Glass of Bubbly
Fancy helping to make your own Glass of Bubbly?
In the UK, as in Champagne, grapes for sparkling wine need to be picked by hand. This is a labour intensive process, which can go on over several weeks as different varieties, and even different clone / rootstock combinations of the same variety, all ripen at different rates. Careful analysis of sugar levels rising and…
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Chianti producer Piccini launches sparkling wine
The Piccini family are fourth generation wine producers based in the Chianti region, of Italy, they have branched out with a sparkling wine called Piccini 1882, this spumante is made with a blend of Glera grapes, (used in Prosecco) and Chardonnay. This is an fresh, easy drinking sparkling wine with delicate citrus fruit and floral notes.…
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6 Misconceptions about Champagne & Sparkling Wine
Sparkling wine is only for celebrations Bubbly is ideal for a party, but it’s great for so much more too. Take food pairing for example – Champagne and sparkling wine is a fantastic compliment to a variety of foods, such as seafood, desserts and cheeses, to name just a few. Having a glass of bubbly in the garden on…
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Vondeling, South African Sparkling Wine
The original Vondeling farm dates back to 1704 with a wine making tradition stretching back over three centuries. Englishman Julian Johnsen, Managing director and co-owner, has been nurturing the 40 hectare vineyards with the five families who have been living and working on Vondeling Farm since 2002. Vondeling Rurale 2013, makes use of Chardonnay grapes…
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Champagne Montaudon
The House of Montaudon began in 1891 when Auguste-Louis came to Epernay to create a Champagne House in Reims, and thus the family tradition and passion for wine-making was born and would be handed down from generation to generation. In December 2010, the House joined the portfolio of Alliance Champagne group who continue respect the style…
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Cellar Maison
Cellar Maison are creators of unique wine cellar solutions for your home. Our cellars are made to enjoy the art of wine collecting and to compliment the pleasures of wine and food. With our three signature cellar solutions – Wine Cellars, Wine Pods and Wine Walls, we offer the choice you need to create exactly…
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The Harrow at Little Bedwyn celebrates 10 years of Michelin Stars
The Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2016 was released today, with the news that The Harrow at Little Bedwyn has been awarded a Michelin Star for the 10th year in a row. A very rare achievement, especially as The Harrow is one of the few wholly privately owned Michelin Star restaurant’s in the UK.…
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Fizz on Foot, Sussex Sparkling Wine Tours
Fizz on Foot offers a range of South of England walking tours in East and West Sussex. Over the course of one to four days, you can explore the vineyards of Sussex, taste great bubbly and learn about the local history. If you decide to stay for a short break, you will stay at the beautiful…
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Tips for Storing & Ageing Champagne & Sparkling Wine
Storing: The reason many Champagne and sparkling wine bottles are made from dark green glass is because it’s light-resistant. Sparkling is a particularly sensitive wine, so bottles should be kept in a cool, dark and dry place, away from heat, light, vibrations and severe temperature variations. If you’re keeping the bottle for a long time, try…
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