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Episode 6

Continued from the previous episode where Rebecca put a challenge to Michael resulting in a blind tasting of 5 wines, 3 whites and 2 reds. Michael  has to choose the variety, the vintage and the region where each wine was made.

As Michael samples the wines he describes the characters sensed by the nose and the pallett and gives an insight into the reasoning behind his choices of what each wine is.
Episode 6 - Related Video and Episode Excerpts
Sydney Wine Competition
One of the main aims of the Competition is to offer consumers independent information to help in their choice of wines more likely to enhance the pleasures of the daily dining experience and, by so doing, to add enjoyment and contentment to their everyday lives. This is the main service the Competition offers. Click Here to View Video ... >
The Judges - Sydney Wine Competition
This will be Kym's 10th appearance on our Panel, and fifth as Chief Judge and Chairman of Judges. Australian by birth and education, Roseworthy Graduate and Master of Wine, Kym first made his mark as Chief Winemaker for Villa Maria Estate in New Zealand . Click Here to View Video ... >
The Mudgee Wine With Food Challenge
The Mudgee Wine With Food Challenge is a unique show where winemakers within the region of Mudgee enter their wines to be judged alongside food. Kirk Pengilly and Lane Beachly were among the guests including local wine makers, foodies and general public that wanted to be part of this local event. Click Here to View Video ... >
Wine Australia's sponsorship and project assistance is exclusively directed to funding the production of the editorial video footage that captures both regional and winemaker profiles. The sponsorship does not subsidise any retail or commercial activity undertaken by About the House. Participation by any winery in 'Foody & the Winemaker' is not contingent on supplying wines, or paying a fee, to About the House.

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Michael Hatcher

Michael has been chief winemaker for Hungerford Hill since October 2007 and has great knowledge of the terroir of the Tumbarumba and Hilltops regions. During his time he has participated in wine show judging across Australia.
Michael’s career started at the Charles Stuart University Winery, followed by positions at Bidgeebong Wines and Australian Wine Selectors, and he gained exposure to old-world winemaking practices with a vintage at Herade do Esporao in Portugal.

An innovative and exploratory winemaker, Michael searches for new regions and winemaking techniques to fulfill his passion for creating unforgettable wines. By working with growers and viticulturalists who share his passion, Michael is able to craft extraordinary wines that arouse the senses.

Michael understands Chardonnay, it’s in his soul. He views Chardonnay as amongst the greatest varieties in the world and this respect is why his wines are adored both here and internationally.
Rebecca Sutton

Experienced with food from a grass roots level as an agronomist, Rebecca Sutton initially started her career with a Bachelor of Rural Science and now owns her own Catering business Olive.A.Twist .

Cooking has always been her preferred vocation ... in between the ‘farmer’ bits and the travelling.

On completing her sommelier studies, hands on experience was gained over successive vintages with Lowe Family Wines in Mudgee. This has lead to wine judging both on a local and state level.

Whether it be writing, marketing, constructing menus or in fact eating, Rebecca is about quality, fresh produce and supporting those who own this ethos.
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