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Squerryes Estate, Kent
The 2,500 acres of the Squerryes estate reside in the Kent Downs, an area of outstanding natural beauty. The borders rest on Surrey to the west and Greater London to the north. The Warde family first moved to the estate in 1731 and have lived there ever since. Now in the 8th generation of the family,…
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Official launch of English Wine Week, 23rd-31st May, 2015
English Wine Week, a national campaign designed to raise awareness and availability of English wine across the country in both the off- and on-trade, will be officially launched Annual Trade and Press tasting. Last year saw a four-fold increase in uptake by the trade, with a sharp spike in sales. This year’s English Wine Week…
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English Wine Producers revs up for a busy summer
Ahead of what promises to be another busy summer, English Wine Producers (EWP) is gearing up for its Annual Trade and Press Tasting, followed by a generic presence at the London Wine Fair and English Wine Week, all taking place in May. Annual Trade and Press tasting, Monday 11th May English Wine Producers will open…
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No.1 Family Estate: No.1 Cuvée
Released in 1999, No.1 Cuvée was the first wine ever produced at the No.1 Family Estate and is now one of New Zealands most highly regarded Methode Traditionelle wines. Since it’s release it has gained recognition throughout New Zealand and the international market, winning numerous trophies (including IWSC and Winestate), gold medals and five star awards. Winemaker: Daniel…
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Singapore Airlines serves Taittinger Champagne
Business class customers on Singapore airlines will be welcomed with Taittinger Prelude “Grands Crus” Champagne. This refined cuvée is made with the first pressings of an equal portion of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes from only 100% Grand Cru vineyards. The wine is subtle and fresh on the nose as the initial mineral aromas give way…
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No. 1 Family Estate, New Zealand
No. 1 Family Estate Winery is wholly family-owned wine producing business located in the vineyards of Marlborough, New Zealand. Daniel Le Brun originally launched the winery in 1997, along with his wife Adele and their two children, Virginie and Remy. Using state-of-the-art equpment imported from Champagne, the estate prides itself on producing wines using methode…
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Champagne André Chemin Special Selection
Cuvée Célestynka Brut Zéro We succumbed to the latest trend and have introduced a new bottle, prepared on the same basis as our Brut Tradition it is a Champagne without any sugar added at the dégorgement, meaning it is Champagne as natural as the nature has created it. For lovers of very very dry wines.…
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What Does Sparkling Wine Sound Like?
What sounds come to mind when you think of the taste of Champagne or sparkling wine? Composer and ‘synaesthete’ Nick Ryan has recreated what he hears when he tastes wine, turning tasting notes into musical ones. His synaesthesia means some of his senses involuntarily blend – this gives him an extraordinary ability to translate the taste of wine into an audio composition.…
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London Wine Week Hub will be in City of London
Devonshire Square in the City of London is the place to be this month as it’s set to be the hub for London Wine Week, taking place between 18-24 May. Back for it’s second year, the week aims to celebrate London’s growing wine scene, offering a range of exciting experiences including wine tours, expert masterclasses, tutored…
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