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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Explore the wines being made in Gisborne in New Zealand with Paul and Geordie of TW Wines.

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.