Shining a Light on Vineyards with Dr Paul Epee on UV Trials and Wine Quality
Could a robot with UV light replace fungicide and change your wine? Dr Paul Epee from BRI shares trial results and why the wines did taste different.
Mar 27, 2026
UK Wine Show
The UK Wine Show is all about wine and the UK wine scene. We interview winemakers, consumers, wine bar owners, scientists, you name it, if it is about wine in the UK we will cover it. Almost all good wine from around the world washes up on these shores so we'll find out more about the people behind the wines that are making a splash.
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Episodes
UVC Lights in Vineyards with Dr Paul Epee of the Bragato Research Institute
We delve into research into UV light treatment for powdery mildew with Dr Paul Epee at the Bragato Research Institute (BRI) in Marlborough, New Zealand.
Mar 20, 2026
The New Zealand Wine Business with John Macpherson
John MacPherson (Mac) of Advintage Wine gets real about the NZ wine industry. The supermarket dominance, Sauvignon Blanc oversupply crises, and how boutique producers are still crushing it through the tough times.
Mar 13, 2026
What Kiwis Are Drinking with John Macpherson of Advintage
Advintage is one of the biggest online wine retailers in New Zealand, located in Hawke's Bay since 1999. We ask owner John (Mac) what wines Kiwis are drinking these days.
Mar 06, 2026
TW Wines with Paul Tietjen and Geordie Witters in Gisborne
Explore the wines being made in Gisborne in New Zealand with Paul and Geordie of TW Wines.
Feb 27, 2026
Matawhero Wines with Kirsten Searle
We catch up with Kirsten Searle, owner of Matawhero Wines in Gisborne located on the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand. She is a dynamic producer in the region, producing a wide range of premium quality wine styles.
Feb 19, 2026
New Zealand Wine Oversupply and Albarino Innovation with Mark Thompson from GisVin
Discover how New Zealands wine industry is navigating a major grape oversupply and why some producers are turning to Albarino for the future. Chris chats with winemaker Mark Thompson from GisVin about market pressures, pricing realities, and the experime
Feb 13, 2026
The business of Gisborne wine with Mark Thompson from GisVin
We delve into the business of making wine in Gisborne on the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand, with Mark Thompson head winemaker at GisVin.
Feb 06, 2026
Changing wine trends in China with Lenz Moser
We explore how changing consumption habits are reshaping Chinas wine industry with winemaker Lenz Moser of Chateau Changyu Moser XV.
Jan 30, 2026
Crouch Valley with Matt Cooper and Katie Yesil
We explore the vibrant English wine region of the Crouch Valley in Essex. Discover the producers, the wine styles, and the unique character of the region with Matt and Katie.
Jan 23, 2026
50 Years That Changed Wine The Birth of Modern Viticulture
A dramatic look at 19th century vine diseases that reshaped European vineyards and gave rise to the grape varieties and wine styles we know today.
Jan 16, 2026
Christmas Quiz
In this Christmas special the tables are turned when Jane quizzes Chris on his WSET L3 wine knowledge. Tune in to find out how well he does.
Dec 12, 2025
Spotlight on Premium Aromatic White Wines Part 3 Riesling Gewurztraminer and Torrontes
We explore some of the worlds most expressive aromatic white grape varieties. Riesling, Gewurztraminer and Torrontes each bring their own unique personality to the glass.
Dec 05, 2025
Premium Aromatic White Wines Part 2 Sauvignon Blanc and Muscat
Chris explores two fascinating aromatic grapes. Muscat family and Sauvignon Blanc, highlighting their unique characteristics, styles and regional expressions.
Nov 28, 2025
Spotlight on Winemaking for Premium Aromatic White Wines - Part 1
Chris takes us through the winemaking techniques used to create premium aromatic white wines as per the WSET Level 3 Wine specification.
Nov 21, 2025
How to Establish a Vineyard - Maintenance with Chris Buckley of VineWorks Part 3
In the final part of our series on establishing a vineyard, we explore vineyard maintenance once the vines are in the ground. Chris Buckley of VineWorks walks us through the key tasks throughout the year.
Nov 14, 2025
How to Establish a Vineyard - Planting with Chris Buckley of VineWorks Part 2
In this second part of series of establishing a vineyard, we explore how to prepare the ground for planting vines with Chris Buckley from VineWorks.
Nov 07, 2025
Establishing a Vineyard with Chris Buckley of VineWorks Part 1
Ever dreamt of starting a vineyard, we find out how to get started by first selecting the right plot, with Chris Buckley at VineWorks.
Oct 31, 2025
The Wee Vinoteca Profile of an Award-Winning Indie Merchant with Duncan Gammie
Discover how founder Duncan Gammie built The Wee Vinoteca, an award-winning fusion of wine shop, bar and club built on a 'less but better' philosophy.
Oct 24, 2025
Mireia Torres on Ancestral Vines
The Torres family are searching for historical or ancestral vines to bring back into production. We hear about the key criteria and the grapes they are focusing on.
Oct 17, 2025
Mireia Torres on Carbon Mitigation
Familia Torres are at the forefront of sustainability, find out what they are doing different with Mireia Torres, a fifth generation family member.
Oct 10, 2025
WSET New Directions with Michelle Brampton CEO of WSET
We go behind the scenes at the WSET with CEO Michelle Brampton to find out about the changes to culture and approach during her time as CEO.
Oct 03, 2025
Maison Mirabeau Rose Winemaking with Guillame Cordonis
Discover winemaking techniques used by Maison Mirabeau to make their famously delicate rose wines in this interview with Guillame Cordonis.
Sep 26, 2025
Maison Mirabeau with Thierry Laurence and Tessa Henderson
We dig into the Mirabeau story and how they have grown from start up to one of the leading brands in Provence over 15 years.
Sep 19, 2025
Wine Scoring with Paul Declerck
Delve into the world of wine ratings and scores with Paul Declerck, author of a new book How to Appreciate Wine.
Sep 12, 2025
Weather and Soils of Bandol with Cedric Gravier
We're back to Bandol, talking weather and soils with Cedric Gravier of La Suffrene.
Aug 01, 2025
Getting Geeky on Yeast and Acidity with Mary Bridges from Gusbourne
Mary Bridges is head winemaker at Gusbourne and is passionate about yeast, a key ingredient for making sparkling wines. In this episode we find out how yeast works and is managed throughout the winemaking process.
Jul 23, 2025
The Wines of Bandol with Cedric Gravier
Bandol in Provence is best known for Mourvedre to produce ageworthy, full-bodied reds. We meet up with the president of the Bandol winegrowers association to find out more about the region and grapes.
Jul 18, 2025
Mary Bridges on Gusbourne Estate Part 1
Meet Mary Bridges, head winemaker at Gusbourne Estate located in Kent producing premium sparkling and still wines. We find out how Mary began her winemaking career while studying at Plumpton College and working several vintages.
Jul 11, 2025
The State of the Fine Wine Market with Tom Burchfield from Liv-ex Part 2
We continue looking at the fine wine market with Tom Burchfield and the regions to watch other than the traditional high-end Bordeaux and Burgundy markets.
Jun 20, 2025
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