Glass of Bubbly
Celebrity Interview: Mark Blundell
Mark started his sporting career at just 14 and for nearly 20 years he competed at the very top of world motorsport, including Formula 1, IndyCar and World Rally. His wins even include the prestigious Le Mans 24-hour endurance race. He then went on to become a TV pundit and from 2001 through to 2008…
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Eureka Skydeck, the Most Amazing Way to see Melbourne
The most amazing way to see Melbourne and enjoy a memorable glass of bubbly is through the floor-to-ceiling windows at Eureka Skydeck, the highest public vantage point in Australia and the Southern Hemisphere. Located on Level 88 of the iconic Eureka Tower, the observation deck offers 360 degree views of the stunning Melbourne skyline from 285m above…
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Smith & Evans Sparkling Wines
Smith & Evans sparkling wines are produced in Somerset, UK, and created from a blend of ripe Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier Grapes. 2010 The wine has rich aromas of lemon, spice and toasted nuts. On the palate it keeps a taut balance between freshness and the minerality typical of Higher Plot with a…
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Smith & Evans, English Sparkling Wine
Smith & Evans is a winery in Somerset founded by Guy Smith and Laura Evans. They first planted their Higher Plot vineyard in 2008, after a four year search to find an area to produce the highest possible quality sparkling wine. The White Lias Limestone Ridge of Higher Plot Farm has long been recognised as a…
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Grant Burge: Pinot Noir Chardonnay NV
The Pinot Chardonnay Methode Traditionelle is made from a majority of fruit grown in the elevated cool climate regions of the Adelaide Hills and Eden Valley. The grapes produced here have delicate, yet quite intense flavours, as well as the natural acidity and lean, elegant flavours that are required to make high-quality sparkling wine in the…
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No.1 Family Estate: Cuvée Remy 2007
Founder/Winemaker Daniel Le Brun created this ultimate cuvée in honour of his son, Remy Le Brun. It was officially released in January 2010 on his 21st birthday. The wine is a blend of 80% Pinot Noir, giving structure and power and 20% Chardonnay which contributes richness and finesse. Tasting Notes: This Vintage wine (2007) has…
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Rosé Initial – Mon Premier Pink Frog
With its charming Ruby Red colour, the lightness of its pin-point bubbles, and the amazing fruity delights of its flavours and aromas when fresh red berries blend delicately with apple and rhubarb, Cuvée Rosé Initial captures the flavours of summer. Aptly named, the Cuvée Rosé Initial is the very first wine crafted by Laurent Lyothier under…
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Champagne Sanger: Tango Paradoxe Rosé
Since 1952, the students of Avize Viti Campus have been producing this Champagne with their Cellarmaster. Crisp and sharp Chardonnay confronts here full-bodied and round Pinot Noir. The confluence of these worlds reminds the Tango, whose paradox is the unique union of a brisk and precise pace with an intense grace. From these two grapes stems a daring rosé: tasting…
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Grant Burge: Shiraz Carbernet NV
This quintessential and stylish Australian blend of Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon is an indulgent wine is made in the true ‘methode traditionelle’ meaning fermented in a bottle. The Shiraz component was taken from vineyards in the southern end of the Barossa Valley near Lyndoch and the Eden Valley, where growing conditions are excellent for allowing…
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