Generally chewing the cud grape on all things wine. Joe Wadsack and, whether Richard or Alex Avery, they both love their wine. Both have various connections within the wine world. Whether Talking of Wine between themselves or with invited guests they will invariably have a glass of something in hand. Learn a bit, laugh a bit and please send in any questions or suggestions. Bottoms up!
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Where we discuss the element of nurture in wine-making. To be honest, a lot of the episode focuses on Burgundy but that is because it contextualises the role of the producer so well. Individuality can be critical in the world of wine but so can homogeneity. Choices are made from the planting of a vine and who owns it, right through to the moment of bottling. Rather predictably the path runs back to merchants as well. We mention Napoleonic Law, whisky, cooking knives and Pierre Le Bon. Which is a shame as we actually meant not even Philip the Good, but his Grandfather Philip the Bold, oh well, its all just wine talk in the end.
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9 Feb 2026
Orange Wine
Orange Wine. What is it? The realm of the Hipster or an historic nod to winemaking? Actually a deceptively simple explanation but a more complicated role within todays wine world. Relationship to both organic and bio-dynamic wine-making is considered. Often associated with trend-setting habits and the modern need to explore new 'branding', the role of orange wine may actually be more significant. A fascinating insight into old school wine-making. Referencing Simian man, Eastern European future and a left-field approach into the world of refrigeration. Noroc!
(Early warning that the sound levels are a little off this episode - apologies)
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2 Feb 2026
Sherry
Again Joe talks us brilliantly through the different styles of Sherry. Similarly to other fortified wines, particularly Madeira, the grades of sherry depend greatly on dryness and sweetness. From Manzanilla through to Noe. Solera system explained. Anyone who still thinks Palo Cortado means pale and short need to listen in and it certainly isn't just for the older generations. Is this, as Joe offers up, the finest wine in the world? Certainly terrific value in supermarkets and, as ever, a world that should be explored with a glass in hand and the latest #Oreglo album playing. Salud!
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