The Flying Winemaker gets Netflix deal

Eddie McDougall, aka The Flying Winemaker, has signed a deal with Netflix to air his self-titled 13-part food and travel documentary series, which showcases Asian wine and food pairings as he ventures through China, Japan, India, Vietnam, Indonesia and Thailand.

Eddie McDougall, aka The Flying Winemaker.

From July 2017, audiences in Australia and New Zealand will initially be able to view The Flying Winemaker, which will then be rolled out to other global territories.

“I am incredibly excited to be part of the Netflix family. The way they have shaped modern entertainment and attracted viewers is the way of the future,” said McDougall.

“I firmly believe that this partnership highlights The Flying Winemaker’s vision to make wine fun and accessible, whilst at the same time, positions the Asian-way as the one setting the trends for the globe. We look forward to extending this partnership into more territories around the world.”

The Flying Winemaker was launched by McDougall in 2011 as an events, marketing, and public relations company, based in Hong Kong, with the aim of educating and connecting wine drinkers to winemakers through innovative experiences, classes, and unique channels.

The success of his TV series, originally aired on TLC, helped propel McDougall’s Flying Winemaker brand internationally, and contributed to the launch of the Asian Wine Review and Festival in 2016, with the second instalment running in February this year. Eddie is also chairman of the Asian Wine Review – a comprehensive book on wineries in the region, industry knowledge, and the latest business trends.