Jay Bessell, Glass Half Full Wine Consulting

Jay Bessell, Glass Half Full Wine Consulting www.jaybessell.com

A sommelier with decades of wine industry experience, I use teaching and theatre to make wine approachable and fun.

Through award-winning wine lists, education and events, I share the history and human experiences behind every bottle. With decades of experience in the wine industry and a deep connection to Europe’s renowned wine regions, I blend education, storytelling, and performance to create engaging, memorable 'edutainment' experiences. I’m passionate about making wine approachable and fun while championin

g local Australian producers. My passion lies in sharing the human stories behind every bottle, celebrating the people, places, and craftsmanship that make wine special in an unpretentious way. Contact me to curate an exceptional wine list, create unforgettable wine experiences, or to explore how we can collaborate.

20/08/2026

Website:
www.jaybessell.com

Planning a private lunch, dinner or something a little more special?

I can create and host your own bespoke wine lunch or dinner.
What do you get …
great wines, great food and plenty of stories, tailored completely to your group.

Corporate teams, clients or simply a table of friends. No pretension, just a seriously good wine experience.

Get in touch and let’s create something memorable around the table.

17/08/2026

Typicity

Want to understand wine? Start with typicity.

It simply means: does this wine taste like what it is and where it comes from?

Learn what’s typical first
So the classic aromas, flavours and structure.

That’s where wine education starts.

Reach out if you want to talk about wine training

Website:
www.jaybessell.com

16/08/2026

Pubs - Every table Is an opportunity

A confident recommendation at the right moment can completely change the experience.

I help pub teams make those conversations feel natural, not scripted.

Better service.
Happier guests.
Better sales.

Website:
www.jaybessell.com

14/08/2026

riday night Wine
With the man the legend himself Peter Dredge, he is in at the City Wine Shop today having a chat to people about 5 of his wines on pour tonight.

2025 Dr Edge Riesling
TAS
Available take away
City Wine Shop $42

13/08/2026

Wine and Cheese event

07/08/2026

Field blend… where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Friday night wine !!!!!

2023 Athletes of Wine
Red Alpine Field Blend
Alpine Valleys, Victoria

Take home from Le Pub – $38

This isn’t your typical blend. It’s a true field blend
33 grape varieties planted, grown and harvested together, with a strong focus on Italian varieties from the Walpole nursery block.

A collaboration between Liam O’Brien, Mark Walpole and Tim Walpole, this wine captures the spirit of Australia’s cool climate Alpine Valleys while channelling the energy of Northern Italy.

Expect vibrant red and black fruits, savoury dried herbs and a fresh, lifted finish that keeps you coming back for another sip.

Sometimes, the whole really is greater than the sum of its parts.

02/08/2026

Nebbiolo =Happiness

2024 Mount Towrong
Nebbiolo/ Chardonnay
Method traditional sparkling
Mount Macedon, Victoria.

Bright citrus and crunchy green apple from the Chardonnay,
but then Nebbiolo steps in with delicate rose petals, wild strawberries and just a whisper of savoury spice.

It’s fresh, vibrant and incredibly drinkable.

Want to know more about Nebbiolo and the classic grape varietals of Piedmont join me
🔗
https://events.humanitix.com/wines-of-piedmont

31/07/2026

Friday night Wine

This week’s Friday Night Wine is a little bit different…

2025 Ghost Rock “Supernatural” Skins
Pinot Gris
Pinot Noir
Riesling
Cradle Coast, Tas

If you’ve ever been curious about skin-contact wines, this is the perfect place to start.

Wild fermented, unfiltered, unfined and made with minimal intervention, it’s bursting with blood orange, grapefruit, wild strawberries and a gentle savoury edge, all wrapped up in Tasmania’s trademark freshness.

This is the sort of wine that makes you stop and think… then immediately pour another glass.
$35 takeaway

Who’s feeling adventurous this weekend?

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