the "wine-ish" podcast for the curious and the kindred. we go behind the obvious to explore the people, culture, and business of english wine and beyond.
the radio show for the wine industry. hosted by dan kirby and brad horne, featuring honest stories from the winemakers, writers, and experts defining the wines we love.
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Hosted by Brad Horne @winetimelondon & Dan Kirby @dnkrbywine
sp#19 - charlie holland: english wine harvests from the inside and outside.
charlie holland shares his inside view as winegb chair and experience with outside investment in uk winemaking.
the news from around the world says it all this week, a very early northern hemisphere harvest, felt particularly by the sparkling wine industry here in the uk.
wine industry digest – the week in wine every friday
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21 Sept 2026
sp#18 - tommy grimshaw: the philosophy of winemaking and friendship
the first of a couple of episodes over the english wine harvest, chatting to some of the best winemakers in the country. firstly we catch up with, perhaps a hungover, perhaps just in a reflective mood tommy grimshaw. we chat through his winemaking style, and outlook on a peaceful life guided by the grower vignerons of champagne.
wine industry digest – the week in wine every friday
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7 Sept 2026
sp#17 - jancis robinson: wine is geography in a bottle.
we’re just absolutely delighted to have the actual jancis robinson on the show this week. we discuss the launch of the 9th edition of the world atlas of wine, how easy it is to remain enthusiastic, and a convenient love of travel planning.
[00:00] intro and news
[04:30] actual jancis robinson interview starts
[05:02] discussing the 9th edition of the world atlas of wine
[06:22] climate change and sustainability
[11:15] choosing new regions for the atlas
[17:03] mw tasting and theory tips
[20:13] life outside of wines and travel plans
[21:10] tv spots as the first wine influencer
[24:14] wrap up
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