Posts Tagged ‘Lanson’
The Quest For Champagne
Champagne Lanson has bestowed upon us a mighty endeavor, a quest for Champagne, they recently released two outstanding 2004 Vintage Champagnes, becoming some of the oldest prestige vintage Champagnes currently available on the market. It’s up to us to transport them from the Champagne Region to the United Kingdom, our quest will take us up…
Read MorePairing Mr Kipling Cakes with a Glass of Bubbly
Samples continue to pour into the Glass of Bubbly office and one such parcel which followed a quick chat on Twitter was one from Mr Kipling Cakes. One of the most popular brands here in the UK and certainly a household name and for some no doubt a weekly must have on the shopping list…
Read MoreVintage Champagne
Vintage – an ordinary word which can somehow lift the spirits or confound and confuse. When used in terms of fashion it can quite throw me. I get it that a handbag my grandma might have used can be described as vintage, but surely not the pale green cotton flares I was wearing what seems…
Read MoreChampagne – The Better Half
As an avid Champagne drinker, I have discovered that a half bottle is often the perfect treat for a casual brunch, to start a meal, the right amount for an afternoon delight, or an evening nightcap. Here are some of the many that I love. Lanson Black Label Brut In 1798, the Maltese Cross became…
Read MoreStunning Ice White Champagne & Sparkling Wine Bottles
We often see sparkling wines in dark green bottles, usually with dark or neutral – sometimes colourful labels. It looks quite striking to see an icy white bottle so it’s no surprise the trend is becoming quite popular amongst Champagne and sparkling wine producers. White Champagne and sparkling wine bottles often signify that they are made…
Read MorePerfect Champagne Gifts for Valentine’s Day
Champagne is one of the ultimate symbols of romance and luxury. It makes the perfect gift for your other half, your friends or even better – for yourself! Here’s some fantastic and romantic Champagnes you can easily pick up from store or order online: Lanson Rose & Black Mini Duo, £26 at MoonPig.com Can’t decide…
Read MoreCelebrity Interview: Simon McCoy
Simon is a BBC TV News presenter. He was a producer at the launch of Sky News – and stayed there for 16 years – as Royal Correspondent and presenter. Where’s the most memorable place you’ve enjoyed a Glass of Bubbly? On the deck of the Royal yacht Britannia. The Queen was hosting a drinks…
Read MoreCelebrity Interview: Jane Parkinson
Jane is an award-winning journalist, author and broadcaster who was crowned International Wine & Spirit Competition Communicator of the Year in 2014. She is a wine expert on BBC1’s Saturday Kitchen Live and author of Wine & Food. Jane is a previous recipient of the Chairman’s Award at the Louis Roederer International Wine Writers’ Awards…
Read MoreDiscover Champagne in Reims
Reims is a city steeped in history and for more than 1,000 years, 33 French kings were crowned at its Cathédrale Notre-Dame. It is also at the heart of France’s Champagne region. Only wines made in the area can have the name Champagne. Reims has five sites that have official UNESCO World Heritage status, with the latest…
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