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Australian Sparkling Wine

By Glass of Bubbly / 10th January 2015

Australia is home to an amazing array of diverse climates.  Many of Australia’s best sparkling wines have been either made in Tasmania or contain substantial components that have been sourced there. The majority of sparkling wine is made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes. Sparkling wine comes in all shapes and sizes – white, red,…

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Champagne Mercier Brut

Champagne Mercier Brut

By Glass of Bubbly / 9th January 2015

An blend of Pinot Noir, Meunier and Chardonnay with a pale yellow color, Mercier Brut has a bouquet marked by white stone fruits and notes of fresh bread. Aromas of ripe apple and pear develop fully on the palate for a delightfully fresh finish. “When I decide to have spur-of-the-moment at my house, I particularly…

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“Showcase the Best of Britain” by Serving English Wine Instead of French

By Glass of Bubbly / 8th January 2015

Tracey Crouch, MP, member of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport committee, said that British Embassies around the world should be doing more to promote Britain and “showcase the best of Britain” by serving English wine instead of French. She said “You wouldn’t go to a French Embassy and expect them to be serving anything…

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British bars told to stop selling Prosecco on tap

By Glass of Bubbly / 8th January 2015

A group of Prosecco winemakers have threatened legal action again UK bars for selling the Italian fizz on tap. UK pubs could potentially face 20,000 euros in fines if they don’t stop selling Prosecco from kegs. The Italian group, backed by the government in Rome, claim it is not only illegal but it is a…

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Champagne Mercier Brut Rosé

Champagne Mercier Brut Rosé

By Glass of Bubbly / 8th January 2015

A blend of Pinot Noir and Meunier, Mercier Brut Rosé is initially distinguished by its beautiful pink color and coppery highlights. The bouquet is characteristic of wild berries from the forest. On the palate, the first impression is quite mild and supple, with a delectable languor refreshed by the fruitiness of the grapes. “There is…

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Comtesse de Massy Brut Authentique

Comtesse de Massy Brut Authentique

By Glass of Bubbly / 8th January 2015

Brut Authentique “Comtesse de Massy” is a blend of fine chardonnay from our family vineyards. It is aged long in bottles in our cellars for a maturity offering Blanc de Blancs lovers the subtle aromas of orange and apricot with citrus notes for a fine and refreshing finale in the mouth. Delicate and aromatic, this…

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The House of Champagne Mercier

The House of Champagne Mercier

By Glass of Bubbly / 7th January 2015

Champagne Mercier is located in Epernay in the heart of France’s Champagne country. It was founded in 1858 by Eugène Mercier when he was just 20 years of age during the reign of Napoleon III, a period of thriving economic prosperity. Eugène Mercier had originally bought up some land on the Avenue de Champagne, then…

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Champagne Mercier Private Receptions

Champagne Mercier Private Receptions

By Glass of Bubbly / 7th January 2015

The Maison Mercier offers a private venue to hold prestigious receptions. The Bacchus Cellar Deep in the cellars and located 30 metres underground , the Bacchus Cellar features majestic proportions including two sculptures that stand 15 metres high carved in the chalk walls by the sculptor Gustave Navlet. Capacity : from 24 to 200 people…

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The Ice Cream made from Wine

By Glass of Bubbly / 6th January 2015

The combination of two great loves in life – wine and ice cream. The company behind this delightful product is award-winning Mercer’s Dairy, a farm in Boonville, New York. It’s the real deal too, not just “flavoured” ice cream, but an actual wine blend containing 5% alcohol! “At Mercer’s, we produce true wine ice cream.…

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