Behind the Wines

If you enjoyed our conversation with Sebastian last week in episode 4, grab yourself an extra glass of your favourite wine and sit back to learn a little more about his passion for importing great international wines to your door.realwines.com.au

Shaping how Australia drinks: from the ground to 35,000 feet.Today we talk with Sebastian Crowther, who has built a remarkable career in wine — from Master Sommelier to Qantas wine chief. A mentor, judge, and storyteller of terroir, he brings deep expertise and a global perspective to every conversation. Join us as we uncork the mind behind the wine.realwines.com.au

From Physics to Fermentation: The Vision and Voice of Louisa RoseWe are delighted to talk with Louisa Rose, a leading Australian winemaker and sustainability advocate with Hill-Smith Family Estates. She has played a key role in shaping the winemaking philosophy at Yalumba and Pewsey Vale Vineyard and is recognised for her leadership in sustainable winegrowing.Passionate about reducing carbon emissions, she actively collaborates across the industry to ensure a sustainable future for wine. Her contributions have earned her multiple "Winemaker of the Year" accolades and global recognition, including being awarded the Degree of Doctor of the University of Adelaide (honoris causa) in 2024.hsfe.com

If our conversation with Bridget Mac left you wanting to know more about her craft of winemaking and collaboration with other creative minds, pour yourself an extra glass and tune in to this bonus episode following on from episode 2.werkstatt.wine

From Lens to Cellar: The Art and Alchemy of WerkstattToday we are delighted to talk with Bridget Mac.From art to wine, Bridget’s path has been anything but ordinary. After 15 years as an artist, she retrained in wine science and has since built an impressive career across Victoria, Tasmania, Burgundy, and Alsace. In 2022, she launched her first vintage under Werkstatt, and in 2025 her inaugural Gewürztraminer was named in the Halliday Top 100 Wines. Bridget also brings her passion for inclusion to her role with Femier Cru.werkstatt.wine