McLeish Estate with Jessica McLeish

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we interview Jessica McLeish from McLeish Estate.  McLeish Estate is located at 462 DeBeyers Road, Polkolbin NSW 2320 and is part of the Hunter Valley wine region.  It was established in 1985 when her parents Robert and Maryanne planted Semillon & Chardonnay.  Jessica is the second generation in the McLeish family and is driving the future of McLeish Estate.  Jessica shares her wine journey including vintages in Chateau Carsin in France, certifications in AWAC and WSET Level 3 as well as her experience as as a judge at the International Wine Challenge in London.  She also takes us through a flight of McLeish Estate wines where are a 2013 Semillon, 2022 Reserve Chardonnay, 2023 Tri Moir, and 2023 Shiraz.Visit McLeish Estate in the Hunter Valley and check out their range at https://www.mcleishestatewines.com.au      .Subscribe to  @TheWinedUp and comment below on your favourite wine from McLeish Estate.Chapters:0:00 Preview0:37 Introduction2:15 Most memorable wine3:03 Wine you still want to drink3:38 Wine you’d love to have a wine with4:07 Favourite grape varietal5:01 Unique food and wine pairing6:03 Advice for those on wine journey7:04 What was it like growing up in a winemaking family?12:23 Common messages as a wine educator13:22 Is there a shift for consumers with Hunter Valley wine15:00 How is Jess evolving McLeish Wine16:16 2013 Semillon, McLeish Estate, Hunter Valley, NSW21:06 Experience judging at the London International Wine Challenge24:07 How has Jess’s experience translated into the wine25:23 2022 Reserve Chardonnay, McLeish Estate, Hunter Valley, NSW28:16 Hunter Valley classic Semillon Chardonnay Blend (Chelsea)29:28 What is McLeish’s sustainability and biodynamic approach31:49 2023 Tri Moir, McLeish Estate, Hunter Valley, NSW34:51 Is Merlot on trend in Australia?36:50 Any other blends being tested by McLeish Estate37:39 Scottish influence on the identity of McLeish Estate41:03 2023 Shiraz, McLeish Estate, Hunter Valley, NSW44:14 What Jess looks for in a wine44:41 What’s the future plan for McLeish Estate47:09 2025 5 star Halliday Winery48:32 Messages from Jessica McLeish49:54 The Wined Up Conclusion#podcast #wine #winetalk #shiraz #chardonnay #semillon #huntervalley #mcleishestate #jessicamcleish #supportlocal #thewinedup #thewineduppodcast #podcastThe content in this episode are our own personal experiences and opinions. There are no paid ads or promotions.Follow Us on YouTube (@TheWinedUp), Instagram (The.Wined.Up), Tik Tok (@TheWinedUp), Spotify (The Wined Up), Amazon Music ( TheWinedUp), and Apple Podcasts (The Wined Up).  Visit our website https://www.thewinedup.com.au or email us at [email protected].   Drink More, Try More, Learn More.