into a blind wine tasting challenge packed with blackcurrant, oak spice, massive confidence… and a few dramatic turns along the way.</p><p><br></p><p>From “this is definitely Bordeaux” to correctly calling the grape, alcohol, and vintage, this blind tasting proves just how deceptive great wine can be. Expect chaos, elite palate breakdowns, wine education, and plenty of laughs as Carlos works through every clue in the glass.</p><p>If you’ve ever wanted to understand how sommeliers actually taste wine blind, this episode is for you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Bottle:</strong> 2023 Summerfield Wines Merlot</p><p>https://summerfieldwines.com.au/shop/merlot-2016/</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Glassware used: RIEDEL </strong></p><p>Use code: GOTSOMME at check out for 25% off!</p><p>https://www.riedel.com/en-au/</p><p><br></p><p><strong>In This Episode</strong></p><ul><li>How sommeliers analyse wine blind</li><li>Breaking down tannins, alcohol, acidity, and oak</li><li>Why Merlot can taste like Bordeaux</li><li>The difference between Old World vs New World wine styles</li><li>Blind tasting pressure and deduction</li><li>Summerfield Wines surprising a Master Sommelier</li><li>Blackcurrant, Ribena, spice, oak, and structure explained</li></ul><ul><li>“Can confirm it’s not Chardonnay.”</li><li>“There’s definitely engineered oak.”</li><li>“Merlot from Bordeaux… some sort of Bordeaux AOC.”</li><li>“You got the vintage, alcohol, and grape variety right.”</li><li>“We’re gonna f*** the box. Gotta grab the grape.”</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Blind wine tasting, Master Sommelier, Merlot tasting, Bordeaux vs Australian wine, wine podcast Australia, GOT SOMME podcast, Carlos Santos, blind tasting challenge, wine education, Merlot vs Bordeaux, wine tasting notes, best wine podcasts, wine expert reacts, sommelier challenge, Australian Merlot, Summerfield Wines</p><p><br></p>
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