Dispel the myth that Sauternes, the sweet wine produced in France, only pairs with sweet foods. Also understand why the production of this wine is one of the riskiest businesses around.
Languages: English
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The Value of Languedoc
Join Wine Sense in Languedoc, France, to find out why this region, historically known for producing cheap wines, is establishing itself as an up-and-coming producer of internationally recognized wines.
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Bordeaux: The Untouchables
Wine Sense visits the infamous region of Bordeaux to talk about the history of the wine industry in France, the commitment to terroir, and what each varietal adds to the infamous Bordeaux Blend.
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The Christchurch Earthquake: A Case Study
The destructive and unexpected nature of earthquakes has remained a constant threat since civilization began. Suitable for all secondary audiences, this two-part program firstly examines the scientific aspects of an earthquake, focusing on the earth’s structure and the changes which take place both before and after a seismic event. The second part is an in-depth case study of the February 2011 earthquake in Christchurch. A devastating event for the city’s residents and surrounding landscape, viewers hear firsthand accounts from seismology experts, emergency response leaders, rebuilding and reconstruction co-coordinators, and locals.
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Maori Land Protests
The 1970s was a period of great social and political upheaval around the world, including the push for indigenous equality and land rights. The Maori protest movement was the result of a culmination of grievances dating back to the signing of the treaty of Waitangi in 1840. This documentary style program explores the reasons for the 1970s Maori protest movement, the 1975 Hikoi protest march, the Occupation of Bastion Point in 1977, and how Aotearoa-New Zealand has changed since the protests. Interviews with New Zealand historians Claudia Orange, Dr Benjamin Pittman and Mark Derby provide a great overview of the key protests and their enduring significance.
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Module 8: Earth Systems
All systems on Earth end up working together in the end. Honestly, it’s more heartwarming than the last day of summer camp. But sometimes people get in the way, like that kid who keeps hiccupping during the group meditation. Can the hiccups be cured? Can humans live in harmony with Earth systems? Let’s talk about it.
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Shiraz: Gnarly Old Beasts
Gain a new understanding of Australian Shiraz while you uncover the value in a country that has some of the oldest vines on the planet.
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Chardonnay: So You Don’t Like Chardonnay
Meet the ugly duckling of the wine family. Mark examines this fascinating blend and the reasons behind why it sometimes gets such a bad wrap in the world of wines.
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Cabernet Sauvignon: A Brilliant Blend
Who says blending is bad? Not the Australians, and certainly not those from Margaret River or Coonawarra, regions that are internationally known for producing premium Cabernet Sauvignon blends.
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Riesling: A Walk on the Dry Side
Contrary to popular belief, not all Rieslings are sweet and fruity. But the problem seems to be the words sweet and fruity that prevent most wine drinkers from taking it seriously. Take a walk on the dry side and discover that Aussie Rieslings are, for the most part, dry!