The Wine Van

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  • 2018
  • 5 Seasons

The Wine Van is a 2018 show from Mil Ojos, which follows a van traveling around Latin America in search of the best wine and culinary experiences. The show is hosted by three passionate wine experts, including a sommelier, chef and journalist, who visit different vineyards, wineries and restaurants scattered across the continent to discover authentic and unique tastes and flavors.

The show takes viewers on an adventure across the Americas, visiting countries such as Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay, amongst others. Driving from one location to another, the hosts provide insights into how different regions of Latin America have a diverse selection of wines and indigenous foods that have their own distinctive flavors.

The show's cinematography is visually stunning, as the audience gets transported to breathtaking landscapes of the vineyards and picturesque towns that are rich in cultural history. The showrunners have used cutting-edge 4k cameras to capture every detail, from the texture of grapes in the vineyards to the meals cooked with locally grown ingredients.

Each episode is focused on a particular region or a vineyard, where the hosts converse with winemakers and chefs to learn about the winemaking process, traditional cooking techniques and cultural customs. The show has managed to strike a perfect balance between education and entertainment, as it is both informative and enjoyable.

Viewers can see the different techniques used in making the wine, from harvesting the grapes to the production process and aging of the wine. The show is not biased towards specific types of wine and explores the nuances of different varieties and blends. This approach is particularly appealing to wine enthusiasts, as the show promotes the idea of exploring different types of wine and encouraging viewers to experiment with new tastes and flavors.

Food is a major aspect of The Wine Van, and the show emphasizes the importance of using locally grown food in wine pairing. Each episode sees the hosts visit a different restaurant that serves traditional recipes, which have been passed down from generation to generation. The show makes an effort to showcase the culinary heritage of each region, exploring the fusion of indigenous ingredients and international flavors.

The Wine Van is an exploration of the cultural and culinary heritage of Latin America, where wine and food unify people from different walks of life. The showrunners have given due importance to the cultural and historical significance of each region by highlighting its uniqueness. The show goes beyond the tasting of wine and dishes and connects with the locals to understand their way of life, costume, and tradition.

In conclusion, The Wine Van from Mil Ojos is an impressive show that caters to all audiences, from die-hard wine enthusiasts to casual viewers. The show's high-quality production, stunning cinematography, and informative approach have made it an outstanding addition to the food and travel genre. The show is much more than wine and food, and the journey across Latin America is an experience that would stay with viewers for an extended period. The Wine Van is a thoroughly enjoyable show that will leave viewers yearning for more.

The Wine Van is a series that ran for 5 seasons (64 episodes) between April 3, 2018 and on Mil Ojos

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A British in La Mancha
9. A British in La Mancha
July 13, 2024
Ian can't stop finding a Spanish wine in England and sets out to discover how a winery from La Mancha has managed to conquer the British market.
To the test
8. To the test
December 31, 2022
Blondie tests Ian on the knowledge acquired in these 53 episodes.
Superhero among the vines
7. Superhero among the vines
December 31, 2022
Ian will put all his powers to use in the heart of Ribera Sacra to face a heroic harvest in an incredible land at the foot of the canyons of the Sil River.
Destination Mallorca
6. Destination Mallorca
December 21, 2022
Ian visits the island to find out what it means for a wine to have "Mediterranean character".
Wine with a Dutch flair
5. Wine with a Dutch flair
December 21, 2022
Ian Van Chapman gets to know the Geirnaert-van Ekeris family and what better way than to learn how to fuse Spanish wine and Dutch food.
Back to school
4. Back to school
December 21, 2022
Vicky takes us back to school where great wine experts will put us to the test.
Back to the harvest
3. Back to the harvest
December 21, 2022
Ian will have to make trips back in time to better understand the complexity of what the grape harvest was like years ago.
Meigas and wine
2. Meigas and wine
December 21, 2022
Ian travels to Galicia in the northwest of Spain, in the heart of Ribera Sacra. A land of wine and "meigas", wise women or "witches" whose magic and charm are transferred to the bottle.
Secret agent
1. Secret agent
December 21, 2022
Ian 005 will have to travel to Mallorca, in the heart of the Mediterranean, to infiltrate the Can Axartell winery and get his hands on its most precious treasure.
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Where to Watch The Wine Van
The Wine Van is available for streaming on the Mil Ojos website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Wine Van on demand at Amazon.
  • Premiere Date
    April 3, 2018