Drinking Well with Berry Bros. & Rudd

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  Dan Keeling – The rituals of wine, making new discoveries and Poulsard 27.06.2025 39мин

  In this episode of the podcast, we are joined by wine merchant, writer and restaurateur Dan Keeling. Dan launched cult wine magazine Noble Rot in 2013, while working in A&R for a record label. It has now been succeeded by three Noble Rot restaurants. With a bottle of Poulsard, Dan tells Barbara more about the rituals of wine he enjoys, the delights of sharing bottles at special moments and the often misunderstood world of natural wines.    Featured bottle: 2022 Côtes du Jura, Poulsard, Clos des Fraisiers, Domaine de Montbourgeau   You can browse our full selection of Jura wines here.   Find out more about Noble Rot here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Jeremy Sturges – tea blending, seasonal variation and Gigondas 17.06.2025 52мин

  Master Tea Buyer and Blender for Twinings Jeremy Sturges spends his days tasting raw materials for use in their teas and meeting the growers.     As they enjoy a bottle of Gigondas, Jeremy and Barbara cover the optimum tea brewing time, how seasonality can affect tea plants and the elegant symmetry between tasting wine and tasting tea.   Featured bottle: 2020 Gigondas, Cuvée Tradition, Moulin de la Gardette, Rhône   You can browse our full selection of Rhône wines here: Berry Bros. & Rudd - Rhône   If you’d like to find out more about Twinings and Jeremy’s role, you can do so here: Twinings - Masterful Buyers & Blenders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Neil Ridley – fun food pairings, rock ‘n’ roll and Mezcal 10.06.2025 36мин

  Our podcast guest for this episode is drinks writer, broadcaster and “crisp sommelier” Neil Ridley. Together, he and Barbara enjoy a Mezcal as they discuss his former life at a record label, artisanal spirits, tricky pronunciations (like “Bunnahabhain”) and the fun of exploring flavour – with some of your favourite nibbles. Featured bottle: Convite Mezcal, Tobala, Joven, Mexico (42%) If you would like to browse our selection of Scotch whiskies, simply follow this link: Berry Bros. & Rudd - Scotch whiskies You can find out more about Neil Ridley here: Neil's website To purchase a copy of Neil’s book “The Crisp Sommelier”, follow this link: The Crisp Sommelier by Neil Ridley - Bloomsbury Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Melania Battiston – Retsina, the role of the sommelier and New Zealand Chardonnay 03.06.2025 43мин

  This week, Barbara speaks to Melania Battiston, Wine Director at Cornus restaurant. With a bottle of New Zealand Chardonnay, they discuss the surprisingly simple science of food and wine pairing, Melania’s passion for introducing new people to wine and why you should always be honest with a sommelier.   Featured bottle: 2016 Kumeu River, Hunting Hill Chardonnay, Kumeu, New Zealand   To browse our selection of New Zealand wines, simply follow this link: https://www.bbr.com/region-3-new-zealand   Discover more about Melania’s wine list at Cornus (and perhaps make a reservation) here: https://cornusrestaurant.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Robin Gill – Bees, natural wines and simple, seasonal dining 27.05.2025 40мин

  In this episode, Barbara is joined by chef and restaurateur Robin Gill. Together, they discuss Robin’s passion for local and seasonal ingredients, particularly at his vibrant restaurant, Darby’s. They also explore the natural wine movement, the vivacity of Italy’s wines and cuisine and why beekeeping isn’t such a buzz if you haven’t got the know-how.   Featured bottle: 2021 Capo Martino, Jermann, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy   You can browse our selection of Italian white wines here.   Find out more about Darby’s – and its excellent terrace – here: https://www.darbys-london.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Alessandro Palazzi – Martinis, lemons and the joy of Vermouth 20.05.2025 45мин

  In the opening episode of our sixth series, we are joined by Alessandro Palazzi – Head Bartender at Dukes Hotel, No.3 Gin ambassador and veritable maestro of the Martini. Together, he and Barbara discuss the elegance of simplicity in cocktails, the joy of Vermouth and why, in the world of hospitality, we are always learning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Jill Douglas - Cycling, MND and Loire Sauvignon Blanc 17.12.2024 39мин

  In this episode of the podcast, we are joined by broadcaster and sports journalist Jill Douglas MBE. For seven years, Jill was CEO of My Name’5 Doddie Foundation (also Berry Bros. & Rudd’s chosen charity partner), created by late Scotland rugby player, Doddie Weir. With a bottle of Loire Sauvignon Blanc, Jill tells Barbara more about her work with MND, the buzz of covering the Olympics and her love for a dry martini. Featured bottle: 2023 Reuilly Blanc, Les Pierres Plates, Denis Jamain, Loire Click here to browse our selection of Loire whites.  If you would like to discover a white Burgundy for yourself then browse our range here. To find out more about the perfect No.3 Gin martini, click here. You can make a donation to My Name’5 Doddie here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Michel Roux – Food and wine pairing, Sauternes and Sake 03.12.2024 37мин

  Chef Michel Roux has made the pursuit of taste and culinary excellence his life’s work, particularly at his much-missed restaurant, Le Gavroche. As they enjoy a bottle of aromatic sake, Michel and Barbara cover the joys of food and wine pairing, the magic of Sauternes and what Christmas looks like in the Roux household. Featured bottle: IWA 5, Assemblage 3, Shiraiwa K.K. Brewery, Toyama Prefecture, Sake You can browse our full Sake selection here: Berry Bros. & Rudd - Sake To browse our selection of Sauternes, follow this link: Berry Bros. & Rudd - Sauternes  If you’d like to find out more about food and wine pairing for Christmas, here is our expert guide: Berry Bros. & Rudd - What to eat and drink this Christmas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Patrick Grant – Tea, tailoring and Scotch whisky 26.11.2024 44мин

  Our podcast guest for this episode is tailor and “The Great British Sewing Bee” judge Patrick Grant. Together, he and Barbara enjoy a special single malt Scotch whisky as they discuss sustainable fashion, craftsmanship and the importance of seeking out quality. To browse our selection of spirits from Nc’nean Distillery, follow this link: Berry Bros. & Rudd - Nc'nean Distillery If you would like to browse our selection of single cask whiskies, simply follow this link: Berry Bros. & Rudd - Single cask whiskies You can find out more about Patrick’s Community Clothing label here: Community Clothing To purchase a copy of Patrick’s book “Less”, follow this link: Less by Patrick Grant - Harper Collins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Katharine Pooley – The inspiration of travel, collecting and South African Cabernet Sauvignon 19.11.2024 41мин

  This week, Barbara speaks to interior designer Katharine Pooley. With a bottle of South African Cabernet Sauvignon, they explore the theme of wine as art, the creative inspiration of travelling and Katharine’s collection of recipes.    Featured bottle: 2021 Damascene, Cabernet Sauvignon, Stellenbosch, South Africa To browse our selection of wines from Damascene, simply follow this link: https://www.bbr.com/producer-4868-damascene-vineyards Discover more about Katharine’s work, particularly a wine room she created for the Château de la Croix des Gardes in Cannes, at her website: https://katharinepooley.com/portfolio/cannes-chateau/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Rachel Vosper – Candles, floriography and Austrian Riesling 05.11.2024 46мин

  Chandler Rachel Vosper is our guest for this episode. Over a bottle of Austrian Riesling, she and Barbara discuss the languages of scent and flowers, memories of special bottles shared and the magic of Riesling. Featured bottle: 2022 Riesling, Smaragd, Wachstum Bodenstein, Prager, Wachau, Austria To browse our selection of wines from Weingut Prager, simply follow this link: https://www.bbr.com/producer-8790-weingut-prager Discover more about Rachel at her website: https://rachelvosper.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Charlie Siem – Violins, musical history and Super Tuscans 05.11.2024 37мин

  In this episode, Barbara is joined by concert violinist Charlie Siem. Together, they discuss the shared creativity of winemaking and music, the experience of tasting (and playing) history and why you shouldn’t wait to open a special bottle. Featured bottle: 2019 Caiarossa, Tuscany, Italy To browse our selection of Super Tuscans, simply follow this link: https://www.bbr.com/category-super-tuscans  To listen to our episode on Super Tuscans and how they came about, you can find that here. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Df1OtbqxchoSfvpIJ4DKi?si=e9b6d852b14b4064&nd=1&dlsi=49b4d2d8b5f143f2 You can find out more about Charlie at his website here: https://www.charliesiem.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Ep 6 - Rob Symington and the future of fortified wines 16.04.2024 44мин

  In the final episode of this series, we speak to Rob Symington, Marketing Director at Symington Family Estates and part of the fifth generation of the family business. With a bottle of Graham’s 40-Year-Old Tawny Port from Rob’s own cellar, he and Barbara discuss the changing fashion for fortified wines and new, exciting ways we can enjoy them today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Ep 5 - Chris Pollington and the evolution of Tuscany 09.04.2024 30мин

  In this episode, Account Manager Chris Pollington talks to us about all things Tuscan – from the dominance of the Sangiovese grape to the region’s Bordeaux-inspired Super Tuscan wines. Over a bottle of 2019 Poggio Valente from Fattoria Le Pupille, he and Barbara examine the origins of Super Tuscans and what the rebellion of their creators means for the future of the region’s wines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Ep 4 - Mark Pardoe MW on climate change and hot vintages 02.04.2024 40мин

  Mark Pardoe MW is our Wine Director at Berry Bros. & Rudd. Having bought over 40 vintages in his career so far, he is no stranger to the nuances of vintage variation and how climate change is affecting them. With a bottle of Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair’s Bourgogne Rouge, Les Grands Chaillots from the hot 2020 vintage, Mark and Barbara explore how warmer years are becoming the norm and what this means for your wine collection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Ep 3 - Emma Fox and the future of the wines and spirits industry 26.03.2024 34мин

  For this episode of Drinking Well, we speak to Berry Bros. & Rudd CEO, Emma Fox. Emma has had a finger on the industry pulse in many CMO and CEO roles since becoming a wine buyer after university. Over a bottle of Hambledon Classic Cuvée Rosé,Emma and Barbara Drew MW discuss the future of the industry, what it’s really like running a family business and where English wine might be heading.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Ep 2 – Yoan Bernard and the Loire Valley 19.03.2024 35мин

  In this episode, we speak to Buyer Yoan Bernard about the Loire Valley and why it’s a collector’s region of the future. With a bottle of 2020 Saumur-Champigny, Les Coudraies from Domaine des Closiers, Yoan talks to us about the new style of Cabernet Franc emerging from the Loire and those bottles you simply must have in your cellar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Ep 1 - Daniel Szor and English spirits 12.03.2024 35мин

  In the first episode of our fourth series, we speak to Cotswolds Distillery founder, Daniel Szor. With an Own Selection bottling of 2018 Cotswolds Distillery English single malt whisky, Daniel discusses the rise of English spirits, his journey from New York to the Cotswolds and why the best barley is always local.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Ep 6 - Charlie Rudd and Domaine Comte Armand 01.08.2023 38мин

  In the final episode of this series, we speak to Charlie Rudd, Regional Manager for Southeast Asia and fourth generation of the Rudd family. Over a bottle of 2007 Volnay from Domaine Comte Armand, he and Barbara discuss the timeless appeal of Burgundy, the joy of Singaporean food matching and the wonder of making memories with wine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Ep 5 - Edward Richardson and Occidental 25.07.2023 38мин

  We discuss the intricacies and the history of collecting fine wine with Private Client Manager, Edward Richardson.   Edward shares a bottle of Occidental’s 2019 Station Vineyard Pinot Noir from California. As well as discussing classic fine wine regions, Edward enthuses about his regions to watch, producers to keep an eye on and how to assess whether a wine is worth collecting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices