Kirsten is joined by winemaker and “supertaster" CP Lin from Christchurch. Originally from Taiwan, he moved to New Zealand as a young teenager, and after studying math and engineering he turned to winemaking. For 16 years he worked for Waipara’s Mountford Winery and ensured their international fame. He's well travelled, loves wine, Cuban cigars, coffee and cooking delicious food.

Kirsten is joined by Yvonne Lorkin from Hawke’s Bay. Yvonne is a well-known New Zealand wine writer and wine judge, and she is the co-founder and Chief Tasting Officer of WineFriend, a unique on line wine shop.

Kirsten is joined by Anna Flowerday - winemaker and co-owner of the certified organic Te Whare Ra winery in Marlborough. They talk about her Australian background, the success of Te Whare Ra which she runs with her husband Jason, also a winemaker, and her love of Riesling.

Kirsten is joined by two international winemakers based in Marlborough: Patrica Miranda Taylor (Wither Hills Winery) and Leonardo Ricardéz (Indevin). Originally from Chile and Mexico, they share their stories and their passion for both New Zealand and the wine being produced here.

Kirsten is joined by Judy and Rosie Finn to discuss Neudorf Vineyards, careers, mother-daughter relationship, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, wine reviews and Albariño