VINE & BUBBLE

The Podcast

with Sara Underdown

Sara Underdown, publisher and presenter of VINE & BUBBLE, takes you on a journey to discover the real story of champagne.

The people, the region, the history and - of course - the wine. We travel to Champagne and all over Australia, talking with the Cellar Masters, industry representatives and everyone in between to connect wine lovers with the story behind the finest bubbles of all.


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Latest Episode

Episode 26

Domaine Vincey is one of Champagne’s most exciting andprogressive grower-producers, known for its bold vision, meticulous craftsmanship, and deep respect for terroir.
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Catch up on all our past episodes
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Episode 25

Pierre Gimonnet et Fils champagnes continue to be the reference point for high quality blanc de blancs in the Champagne region.
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Episode 24

After experiencing the special launch dinner in Reims, whereI had the chance to taste some extraordinary champagnes going back to 1921, I sat down with Hervé Dantan for this interview.
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Episode 23

Rich and textured, whilst paradoxically elegant and enthrallingly vibrant, R. Pouillon champagnes are stunning interpretations of terroir.
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Episode 22

Jean-Baptiste makes fruit-forward, flavoursome and intensely mineral champagnes using fruit primarily from Cumières.
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Episode 21

There are few people who have forged a unique life as a prominent voice for Champagne like my next guest, Tyson Stelzer.
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Episode 20

In this episode, we sit down with Krister Bengtsson, the founder of Star Wine List, to explore his journey as a media entrepreneur to a leading figure in the wine industry.
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Episode 19

It was my pleasure to interview Madame Vranken during her recent visit to Australia.
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Episode 18

Today the Maisons’ prestige cuvée, Grand Siècle, is represented by fourth-generation, Lucie Pereyre de Nonancourt. In person, Lucie is one of the nicest and most approachable people that you will ever meet.
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Episode 17

After recent successive and talented cellar masters have been at the helm, the Maison has seen massive leaps forward in quality improvements and modernisations.
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Episode 16

What does it take to not only be the best, but to keep on being the best? Since 1997, Didier Depond has been President of Champagne Salon and Delamotte, two of Champagne's revered Maisons for chardonnay-driven champagnes.
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Episode 15

Discover more about the ‘most British’ of champagne brands. Very few other Maisons apply such exacting precision to the management of their production facilities, pressing and vinification processes as Pol Roger.
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Episode 14

The name ‘Perrier’ in Champagne conjures up thoughts around history and prestige. In the case of Joseph Perrier, the spirit of the House is evoked by tradition, quality and particularly family. Listen to my interview with CEO, Benjamin Fourmon.
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Episode 13

Dominique Demarville is Cellar Master and General Manager, for Champagne Lallier, a role he inherited in 2021 where he says there is great opportunity for progress.
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Episode 12

It was my honour to sit down with Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon on the occasion of Cristal Rosé’s 50th Anniversary, for this special interview.
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Episode 11

Today I have the privilege of speaking with Charles’ Executive Director, Stephen Leroux, as part of a world first taste of the surprising release of Blanc des Millénaires 1996.
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Episode 10

Delve into the mysterious world of reductive champagne winemaking with expert and winemaker, Kate Laurie, from Deviation Road in the Adelaide Hills.
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Episode 9

Take a look at the intricate world of understanding typicity in Champagne (the region) and champagne (the wine) with Marcell Kustos PhD.
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Episode 8

Stephen talks about Charles’ defining style, but also how it’s evolving, as well as the rise and rise of Charles’ under his leadership and through the work of its chefs de caves.
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Episode 7

Tom is part of Decanter’s team of expert writers and provides incredibly detailed coverage on champagne and other sparkling wines.
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Episode 6

Peter Liem, Award-Winning Champagne Author and Presenter, shares his thoughts on how champagne has gone from a product of 'process' to one regarded with a unique terroir origin.
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Episode 5

Annette Lacey MW and how she has managed to develop her knowledge for champagne at a professional level.
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Episode 4

Amanda Yallop, Wine Director at the FINK Group, and her thoughts on the evolving landscape of champagne interest in Australia and how to develop your palate.
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Episode 3

Denis Bunner, Chef de Caves of Champagne Bollinger and the art of blending Special Cuvee, climate change and crafting outstanding blanc de noirs.
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Episode 2

Essi Avellan MW and her personal journey with champagne including some of her favourite experiences and memories.
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Episode 1

Émilien Boutillat, Chef de Caves of Piper Heidsieck, the new Essentiel Blanc de Noirs Cuvée and the future of sustainability at the Maison.
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