World-famous actor Idris Elba joins host David Kermode for episode 133 of The Drinking Hour podcast to talk about his wine brand, Porte Noire, and how his interest in Champagne began. With help from his business partner, the wine expert David Farber, Elba discusses how an invitation to Sanger in the Côte des Blancs set the business in motion. The star of The Wire, Luther and Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom touches on the ethos behind Porte Noire, including the importance of storytelling and quality, his pride in a positive review from Jancis Robinson, staying close to his London roots and what’s next for the Porte Noire portfolio after the recent release of a Rosé Champagne.
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