The scene where the wine tasting took place was actually shot at Rodenbach, a beer brewery in Roeselaere, Belgium.
Former professional cyclist Rob Harmeling plays the father of André Tankink. Harmeling has climbed the Mont Ventoux during professional races.
In the scene where young Bart is giving an 'interview' he mentions the birthday of his uncle Henk. Alex Hendrickx, he actor who plays young Bart, actually has an uncle named Henk.