Cabernet Queens

In this episode of Cabernet Queens, Deb Lee and Matt Morgan catch up on hectic work weeks, open a cork-sealed mystery red, and dive into a blindfolded supermarket cheese challenge.

Key Takeaways

Life updates: mortgage enquiries are flowing for Deb; Matt’s arranging tailormade trips (Thailand honeymoon, big Canada itinerary) and heading to Crete, while Deb’s off for an off-grid camper-van weekend near Chester.

Deb’s cheese clean sweep (blindfolded!): Extra-creamy Brie, cottage cheese (firmly rejected), Asda Extra Special Cheddar, and Babybel—4/4 nailed.

Food & nostalgia: feta dreams for Gree...

In this episode of Cabernet Queens, Deb Lee and Matt Morgan are joined by superfan Matt Black for a second back-to-back recording at Chung Ying in Birmingham, complete with a mystery bottle gifted by listener Nigel.

Key Takeaways

Meet Matt Black, self-proclaimed “number one fan”, who listens on long drives and pitches for longer episodes (maybe an omnibus one day…).

Guessing game chaos: first impressions of a lighter style lead to wildly different calls - Pinot Noir, Chianti and even an “Australian Shiraz”.

Travel tales turn cautionary: Matt B recalls...

In this episode of Cabernet Queens, Deb Lee and Matt Morgan are joined by special guest Mick "The Cheese" from Queso, a Midlands-based artisan cheesemonger, for a luxurious wine and cheese tasting upstairs at Chung Ying restaurant in Birmingham. 

Key Takeaways

Mick brings serious cheese knowledge (and snacks). From a triple cream French cheese to award-winning pitchfork cheddar and a surprisingly mellow blue goat’s cheese, Mick’s selections wow both Matt and Deb.

Mick explains why artisan cheese tastes better: freshness, hand-cut curds, raw milk, and care versus mass-produced block chedd...

In this episode of Cabernet Queens, Deb Lee and Matt Morgan sample a mysterious red wine with a suspiciously sweet scent and zero buzz, leading them to a surprising reveal. From charity bungee jumps in Tamworth to wild weekends in London and chaotic camper van trips with the grandkids, this episode is full of hilarious stories, questionable wine choices, and relatable chaos.

Key Takeaways

Deb proudly shares that her partner Tan completed a crane bungee jump in Tamworth to raise over £700 for The Stan Bowley Trust, a charity funding cancer treatment via CyberKnife technology. N...

In this episode of Cabernet Queens, Deb Lee and Matt Morgan sample a mystery red wine while catching up on travels, hotel surprises, and awkward holiday encounters. Matt returns from a red wine–fuelled cruise to Miami, while Deb shares the hilarious tale of accidentally booking a swingers resort in Cancun. They also answer a listener’s question about the most unexpected place they’ve enjoyed a great glass of wine.

Key Takeaways

Matt’s cruise comes with jet lag and melatonin gummies. Despite suffering from jet lag, Matt recounts a luxurious work trip involvin...

In this episode of Cabernet Queens, Deb Lee is joined by her wife, Tan, to relive their recent adventures at the Glastonbury Festival. With Matt Morgan firing off questions as a self-confessed festival virgin, the trio sip on a mystery boxed wine and cover everything from camper van comforts and festival toilets to surprise celeb sightings and their favourite musical acts.

Key Takeaways

Deb and Tan reflect on their seventh Glasto trip, this time with added comfort. They ditched the tent and opted for a camper van stay complete with a chemical toilet tent – a...

In this episode of Cabernet Queens, hosts Matt Morgan and Deb Lee return to Birmingham’s beloved wine bar, Arch 13, for another round of laughter, learning, and luscious sips. They're joined once again by Chris Connolly, owner and seasoned wine expert, who shares the fascinating history of Connolly’s, demystifies oak ageing, explains the science behind wine glasses, and gives his take on the trendy “orange wine”. All this, while the trio taste one of their most exceptional wines to date.

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A Birmingham Staple: Arch 13 is more than a wine bar—it’s part of a...

In this episode of Cabernet Queens, hosts Matt Morgan and Deb Lee return for another round of red wine tasting and candid conversation. The duo sample a mystery bottle while reflecting on memorable travel experiences and culinary escapades. From Matt’s handmade Vietnamese spring rolls to Deb’s attempt at recreating pho at home, the episode highlights the joy and occasional chaos of bringing holiday tastes back to the UK. 

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Wine Talk and Scoring: Matt and Deb taste a mystery red wine, initially underwhelmed by the aroma but pleasantly surprised as the episo...

In this episode of Cabernet Queens, hosts Matt Morgan and Deb Lee step out of Deb’s kitchen and into Birmingham wine bar, Arch 13. Joined by Chris Connolly, owner and wine expert, they dive into a guided wine tasting, learning to sip, swirl, and (try not to) spill. From Matt’s wine-induced contortions to Deb’s newfound appreciation for Malbec, this episode is packed with laughs, learning, and a lot of tannins.

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Tasting Like a Pro: Chris walks Matt and Deb through the basics of proper wine tasting—swirling, sniffing, and sipping—emphasisin...

In this episode of Cabernet Queens, hosts Matt Morgan and Deb Lee dive into another blind wine tasting adventure while sharing their travel stories. They try a mystery bottle of wine and discuss their experiences, from scooter mishaps in Vietnam to trekking through Cambodia. As they sip and chat, they reveal their ratings on the wine’s smell, taste, colour, and drinkability, adding a fun, unfiltered twist to their journey of flavour and travel.

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Travel Stories and Adventures: Matt shares details of his recent trip to Vietnam and Cambodia, including a visit to...

In this episode of the Cabernet Queens Podcast, hosts Matt Morgan, a travel expert, and Deb Lee, a mortgage advisor and wine enthusiast, dive into the world of red wine while sharing their lively travel tales. They blind taste a mystery bottle of wine and discuss everything from their favourite wines to memorable travel experiences. Whether it's exploring the best of South America or sipping wines from around the world, Matt and Deb bring a fun and relatable spin to their wine and travel stories.

This episode is packed with fun wine tasting, travel anecdotes, and...

In Episode 1 of the Cabernet Queens Podcast, hosts Matt Morgan, a travel enthusiast, and Deb Lee, a mortgage advisor who are both wine lovers, introduce their new podcast blending wine tasting, travel stories, and life anecdotes. Each episode features a mystery wine, lively conversation, and unfiltered opinions.

Key Takeaways

Wine Tasting for All: Matt and Deb approach wine with humor and relatability, sharing honest reviews from a consumer perspective without wine connoisseur pretensions.

Travel Highlights: Stories from wine tastings in South Africa and New Zealand showcase how wine and travel create...

Grab a glass and settle in for Cabernet Queens, the podcast where wine, travel, and friendship blend seamlessly.

Hosted by Deb Lee, a mortgage and protection advisor with Aldridge Mortgages & Protection, and Matt Morgan, a travel expert with Travel Counsellors, this show brings you a mix of mystery wine tasting and entertaining stories.

Every episode features a mystery bottle of wine. Deb and Matt take turns guessing the wine’s origin, type, and price, sparking lively conversations and fun anecdotes along the way.

If you love wine, enjoy travel stories, or...