🎙️ On this week’s episode of Food Rebels, AJ is joined by Clare Pope, editor of Taste Kent, and food and drink marketing expert Sam Beeny for a wine-filled adventure through the stunning Wayfarer Wines vineyard in Kent, recorded live from their tasting room on a balmy summer’s evening. 🍇✨
They sit down with Karen Ashford, co-founder of Wayfarer Wines, to uncover how a retirement dream turned into one of Kent’s most exciting still wine producers, and why they’ve chosen to rebel against the UK’s sparkling-dominated wine scene.
Karen shares how the family’s love of still wines led them to plant specific clones, the importance of chalk versus clay soils, and why Wayfarer is proudly committed to doing things their own way. From crafting award-winning Bacchus and Pinot Gris to designing wine labels that feature the family dogs and even making luxury candles from recycled bottles, every detail tells a story. 🐾🕯️
There’s wine talk (lots), a very content baby Orla, a touching tribute to a family friend, and a serious sense of place. It’s an ode to slow growth, storytelling, and sipping something delicious with the people you love.
This one will make you want to book a vineyard visit or at least open a bottle. 🍷