‘Under the Vines’ Recap: ‘The Scenic Route’

Written by John Edward Betancourt

Charles Edwards and Rebecca Gibney as Louis and Daisy in Episode 304 of ‘Under the Vines’ – ‘The Scenic Route’. (Photo Courtesy of Acorn TV.)

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode 304 of ‘Under the Vines’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.

When we enter new chapter in our lives, one that involves growth and gives us a chance to breathe for just a moment, there’s a strange little part of our brains that leads us to believe, that’s it. We’ve reached an apex point of peace and happiness and there’s nothing left for us to learn. Simply because our brains want to embrace that calm and embrace that wonder for as long as possible… when in fact, there are still growth points on the horizons. For there are always moments where we can learn, where we need to grow, in a manner that can be simple, critical or devastating and that’s why we often find ourselves shocked when those new moments of growth arrive.

But we need to continue to embrace them nonetheless and be open to change because we are ever evolving creatures that can learn so much, and never was this more evident than during this week’s episode of Under the Vines on Acorn TV. For so many found moments of growth in ‘The Scenic Route’ and faced hard truths… despite thinking a status quo had arrived. Take Tippy for instance, who thought she had settled into a safe routine that resembled what life would look life for an expecting mother. Wherein she had to suck up any concerns and not express any worries because moms were to be tough and know the way. But a visit with Nic, and the honesty exuded there taught Tippy, to ignore that advice, and forge a path that made her happy and she decided to take a break from the vineyard to begin that process.

Plus, Louis and Daisy also had quite the moment of growth in this tale, despite thinking otherwise. For they had settled into their routines and settled into what they thought were next chapters in their lives, only to discover they still had unfinished business, specifically with one another. A truth and lesson they discovered via a messed-up road trip. Where Louis went to pick up a thoughtful gift for Daisy as she picked up her wedding dress material, and well, a break down in the car allowed for them to finally talk about their feelings and about the draw they felt toward one another and that brought about some hurtful and honest moments, the kind where truth was expressed and where they both came to learn… that they needed to have more honest talks like this and dive deep into how they really feel about one another. Because that’s what helps us to truly grow and find peace in life, especially when the heart calls.

But of course, while that was a powerful moment to sit through, one that could have carried this episode, it still had more to offer us, through Don. Who came to learn that old lessons apply at any age and that sometimes… we need to objectively evaluate our relationships and what keeps them thriving to make sure they’re healthy, and well, William helped Don revisit and learn such lessons. Because he was in Don and Marissa’s life often, and suddenly eager to partner up the two vineyards and well, that somehow excited Marissa and helped Don to understand… be careful who you let into your life sometimes because the wrong parties will upend it as William began to do here. Since he began to pull Marissa away and make Don feel inadequate, all because he needed to look at the relationship and ponder upon if he was giving Marissa what she needed and vice versa or if their love was transactional and only joyous because of work.
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All of which made, for quite the stunning tale. One that thankfully, did not offer quick resolution on any of the matters here. Because in real life, there is no fast resolution to moments this deep and thoughtful, there’s merely the lesson and the work that accompanies figuring out we have something to learn. Which is likely what lie ahead. Since now Tippy has to find herself and understand her path for growth and happiness as a mother and a vintner since balance is key for a mom, and Louis and Daisy need to figure out what and who their heart desires and Don has a lot to understand regarding his marriage. That likely means, the final two episodes will ponder upon such deep matters and that’s just fine, since it gives us more wondrous concepts to feast upon, the kind that speak to the wonder and the folly of life… as only this perfect little series, can. Until next time.

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