This is the first of series of bonus episodes. Each month we will be talking to vineyard owner and most excellent grower of grapes, Dr Paul Olding. The idea is to map out the journey of a grape, from vine to bottle. The month of April sees the vines waking up from winter hibernation only to be immediately met with the threat of frost. Paul explains the risks that this poses to the year's crop and guides us through the steps a winemaker can take to alleviate any damage. On this occasion Paul also introduces us to his Kent vineyard, Wildwood, explains to us his choices of grapes and also gives us a brief lesson in the production of vermouth. As always we deviate a little along the way. This time we are distracted by the Young Ones, fork handles and Baboons in South Africa! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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