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Shiraz, Cabernet & Creativity: Chris Carpenter of Hickinbotham Wines

2026-07-20 0 Dailymotion

In this episode, Nick Hall, editor-in-chief at Man of Many, discusses the intricacies of bold red wines with special guest Chris Carpenter, chief winemaker at Hickinbotham Wines in South Australia. Chris shares insights from his journey from bartending in Chicago to becoming a renowned winemaker, detailing his holistic approach to wine growing and production. They delve into the characteristics of bold red wines like Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz, the unique qualities of McLaren Vale vineyards,