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<p>The Halliday Wine Companion Podcast (formerly known as By The Glass) is back with a new look, a new host, and a bunch of new and exciting guests.</p> <p> Join Halliday editor Anna Webster as she sits down with industry experts – including winemakers, sommeliers, distillers, critics, retailers, and more – to chat about, unpack and explore a range of wine- and drinks-related topics.</p> <p>From interviews with top producers and the stories behind your favourite bottles, to the science of cellaring, deep dives into wine regions and grape varieties, and much more, this fun and conversational podcast is essential listening for anyone who loves wine.</p> <p>So, pour a glass and settle in.</p>
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Recent Episodes
June 16, 2026
Inside Henschke: Gwyn Olsen reveals what it takes to make Hill of Grace and Mount Edelstone
<p>In this episode of the Halliday Wine Companion Podcast, Anna Webster sits down with Gwyn Olsen, senior winemaker at Henschke, one of Australia’s most iconic family-owned wineries.</p> <p>Gwyn’s path into wine was anything but predictable. Born in Cairns and raised in Indonesia, she went on to study biochemistry before discovering winemaking through postgraduate oenology at the University of Adelaide. From her first vintage in the south of France – a job she landed thanks to Google Translate – to roles at Villa Maria, McWilliam’s, Mount Pleasant, Briar Ridge and Pepper Tree, Gwyn’s career has been shaped by science, resilience, family-owned wine businesses and a love of site-driven winemaking.</p> <p>Now based in the Barossa’s Eden Valley, Gwyn shares what it is like to work with some of the most famous vineyard sites in Australia, including Hill of Grace, Mount Edelstone, The Wheelwright and Cyril Henschke. She talks about the pressure of making wines with such deep history, the importance of patience in the winery, and how small one-percent improvements in picking, topping, sulphur, oak and blending can help protect and elevate Henschke’s legacy.</p> <p>Anna and Gwyn also explore the story behind The Nurturer, a bright, crunchy new Henschke wine inspired by Prue Henschke’s experimental plantings, plus the future of Lenswood, sustainability, old vines, biosecurity and what succession might look like inside one of Australia’s most respected wine families.</p> <p><br><strong><a href="https://www.henschke.com.au/">Henschke</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/henschke">Henschke on Instagram</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://winecompanion.com.au/">Halliday Wine Companion</a></strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/winecompanion/"><strong>Halliday Wine Companion on Instagram</strong></a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/annawebster_"><strong>Anna Webster on Instagram</strong></a></p> <p><strong><a href="https://shop.winecompanion.com.au/products/2026-halliday-wine-companion">Buy the 2026 Halliday Wine Companion</a></strong></p> <p> </p> <p>🍷 Gwyn’s childhood in Indonesia and unlikely path into wine<br>🍷 Studying biochemistry before discovering oenology<br>🍷 Her first vintage in France after using Google Translate to apply<br>🍷 Working at Villa Maria, McWilliam’s, Mount Pleasant, Briar Ridge and Pepper Tree<br>🍷 How she landed the senior winemaker role at Henschke while on maternity leave<br>🍷 The pressure of making Hill of Grace and Mount Edelstone<br>🍷 Why patience has become central to her winemaking philosophy<br>🍷 The story behind Henschke’s The Nurturer<br>🍷 How Prue Henschke’s vineyard experiments are shaping new wines<br>🍷 What sustainability, old vines and succession mean for Henschke’s future</p> <p> </p> <p>00:00 Meet Gwyn Olsen<br>01:29 From biochemistry to winemaking<br>03:05 Gwyn’s first vintage in the south of France<br>04:57 Learning winery French and working in Saint-Émilion<br>06:08 Villa Maria and family-owned wine businesses<br>08:45 McWilliam’s, Mount Pleasant and the Hunter Valley<br>09:22 Pepper Tree, Briar Ridge and career-defining awards<br>12:17 Landing the Henschke role while on maternity leave<br>16:19 The blind tasting moment in the Henschke interview<br>21:20 The pressure of working with iconic vineyards<br>23:08 Small changes and one-percenters in the winery<br>27:41 The story behind The Nurturer<br>31:35 Tappa Pass Shiraz and a cooler Barossa vintage<br>32:39 Mount Edelstone, Hill of Grace and the single vineyard sites<br>35:40 The weight of Henschke history<br>39:31 Apollonia Shiraz and new expressions<br>46:45 How Gwyn’s winemaking philosophy has evolved<br>47:42 Succession and Gwyn’s role in Henschke’s future<br>54:47 What’s next for Henschke</p> <p> </p> <p>Gwyn Olsen, Henschke, Henschke wine, Hill of Grace, Mount Edelstone, Eden Valley wine, Barossa wine, Australian wine podcast, Halliday Wine Companion, Prue Henschke, Stephen Henschke, Australian winemaker, female winemaker, The Nurturer Henschke, Tappa Pass Shiraz, single vineyard wine, old vine Shiraz.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
June 2, 2026
Winery of the Year’s secret to world-class Hunter Valley wine | Stuart Hordern of Brokenwood
<p>What makes a truly iconic Australian wine?</p> <p>In this episode of the Halliday Wine Companion Podcast, Anna Webster sits down with Brokenwood Chief Winemaker Stuart Hordern to explore the history, philosophy and future of one of Australia’s most celebrated wineries.</p> <p>From growing up on a small Hunter Valley vineyard to becoming only the second chief winemaker in Brokenwood’s history, Stuart shares the lessons learned from legends like Iain Riggs and PJ Charteris, the pressure and privilege of making the Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz, and why Hunter Valley semillon remains one of Australia’s greatest gifts to the wine world.</p> <p>The conversation dives deep into vineyard expression, wine evolution, vintage variation, cellar ageing, the realities of modern winemaking, and why Brokenwood sources fruit from some of Australia’s best wine regions including Beechworth, McLaren Vale and Orange.</p> <p>You’ll also hear the remarkable story behind Brokenwood’s Halliday Winery of the Year win, the evolution of the Oakey Creek vineyard, and why some of Australia’s greatest wines are defined not by power, but by finesse.</p> <p>Whether you're a wine lover, collector, sommelier or simply curious about how great Australian wine is made, this is a fascinating deep dive into one of the country’s benchmark producers.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.brokenwood.com.au/?srsltid=AfmBOoq3GyflmZziG5dK09dr-h9WxjV1DZ8qJn3XZFfcc5CKXnmWDGam">Brokenwood Wines</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/brokenwoodwines">Brokenwood on Instagram</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/stuarthordern">Stuart Hordern on Instagram</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://winecompanion.com.au/">Halliday Wine Companion</a></strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/winecompanion/"><strong>Halliday Wine Companion on Instagram</strong></a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/annawebster_"><strong>Anna Webster on Instagram</strong></a></p> <p><a href="https://shop.winecompanion.com.au/products/2026-halliday-wine-companion"><strong>Buy the </strong><strong>2026 Halliday Wine Companion</strong></a></p> <p> </p> <p>What to expect:</p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">Stuart Hordern’s journey from family vineyard to Brokenwood Chief Winemaker</li> <li aria-level="1">Growing up in the Hunter Valley wine region</li> <li aria-level="1">Working harvests in France and California</li> <li aria-level="1">The influence of Iain Riggs, PJ Charteris and Simon Steele</li> <li aria-level="1">Why Brokenwood sources fruit from multiple wine regions</li> <li aria-level="1">The story behind Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz</li> <li aria-level="1">Why Hunter Valley semillon ages so uniquely</li> <li aria-level="1">The philosophy behind ILR Reserve Semillon</li> <li aria-level="1">The impact of the 2020 bushfires on Australian wine</li> <li aria-level="1">How Brokenwood became Halliday Winery of the Year</li> <li aria-level="1">The future of Oakey Creek Vineyard and Hunter Valley Chardonnay</li> </ul> <p>Chapters</p> <p>00:00 Welcome & Acknowledgement of Country<br>00:25 Meet Stuart Hordern from Brokenwood<br>01:20 Growing up in the Hunter Valley<br>03:06 First vintages & cellar work<br>05:31 Studying winemaking in Adelaide<br>07:48 Returning to the Hunter Valley<br>09:23 What makes Hunter Valley wine unique<br>10:34 Joining Brokenwood<br>12:16 Learning from Iain Riggs & PJ Charteris<br>17:26 The evolution of Brokenwood<br>20:07 Why Brokenwood sources fruit outside the Hunter<br>24:01 The challenge of Australian vintages<br>28:36 The story of Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz<br>37:06 Brokenwood’s winemaking philosophy<br>38:56 The ILR Reserve Semillon story<br>43:59 Why some vintages are never released<br>45:10 Winning Halliday Winery of the Year<br>50:15 What’s next for Brokenwood</p> <p><br><br></p> <p>Brokenwood Wines, Stuart Hordern, Halliday Wine Companion, Hunter Valley wine, Hunter Valley Semillon, Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz, ILR Semillon, Australian wine podcast, Australian winemaker interview, fine wine Australia, wine ageing, Hunter Valley Shiraz, winery of the year, Beechworth Chardonnay, Australian wine industry, single vineyard wine, premium Australian wine, Halliday winery of the year, wine collecting, Australian wine regions</p> <p> </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
May 19, 2026
The ambitious winery hidden 35 minutes from Melbourne CBD
<p>What happens when a former linguistics student leaves the Hunter Valley to help build one of Victoria’s most ambitious wine estates from the ground up?</p> <p>In this episode of the Halliday Wine Companion Podcast, Anna Webster sits down with Alex Beckett, Director of Wine at Marnong Estate, to unpack the philosophy, ambition, and evolution behind one of Victoria’s most talked-about wine destinations.</p> <p>From cool-climate pinot noir and chardonnay to Italian varieties like fiano and sangiovese, Alex explains how Marnong is shaping a modern identity for the historic Sunbury wine region while balancing accessibility, family values, and serious winemaking ambition.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://marnongestate.com.au/">Marnong Estate</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://marnongestate.com.au/">Marnong Estate on Instagram</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://marnongestate.com.au/">Alex Beckett on Instagram</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://winecompanion.com.au/">Halliday Wine Companion</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/winecompanion/">Halliday Wine Companion on Instagram</a></strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/annawebster_"><strong>Anna Webster on Instagram</strong></a></p> <p><strong><a href="https://shop.winecompanion.com.au/products/2026-halliday-wine-companion">Buy the 2026 Halliday Wine Companion</a></strong></p> <p> </p> <p>The conversation explores:</p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">Why Alex left the Hunter Valley to join Marnong Estate</li> <li aria-level="1">The vision behind building a winery, restaurants, and community destination in Mickleham</li> <li aria-level="1">The evolution of Marnong’s wine program and estate-grown philosophy</li> <li aria-level="1">Cool-climate viticulture in Sunbury and why the region is underrated</li> <li aria-level="1">Italian grape varieties thriving in Victoria</li> <li aria-level="1">The future of Australian chardonnay and site-driven winemaking</li> <li aria-level="1">Alex’s Master of Wine journey and obsession with terroir</li> <li aria-level="1">Why wine should feel accessible, communal, and exciting</li> </ul> <p>Alex also shares insights into Marnong’s expanding vineyard plantings, future hotel plans, and the long-term ambition to create wines that sit amongst Australia’s best, while still remaining approachable and family-oriented.</p> <p>If you’re interested in Australian wine, emerging wine regions, cool-climate viticulture, or the intersection of hospitality and wine culture, this episode is packed with insight.</p> <p><br><br></p> <p>Australian wine podcast, Halliday Wine Companion Podcast, Marnong Estate, Alex Beckett, Sunbury wine region, Victorian wineries, cool climate Chardonnay, cool climate Pinot Noir, Fiano Australia, Sangiovese Victoria, Australian winemaking, wine tourism Victoria, Melbourne winery destination, Master of Wine Australia, Australian wine regions, boutique wineries Victoria, winery near Melbourne, wine and hospitality podcast, terroir driven wine, Australian Chardonnay podcast</p> <p> </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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- What is Halliday Wine Companion?
<p>The Halliday Wine Companion Podcast (formerly known as By The Glass) is back with a new look, a new host, and a bunch of new and exciting guests.</p> <p> Join Halliday editor Anna Webster as she sits down with industry experts – including winemakers, sommeliers, distillers, critics, retailers, and more – to chat about, unpack and explore a range of wine- and drinks-related topics.</p> <p>From interviews with top producers and the stories behind your favourite bottles, to the science of cellaring, deep dives into wine regions and grape varieties, and much more, this fun and conversational podcast is essential listening for anyone who loves wine.</p> <p>So, pour a glass and settle in.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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