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Filipa Pato Sparkling Wines

Filipa Pato Sparkling Wines

By Glass of Bubbly / 10th April 2014

Filipa Pato manages to combine a successful boutique wine operation with bringing up two children whilst also dividing her time between Bairrada and Antwerp where her husband runs a successful restaurant. She has quickly established a reputation as one of the brightest and best of the new young bunch of Portuguese winemakers. 3B Blanc de…

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Schloss Gobelsburg Brut Reserve

By Glass of Bubbly / 10th April 2014

The Kamptal DAC region is one of the three top wine-growing areas of the Danube region. The estate was founded in the 12th Century by Cistercian monks, who produced wine until the late 1990’s, when Michael Moosbrugger took over. Brut Reserve The basis of this sparkling is a cross-section of varieties (Pinot Noir, Riesling, Grüner Veltliner)…

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Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Champagnes

Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Champagnes

By Glass of Bubbly / 10th April 2014

Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Champagnes spend 2 to 3 years in the cellars. A range of different crus make up the blend. Brut Pale yellow in colour with turquoise tinges, and a ribbon of fine and delicate bubbles. A fine mousse forms a harmonious sweeping string of bubbles. Intense floral and white fruit aromas, developing notes of honeysuckle, pear and sweet citrus fruits.…

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David Henault, Chief Winemaker at the CV-CNF

David Henault, Chief Winemaker at the CV-CNF

By Glass of Bubbly / 10th April 2014

David Henault became Chief Winemaker at the Centre Vinicole – Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte in 2011.  He took over the role from Jean-Pierre Vincent, having worked at his side for seven years.  A worthy heir to this role, he will ensure the consistency of blending and promote the range of Nicolas Feuillatte Champagnes throughout the world. Extremely…

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CV-CNF unites 82 cooperatives in Champagne

CV-CNF unites 82 cooperatives in Champagne

By Glass of Bubbly / 10th April 2014

The CV-CNF is the largest cooperative union in Champagne. The cooperative status of the Centre Vinicole – Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte has the unique advantage of the wealth and diversity of its fruit supply, guaranteed by grape growers with a unique savoir-faire. Their unrivalled position allows the brand access to more than 2,250 hectares of this…

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Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Champagnes

Nicolas Feuillatte

By Glass of Bubbly / 9th April 2014

Nicolas Feuillatte is an exceptional man in every respect. With his innate entrepreneurial spirit, throughout his career he has perfected the art of transforming his ideas into pure genius.  Having made his fortune in the United States, he decided to create a Champagne that would reflect his own personality. The Champagne he created was elegant…

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Biancavigna

By Glass of Bubbly / 8th April 2014

Biancavigna is very much a family affair and was established in 2004, with Elena Moschetta at the helm and her brother Enrico making the wine. Biancavigna is situated in the heart of the Prosecco area. Veneto’s climate is governed by the mountains to the north and the sea to the east. They manage 12 ha of vineyards…

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Biancavigna Prosecco

By Glass of Bubbly / 8th April 2014

From the Venoto region of Italy which is undoubtedly producing some excellent wines and made from 100% Glera grapes, see the Prosecco from Biancavigna. Prosecco Frizzante NV Brilliant straw yellow with hints of lime green and a fine mousse. Delicious aromas of white stone fruit and golden apple with lively acidity and a delicate fizz. Prosecco Spumante…

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Bruno Giacosa Spumante

By Glass of Bubbly / 8th April 2014

In the world of fine wine, where good natured rivalry between producers who make great wines is a fact of life, it is rare to find any one producer singled out for praise and admiration without a hint of envy. This however is the case for Giacosa, a family owned winery in Piedmont founded in 1871…

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