Vintage Politics

John Pienaar: Brexit, Boris and Champagne at Dawn

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Episode notes

A true heavyweight of political journalism joins Vintage Politics.

This week, John Pienaar brings decades of reporting from the front line of politics to the podcast — with candid insights on Boris Johnson, Brexit and why it remains “lying in the bloodstream of our politics”, US presidential elections, and the legendary political all-nighters that sometimes ended with a champagne breakfast.

It’s a rich conversation full of stories, sharp analysis and hard-earned perspective — with, of course, great wines along the way. Expect great conversation, great insight and a vintage political discussion not to miss.

Wines featured:

Mid week wine: Morrisons The Best Beaujolais (Morrisons)

Pauline Collin Bereche Ludes Vielles Vignes 2019 (Hedonism)

Côte de Brouilly, Domaine Lafarge Vial, Beaujolais 2016 (Corney and Barrow)

Aloxe-Corton Les Vercots 1er Cru Maison Morey-Blanc 2019 (Corney and Barrow)

Hermitage Grande Champagne 1957 (Hedonism)