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Zarb Champagne
Zarb was launched as a new brand of Champagne in 2009. The brand takes its name from the French slang word for ‘bizarre’. Zarb, then, is no traditional Champagne, but rather traditional Champagne with an unconventional look, based on an unconventional idea. Because why drink Champagne only at times that tradition prescribes? Why not when…
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Patrick Borras ~ The Return of Demi-Sec Champagne!
Having little by little fallen out of favour, demi-sec Champagne is now making a comeback. Sweeter than a Brut Champagne, it fell victim to the trend of drinking Champagne as an aperitif rather than with dessert, with much less being consumed as a result. Traditionally Champagne was drunk at tea-time, to accompany a slice of…
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Domaine Carneros
Domaine Carneros is a singular winery best known as a small grower-producer of methóde champenoise sparkling wine, Pinot Noir, certified organic estate vineyards, and a breathtakingly beautiful château. Founded by the noble family behind Champagne Taittinger, Claude Taittinger’s search for a worthy U.S. counterpart began in the late 1970s. In 1987 he selected a 138-acre…
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Strawberry Risotto? Prosecco Perfect Summer Time
The Summer Time Strawberry Season is always a great time to make Strawberry Risotto. This recipe is from La Famiglia the classic London Italian restaurant and in memory of the wonderful Alvaro Maccioni www.lafamiglia.co.uk Think Tennis -Wimbledon Classic lunches, brunches, garden parties The perfect lunch time adaptation of the strawberries and cream Wimbledon idea and yes…
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Oedoria – Crémant de Bourgogne
Our Crémant de Bourgogne are fully developed by us in our cellars on site in Liergues. We offer 4 different Crémant de Bourgogne; A Crémant de Bourgogne Blanc de Blancs, a Crémant de Bourgogne Blanc de Noirs, a Crémant de Bourgogne Rosé and finally a Crémant de Bourgogne Cuvée our upscale vintage Claude Denis, Chardonnay based. Crémant de Bourgogne Diamond Pale yellow colour, evokes white fruit &…
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POPS, Champagne Ice Popsicles
The World’s first Champagne Ice Popsicle. Celebrity fans include Miley Cyrus, Kate Moss and Katy Perry. POPS CLASSIC contains 37% Champagne. The recipe and product has been created and developed with and alongside Gelupo, ‘the finest Artisan Gelato experience this side of the Alps’, based in the heart of London’s Soho. POPS will initially be…
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Cuvee Castelar Extra Brut from Uruguay
Cuvee Castelar Extra Brut, made with the same modern techniques used in Champagne, thanks to the influence of Pierre Harang (renowned chef du cave from the Champagne region) since 2001. A pale gold colour with soft light greenish reflections. A perfumed nose with touches of green lemon, tropical fruits and floral notes. A gentle hint…
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Sparkling Wines from Brazil
Sanjo Sparkling Chardonnay NV Charmat method: vineyard at 1400m altitude, so fresh & fruity, very light coloured, plenty of bubbles, easy-drinking fizz.. Amadeu Brut Champenoise 2012 18 months lees ageing; 80:20 Chard/Pinot N; stone fruit, floral nose, shows some complexity. Light colour & body, dry to off-dry Amadeu Brut Rose Champenoise 2012 As…
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Five Steps to Enjoying your Very Own English Sparkling Wine
Is sipping a glass of English sparkling wine overlooking your own vineyard an impossible dream? Not to Bruce and Sybilla Tindale at High Clandon. They planted their vines in 2004, harvested in 2007 and enjoyed the first vintage of their very own fizz two years ago. So, how did they do it? Well, it seems to me…
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