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Champagne Piot Sévillano

By Glass of Bubbly / 27th May 2015

The Piot-Sévillano family is the latest in a line of 8 generations of Champagne makers. It began in the 19th century; following the phylloxera outbreak which ravaged vineyards, the family diversified and started growing Montmorency cherries.  It was Emile Piot (1880-1969), an expert in grafting plants, who dedicated the grounds to grape production. Vineyards 99%…

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Misal Special Selection

By Glass of Bubbly / 27th May 2015

Misal Rouge – Demi Sec Terran sorts, Muscatel Rose of Poreč and Istrian Malvasia are used for the production of this attractive sparkling wine. We recommend it as desert sparkling wine with pastry with little or no cream, such as Istrian fritule (plain dark-flour fritter) and kroštule (region typical fried pastry), also with fruit, especially…

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No.1 Family Estate: Cuvée Virginie 2006

By Glass of Bubbly / 27th May 2015

Cuvée Virginie is blended from 50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay and crafted especially by Daniel as a proud tribute to his daughter Virginie. Almost four years on lees has produced a Methode Champenoise displaying many dimensions, it is well-rounded and has good yeast autolysis, a hallmark of this winemaker’s well-known style. Tasting Notes: “Pale…

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Tendil & Lombardi: Rosés

By Glass of Bubbly / 27th May 2015

Cuvée Rosé This rosé shows a lot of personality, with nut and spice aromas and flavors lacing notes of kirsch, ripe raspberry, peach and candied citrus peel. This is well-balanced and accessible, displaying a slight grain to the texture and juicy acidity that results in a lip-smacking finish! Cuvée Rosé  Vintage 2007 Well-cut and aromatic,…

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Royal Princess Cruises

Royal Princess Cruises

By Glass of Bubbly / 27th May 2015

Christened by Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge on June 13, 2013, Royal Princess is dazzling its guests with exciting new features including the largest top deck pool ever with Princess® Watercolor Fantasy, an enhanced Movies Under the Stars® screen and the new SeaWalk with views 128 feet straight down! At 1083 feet long…

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Champagne Tendil & Lombardi

By Glass of Bubbly / 19th May 2015

A young and contemporary Champagne house in the Côtes des Bars, Tendil & Lombardi released their first bottle in 2011. It began when Laurent Tendil and Stéphane Lombardi, both born in Lyon, France, first crossed paths as young teenagers. They quickly found their common ground in French gastronomy and fine wine, especially Champagne, and both dreamed of…

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Les Deux Chèvres

By Glass of Bubbly / 19th May 2015

Les Deux Chèvres is a luxury hotel in Bourgogne, France, close to Dijon. As well as offering beautiful accommodations, Les Deux Chèvres specialises in Burgundy wines. They have their own shop that sells wines and organises wine tours including most recent ‘Burgundy en Bio’ tour with author and former chemist Bill Nanson. Burgundy Sparkling Wine They sell a…

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Parigot Crémant de Bourgogne Blancs

Parigot Crémant de Bourgogne Blancs

By Glass of Bubbly / 19th May 2015

Domain Parigot & Richard specialises in sparkling wine from Burgundy, and is now one of the most dignified representatives of crémant de Bourgogne. Crémant de Bourgogne Blanc Tradition Made from the three main grape varieties of Burgundy, this crémant offers us the roundness of Pinot Noir, the fineness of Chardonnay, and the delightful freshness of Aligoté.…

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Champagne Dom Caudron: Fascinante

By Glass of Bubbly / 19th May 2015

This rosé is unique in that it is made of 80% Meunier vinified into white wine, 10% Meunier vinified into red wine and 10% Chardonnay aged in oak barrels. The traditional winemaking method and 2 years ageing on laths give the Champagne its smooth berry notes. The finesse and complexity make this a gourmet rosé.…

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