Ep 151: The English Wine Movement with Henry Jeffreys, author of Vines in a cold climate (Part 1)

EAT SLEEP WINE REPEAT: A wine podcast

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On today's episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with the incredible Henry Jeffreys, a renowned writer and speaker. With an extensive background in the world of wine, Henry has graced the airwaves of BBC Radio Four and Five, served as the wine critic for The Lady, and been featured in reputable publications like The Spectator and The Guardian. Notably, he was honored with the Drinks Writer of the Year award by Fortnum and Mason in the previous year. Henry has also penned notable books such as ‘The Home Bar’ and ‘The Cocktail Dictionary.’

We delve deep into his latest literary offering, ‘Vines in a Cold Climate,’ a book that was recently released this year and is readily available on Amazon. Henry has generously narrated the audiobook version himself, making it an excellent choice for those on the go or simply looking to immerse themselves in the narrative. ‘Vines in a Cold Climate’ offers a compelling exploration of the English wine revolution, spotlighting the remarkable individuals driving this transformation. Tune in as we unravel the fascinating insights and narratives within this captivating work.

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If you want to skip ahead:

04.26: Why write this book on english wine?

06.45: Make the wine about the people

08.23: Henry’s unique wine related experiences

10.24: Going down to Oastbrooke

12.31: Tibetan singing bowls and drinking wine

14.22: Trip to the Mosel

16.26: Henry’s first English Wines

18.20: Adding grape juice to wine in the 1970s

20.00: Peter Hall working with Karl Heinz Johner

24.45: The first commercial Vintage of Nyetimber

27.17: Sandy Moss and Mike Roberts visiting Champagne

29.05: Henry and blind tasting

30.38: Champagnes’ expensive vineyard prices

33.18: The Charmat Method v Traditonal Method

35.26: More Stories From Henry’s research

37.47: Charlie Holland left Gusbourne for Jackson Family Wines

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