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Meet the Winemaker: Charlie Holland – Gusbourne Estate
It’s true that terroir and the work in the winery makes for good wines. Sometimes exceptional wines can be made from exceptional grapes derived from exceptional terroir in the hands of an exceptional winemaker. Down in the sunny south east of England we have terroirs that rival some of the best in Champagne, and new…
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The Classic of a Nyetimber Cuvée Review
A month or so back I took delivery of a very special bottle of sparkling wine, ordered from Harvey Nicks, a limited edition of just 200 bottles produced by what is perhaps England’s finest sparkling wine producer Nyetimber, to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo. The symbolism on the bottle label is…
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Parva Domus, B&B in the of heart of Champagne
This beautiful chambres d’hotes is ideally located on the famous Avenue de Champagne, in the heart of Epernay, the capital of the Champagne Region. You are just minutes from the most prestigious cellars, vineyards and Champagne Houses. Mr et Mme Rimaire are welcoming hosts. There are 5 beautifully kept and comfortable rooms all in a peaceful…
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Majestic Launch Own Label Sparkling Wine
UK wine merchant Majestic has launched 12 wines under it’s own brand label called “Definition”. These are the first wines to be totally sourced by the retailer. One of these is Definition Prosecco Brut NV (Italy) – £12.99, or £9.74 each when you buy 2. Justin Apthorp, Majestic’s Buying Director, says: “The Definition range showcases what we…
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Champagne Bar, White 1921 St Tropez
To mark the close of the Summer season, Le Voile de St Tropez will host the renowned regatta and sailing festival from the 26th September to the 3rd October 2015. The event gathers together the most extraordinary modern sailing boats alongside the most beautiful traditional yachts – a host of racers and sailing enthusiasts come…
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Experience Harvest at Champagne Rogge Cereser
In Champagne Rogge Cereser, independent winegrower wants you to experience the harvest this year. They are offering tours until Friday 18th September (except for Sunday) from 9h00 to 12h00 and 13h00 to 17h00 with regular departures. Experience: Tour of the press room and full explanation of Champagne making process Tasting of grape juice Tasting of…
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Perrier-Jouët ‘Small Discoveries’ – A Limited Edition Collection
Champagne House Perrier-Jouët have collaborated with Viennese-based design duo mischer’traxler to create ‘small discoveries’ – a limited edition collection The design of ‘Small discoveries’ includes a flutter of butterflies that has been inspired by Perrier-Jouët’s Art Nouveau heritage and its use of nature. The collection has two elements: a gift box and a special edition…
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Enjoy Unlimited Prosecco with your Burger at Grand Union
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, London restaurant chain Grand Union will be offering unlimited Prosecco with your burger. There’s a great selection of burgers to choose from including chicken and a veggie burger. Grand Union has venues in Brixton, Camberwell, Chancery Lane, Camden, Farringdon, Kennington, Paddington and Wandsworth, so plenty of places to enjoy your Prosecco. There…
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Armand de Brignac Champagne Appoints Chief Marketing Officer
Armand de Brignac Champagne have announced that Bernadette Knight has joined the company as Chief Marketing Officer. She will oversee all marketing strategy and initiatives for the luxury Champagne collection, including branding, public relations, events and promotion. A native of Australia, Bernadette has worked with Champagne brands such as Veuve Clicquot, Krug, Ruinart and Taittinger and most…
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