Glass of Bubbly
Sussex Vineyards
Sussex Vineyards is family run, specialising in top quality English sparkling wines from the Sussex High Weald. Gerard and Jonica Fox own and run the two vineyards, either side of the historic village of Mayfield in East Sussex. The first vineyard (Hobdens) was planted in 2004-2005 and produces the flagship saignée rosé: Mayfield Exprression Brut Rosé. The second, larger vineyard (Lakestreet) was planted in 2010/2011 and produces a range of Blanc de Blancs and Blanc de Noirs: Mayfield Essence, Inspiration and Tradition. The grapes grown are Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc. The emphasis is on minimal intervention in the vineyard & light manipulation in the winery. Quality is favoured over quantity. Huge attention is taken to getting…
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What to do in London this New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve creates a huge buzz in the city of London and with bars and restaurants open till late you’re never short of a place to drink bubbly! Here’s a few great places to celebrate… Bars & Restaurants Voltaire – Square Mile Bring in the New Year at Voltaire Cocktails & Champagne Bar as you dance the…
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6 Top Quality Sparkling Wines from Canada
Handsome Brut Handsome Brut, a new sparkling wine brand hailing from Ontario, Canada, is on a mission to prove that bubbles are the perfect tipple—for any occasion. Despite it’s friendly demeanour, quality and heritage are at the heart of Handsome Brut. Produced with 100% Ontario Chardonnay grapes in the méthode traditionelle, this VQA-approved wine is…
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Pairing Champagne & Sparkling Wine with Christmas Dinner
Bubbly isn’t just for an apéritif or after-dinner drink, it can be enjoyed throughout the whole Christmas feast! The great thing about Champagne and sparkling wine is that it’s versatile, so try out some new pairings and experiment with bubbly from around the world. Here’s a few suggestions: Canapés / nibbles: As an opening drink, you can’t go wrong with…
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Mulled Champagne / Sparkling Wine Cocktail
Mulled wine and Champagne might sound bizarre… but it can actually work! To make the mulled Bellini, you will need a mulled wine syrup (either bought or made) combined with any type of bubbly – Champagne, Prosecco, Cava etc. – which will create a fizzy and spicy Christmas drink. If you want to make the…
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UK Ministers urged to opt for English Sparkling Wine at Official Events
Government Ministers are being suggested to serve home-grown sparkling wine rather than Champagne, Prosecco and Cava at official events. The plea comes from Arundel and South Downs MP Nick Herbet. Being from an area that produces award-winning sparkling wine, the MP has noticed it’s superb quality and potential. Sussex is home to some top quality English…
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Marks & Spencer now sells Prosecco Jeroboams
M&S has become the first high street shop to offer Prosecco in a 3 litre bottle. With the UK still in love with the Italian fizz, M&S has high hopes the large bottles of Prosecco – which equal four standard sized bottles – will be a hit this time of year. Jeroboams are great for parties, offering…
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Endless Champagne this Festive Season at Kettner’s, Soho
Kettner’s Champagne and cocktail bar in Soho are set up for an exciting festive period, and with changes underway, it will be the last in it’s current form. Christmas With traditional and elegantly decorated private rooms, a Christmas menu to make Dickens weep and the scent of mulled wine flowing up through the stairs… it’s…
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Winter Experience at The View from the Shard, London
Until 31st January, the View from the Shard in London will be transforming into an enchanted, sensory winter experience. Enjoy a glass of Champagne while looking out at the stunning views across the London skyline! ‘The Height of Winter’ has been designed by innovative British experience designers Bompas and Parr and features glittering experiences alongside perfumers, composers, psychologists and…
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