Oliver Walkey

West Fisher Winery – Interview With Simon Fisher

By Oliver Walkey / 27th January 2025

There is no denying that English Wine is on the rise, becoming an undeniable contender to Traditional Method Sparklings around the world. To the English, it’s becoming a fan favourite and a go-to Glass of Bubbly, its quality is improving year on year and thanks to innovators and those willing to follow their dreams, the…

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The Story of Champagne Alexandre Bonnet – Part III – Face To Face

By Oliver Walkey / 24th January 2025

In the beginning, there was the vine At the extreme south of the appellation, at the crossroads of Champagne and Burgundy know-how, Domaine Alexandre Bonnet lives and vibrates to the rhythm of the vines. Because this is where wine is made, the grapes expressing both the land of its region and its memory of the…

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Bartender Made Cocktails – Bombastic

By Oliver Walkey / 23rd January 2025

This article is made in collaboration with Carlos R. Ponce, an amazing Mixolgist who now lives in Puebla, Mexico. The Cocktail that you are about to make is one of Carlos R. Ponce’s Signature Fizz Cocktails. The Recipe For Bombastic Ingredients Spiced Monkey Luxardo Chambord Lemon Juice Vanilla Cordial Prosecco Mionetto How To Make The…

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Viticulture and Oenology – Interview With Andiswa Mapheleba

By Oliver Walkey / 23rd January 2025

Wine isn’t just made, it’s crafted by the unwavering expertise of a Winemaker, sometimes old traditions are passed down by generations and on other occasions, new people venture into the industry, introducing us to new creations, this series of Winemaker Interviews will help you uncover the vast world and skills of how the artists passionate…

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Interview With A Sommelier – Philipp Reinstaller

By Oliver Walkey / 21st January 2025

The World of Wine is beautifully showcased by an army of talented Sommeliers, who help the consumer discover their next favourite bottle, understand the different regions and pair a delicious meal with the right Glass of Bubbly. In this feature, I speak with a man who has helped many people to discover the vast world…

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The Story of Champagne Alexandre Bonnet – Part II – Encounter With The Living

By Oliver Walkey / 17th January 2025

The destiny of Les Riceys The destiny of Les Riceys is deeply intertwined with viticulture. Over the centuries, people have worked to shape its landscape, tending the hillsides and using the stones to build houses in the village, then cadoles amongst the vineyards. The people of the Domaine Alexandre Bonnet are attached to its terroir…

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Bartender Made Cocktails – Billion Air Blossom

By Oliver Walkey / 16th January 2025

This article is made in collaboration with, Raja Kanwal, an amazing Bartender in India. The Cocktail that you are about to make is one of Raja Kanwal’s Signature Fizz Cocktails, which he made at Uttarakhand Bar Academy, in India, he now works as an Assistant Bartender at Romeo Lane Noida. The Recipe For The Billion…

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Doom Juice – Interview With Zachary Godbolt

By Oliver Walkey / 14th January 2025

The love of sparkling wine is infinite, a language that everyone can understand, a sparkle that can shine in anyone’s glass, it can connect people, brings them together and places a smile on faces around the world. In this exclusive feature on Glass of Bubbly, we speak with Zachary Godbolt, to co-founder of Doom Juice…

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The Story of Champagne Alexandre Bonnet – Part I – Gifts From The Earth

By Oliver Walkey / 10th January 2025

A murmuring, meandering stream Before it flows into the Seine, the Laignes winds along the valley floor surrounded by steep hills blanketed with pines, oak trees and vineyards. The history of the valley dates back to the Roman conquest of Gaulle, when Swiss survivors who fought in the battle of Autun against Caesar settled there.…

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