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UK Wine Show

Welcome, the UK Wine Show explores the wine scene in the UK. During each show we interview winemakers, consumers, critics, wine bar owners.

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  1. Is Forrest Albarino the Best from NZ?

    John Forrest of Forrest Wines was one of the first to grow Albarino commercially in New Zealand. He talks Marlborough sites, advice from Telmo Rodriguez, and why oak is off the table. Chris tries it live and gives his verdict.

  2. Mid Strength Wines with John Forrest of Forrest Wines

    Mid strength wine that still tastes like the real thing? John Forrest of Forrest Wines has been at it for 20 years and says drinkers are fed up with zero alcohol.

  3. 40 Years of Organics with Lance Piggot of Vintage Roots

    Lance Piggot, co-founder of Vintage Roots, joins Chris to mark 40 years of organic wine. We cover the founding story, natural wine, regenerative farming, PIWI grapes and the future of packaging.

  4. Fine Wine Investing Explained: Part 3 - The Last 20 Years

    Chris looks at 22 years of Liv-ex data to see how fine wine has really performed since 2004, comparing the Liv-ex 50, 100 and 1000 against the FTSE, Dow Jones and NASDAQ, once fees and storage costs are taken into account.

  5. Fine Wine Investing Explained: Part 2 - The Collector and Fine Wine Markets

    Rare bottles. Bonded warehouses. Six figure sales. Chris pulls back the curtain on the fine wine collector market and how the trade really works.

  6. Fine Wine Investing Explained: Part 1 - The Three Markets You Need to Know

    Chris Scott breaks down the fine wine investment market: the three distinct markets, and why provenance and storage make or break a wine's value.

  7. Dr Darrell Lizamore on The Genetics of PIWI Grape Varieties

    Why do some grape varieties resist mildew while others don't? Dr Darrell Lizamore breaks down the genetics of PIWI grapes and what it takes to breed disease resistance into a vine without losing flavour.

  8. Dr Darrell Lizamore on Breeding New Clones of Sauvignon Blanc

    Dr Darrell Lizamore of the Bragato Research Institute explains how New Zealand scientists are breeding new clones of Sauvignon Blanc, aiming for disease resistance, frost tolerance and better flavour without losing the grape's true identity.

  9. The Science of Grapevine Genetics, from Clonal Selection to CRISPR

    Dr Darrell Lizamore of New Zealand Winegrowers explains how grapevine genetics really works, from centuries of clonal selection and mass selection to induced mutation, transgenics, CRISPR gene editing and epigenetics.

  10. Can PIWI Grapes Protect New Zealand from Powdery Mildew? With Jim White of Cloudy Bay

    Powdery mildew is getting harder to control in Marlborough. Jim White of Cloudy Bay explains why, and why a new generation of disease-resistant PIWI grape varieties might be the answer New Zealand growers have been waiting for.

  11. Jim White on Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc and 40 Years of Marlborough

    Get up close and personal with Jim White as he shares his insights on Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc and the region that has shaped it.

  12. What Does WineGB Do Nicola Bates on Advocacy, Policy and the Future of English Wine

    WineGB. 500 members. One CEO. Nicola Bates joins Chris to talk lobbying, duty reform, hybrid grapes and why English wine needs government support to keep growing.

  13. English Wine The Numbers The Challenges and The Opportunity - Nicola Bates WineGB

    How many bottles does England actually make? Where are we exporting? And can vineyards really make money? WineGB CEO Nicola Bates has the numbers - and some honest answers.

  14. From Dry River to Oraterra: Wilco Lam on Regenerative Viticulture and Large Format Oak

    Wilco Lam brought his whole team with him when he left Dry River. Now at Oraterra in Martinborough, he tells Chris Scott what it really takes to build something new from the ground up.

  15. 20 Years of Change in the UK Wine Trade with James Ellis

    James Ellis of Ellis Wines first appeared on the UK Wine Show in 2006. He's back in 2026 and we asked him the same fundamental questions. His answers reveal just how much the UK wine trade has shifted in two decades.

  16. Wilco Lam on Martinborough, Wairarapa Wine and Why Wind Matters

    Wilco Lam, chair of the Wairarapa Winegrowers Association and winemaker at Oraterra, joins Chris Scott to explore Martinborough's terroir, wind-driven viticulture, wine tourism growth and the varieties shaping this corner of New Zealand.

  17. Chardonnay Clones Explained with Ian Quinn of Two Terraces Hawke's Bay

    Five clones. One vineyard. Endless complexity. Ian Quinn of Two Terraces in Hawkes Bay explains why he grows five different Chardonnay clones and what each one contributes to the final wine.

  18. Contract Growing, Rare Varieties and Hawkes Bay with Ian Quinn from Two Terraces

    You plant Gamay. A grape expert visits. Turns out it is Pinot Noir. Only in wine. Ian Quinn of Two Terraces joins us to talk Hawkes Bay, Chenin Blanc, Gamay and building a vineyard from the ground up.

  19. Is New Zealand Albarino Any Good

    Ian Quinn of Two Terraces in Hawkes Bay grows Albarino for several winemakers across the region. We explore how and why they came to plant the variety, the different styles being produced, and why New Zealand Albarino is proving to be very good indeed.

  20. Big Vine Theory Research with Dr Paul Epee

    Viticulturists will love geeking out on this episode as we explore the latest in training methods and big vine theory with Dr Paul Epee, research scientist at the Bragato Institute in Marlborough.

  21. Innesto and Innovation from Toscana IGT with Sofia Ricasoli

    Chris meets Sofia Ricasoli in Soho to launch her new wines, including Innesto No.1, a multi-vintage Toscana IGT blend. She explains how the project brings a fresh, modern vision to her family's centuries-old winemaking tradition.

  22. New Zealand Wine Insights with Brent Linn

    How does Hawkes Bay sit within the overall New Zealand wine scene. Brent Linn from the Hawke's Bay Winegrowers Association joins the podcast to share insights into the region's role, strengths and future within the industry.

  23. Hawkes Bay Overview with Brent Linn

    We talk to Brent Linn to get an overview of the Hawkes Bay wine region on the North Island of New Zealand.

  24. 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.

  25. 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.

  26. 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.

  27. 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.

  28. 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.

  29. 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.

  30. 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

  31. 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.

  32. 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.

  33. 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.

  34. 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.

  35. 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.

  36. 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.

  37. 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.

  38. 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.

  39. 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.

  40. 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.

  41. 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.

  42. 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.

  43. 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.

  44. 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.

  45. 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.

  46. 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.

  47. 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.

  48. 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.

  49. Weather and Soils of Bandol with Cedric Gravier

    We're back to Bandol, talking weather and soils with Cedric Gravier of La Suffrene.

  50. 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.

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Welcome, the UK Wine Show explores the wine scene in the UK. During each show we interview winemakers, consumers, critics, wine bar owners.

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