Episodes

1. Aperitif

2. Chardonnay

Jancis Robinson investigates the aristocrat of red wine grapes - cabernet sauvignon - the main variety in many famous bottles of claret.

3. Cabernet Sauvignon

4. Sauvignon Blanc

5. Syrah a.k.a. Shiraz

6. Riesling

7. Pinot Noir

8. Merlot

9. Grapes and Gas

10. Grape Invaders

Overview

In an encyclopaedic tour around the wine producing countries of the world Jancis Robinson captures the flavour of each region’s wines and recommends the best names to look out for. Everything from production and tasting to storing of wine is covered. Each of the 10 episodes is centred on a major grape variety with other important wine topics woven in where appropriate. Being a well known wine authority, Jancis Robinson is able to infiltrate the wineworld’s elite and shows the viewer all aspects of wine production.

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