<p>In this penultimate episode of Vintage Politics series one I’m joined by Lord Patten, the last Governor of Hong Kong, who oversaw the historic 1997 handover.</p><p><br></p><p>We look back at that pivotal moment and ask how relations between Hong Kong, China and the West have shifted and, in his view, deteriorated in the years since.</p><p><br></p><p>We also explore why the University of Oxford seems to produce so many British prime ministers, and what that reveals about power and political networks.</p><p><br></p><p>And after a lifetime in public life from Westminster to the world stage, Lord Patten reflects on the lessons that still resonate today and the role he considers his greatest achievement - it might just surprise you.</p><p><br></p><p>All over some great wines from Oxford to China and a first for Vintage Politics… a cocktail with a royal connection.</p><p><br></p><p>Wines featured:</p><p>Yalumba Y Series Sauvignon Blanc 2022/23, Australia (<a href="https://www.majestic.co.uk/wines/yalumba-y-series-sauvignon-blanc-59108">Majestic</a>)</p><p>Hundred Hills First Edition 2018 England (<a href="https://thefinestbubble.com/english-sparkling-hundred-hills-first-edition-2018-75cl">The Finest Bubble</a>)</p><p>Célèbre Red, Yunnan China 2018 (<a href="https://winesofchina.uk/products/celebre-red">Vinum Eurus</a>)</p><p>Heritage Grande Champagne Cognac 1944 (<a href="https://hedonism.co.uk/product/hermitage-grande-champagne-1944-cognac">Hedonism</a>)</p>