Carrie's Connoisseurs

Tim and I slow dance one more time to the tunes of his latest South Africa Report. He is the darling journalist of South Africa right now, tirelessly tasting and rating upwards of 2000 wines a year to help us along the way. Interviews with Tim are always fun, electric, informative and worth a listen. This year's is no exception... Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

De Toren is one of South Africa's top Bordeaux style blend producers. I chat to Albie Koch - Managing Partner at this amazing property where he and his team continue to over deliver on quality and somehow seem to raise the bar with every vintage. Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

Jeremy Sampson, Chairman of Brand Finance, Africa, and my favourite Brand and Marketing guru, brings 50 years of experience to the party as we discover this year's top alcohol brands and postulate their jockeying for top dog status. Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

Jessica Sauerwein is the winemaker, viticulturist and co-owner of Sauerwein in Stanford. She makes gorgeous Riesling and Pinot Noir. We dive into her beginnings, her now and her hopes for the future Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

Jayne Barlow Manages Walkers Beach Hotel in Plettenberg Bay. It's a new, luxury getaway that nestles quietly above Central Beach and boasts some of the best views available along our magnificent Garden Route coastline. We chat about what to expect and our upcoming whisky and wine tasting weekend! Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

Michael Fridjhon and I unpack the results of another very successful Trophy Wine & Spirits Show, sponsored by Investec. Zeevenwacht shining bright! Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

Le Riche releases its latest vintages and I catch up with Christo Le Riche to remind you of just how gorgeous these wines are! Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

Anna and I chat South African flavours, aromatics, and ancestral secrets. Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

Join me for my annual chat with Jeremy Sampson as we look back on the year that was 2024. Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

Nico Walters is the viticulturist at Quoin Rock. I caught up with him to uncover the magic that currently surrounds the wines from this beautiful property. The wine and the Estate deserve your attention - impressive to say the least. Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

At 332 pages and more than 110,000 words, Tim Atkin's 2024 South Africa Special Report is by far his most comprehensive overview of the world’s seventh-largest producer. Join Carrie and Tim for a fun chat about it all! Get the Report here · Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

Blacksmithing originated during the Iron Age and the craft was considered an essential social support in every village and town across England. Some 2500 years later, Tremayne Smith's art and craft of winemaking provides the same social support to a Swartland-thirsty public. We had some fun catching up on these lovely wines! Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

Michael and I unpack the results of the Investec Throphy Spirits show. Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

6 years ago Clive started his wine PR/sales/distribution business in Gauteng. We track the trajectory of both his business and the boutique wineries who have travelled the road together with him Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

No botox and no collagen fillers in sight, and the 2001 Le Riche Reserve Cabernet looking and drinking like the bright, beautiful, clear, pretty thing it is! Christo and I chat about one of the country's premium wines - what a rock star! Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

Peeling the pith off to find a delightful Pithos beneath. Jeff Grier and I chat about the release of his beautiful 40th anniversary bubbly. Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

Emile and Carrie discuss their love for wine and their drinking habits. They also talk about managing wine cellars and the art and craft of alcohol. The conversation then shifts to the 2024 harvest and the effects of weather on the grapes. They discuss the lower yields and the impact on wine quality. The shortage of wine and the quality of the 2024 vintage are also explored. Finally, they discuss the importance of vineyards in wine quality and the role of cooperatives in the wine industry. They discuss various topics related to the wine industry, including the role of wine judges, the success of big producers, the support for cooperatives, the need for affordable wines, the decline of wine journalism, and the importance of traditional wine media. Carrie and Emile also explore the role of digital influencers in wine communication, the perception of expensive wines, and the challenges faced by small producers. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the future of wine journalism and the potential for a road trip to visit cooperative winemakers. Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

Rob Brown is a serial entrepreneur, raconteur, wine collector, dad, partner businessman, and loyal client. Join me as we embark upon a fascinating journey into the heart of his beautiful cellar. Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

John Hooper Jnr wears the same endearing Hooper humility that his forefathers did - it all went towards creating South Africa's largest independent liquor distribution company. We chat about that and the Mount Vernon Malbec that has just won the Best in Competition at Events by Celia recently. Take a listen Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts

Every year, Brand Guru Jeremy Sampson and I unpack some of the wines and restaurants that have delighted us and make recommendations for happy holiday eating and drinking. Here is the 2023 edition. Visit our online shop · Carrie's Connoisseurs on YouTube · Produced by Solid Gold Podcasts