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Sparkling Wines of Portugal
Espumante is not only produced in the northern wet region of Vinho Verde, but also throughout Portugal all the way to the southern region of the Alentejo, known for its extreme temperatures and arid climate. Bairrada is the oldest espumante-making region and has a good reputation. In Távora-Varosa, south of the Douro, you’ll discover Terras de Cister,…
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Feeling Fess-tive
Fess Parker, was an American film and television actor best known for his portrayals of Davy Crockett and Daniel Boone. After his acting career Parker devoted his life to his winery, Fess Parker Family Winery and Vineyards in Los Olivos, California. I recently visited the winery and The Bubble Shack to experience their newest addition,…
Read More‘Prosecco Road’ in Australia
King Valley River is a wine producing region in the Australian state of Victoria, home to the charming sparkling wine hub of ‘Prosecco Road’. A visit to the valley may make you think you’ve stepped into northern Italy thanks to the region’s heavy Italian influence – Prosecco in particular. It was Otto Dal Zotto who…
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Easy & Fruity Sparkling Wine Punch Bowl Recipes
A colourful punch bowl is the centrepiece of the party, mixed with fruits, juice and fizz. These recipes can use any kind of sparkling wine, a Prosecco is a good option. Punch bowls are quick and easy to make. You can whip one together in a few minutes using just basic ingredients: Bubbly, ice, ginger…
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Step by Step Guide to Serving a Glass of Bubbly
You want to make sure you and your guests get the most out of that nice bubbly you bought, so here’s how to serve like a pro. Step 1 – Make sure the bottle has been sufficiently chilled – approximately 2 hours in the fridge or 20 minutes in an ice bucket. Step 2 –…
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5 Reasons Champagne Tastes so Good
From the moment you choose the perfect bottle to the unfortunate moment it’s all gone, drinking Champagne is an experience. There’s just something about the fresh, slightly sweet taste and fizziness than can’t be compared to any other drink. So what exactly makes it so irresistible? 1. The Production: Champagne is made using methode champanoise or ‘traditional…
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Sekt Sparkling Wine from Austria
Sekt tends to be known as sparkling wine made in Germany, but there is also fantastic Sekt being made just below, in Austria. Austria is a beautiful country, home to the architectural and cultural hub of Vienna. Their Sekt has its own unique personality, different even from their German cousins. The tradition of winemaking in…
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Why is Prosecco so Popular?
Nowadays you may see more people tweeting about what how “Prosecco made me do it” or how it’s “Prosecco O’Clock” than ever before, but what has caused this seemingly sudden Prosecco culture? There’s no denying this Italian bubbly is popular. It’s currently the best-selling sparkling wine in the UK across many major supermarkets, boosting sales…
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New Release – £5 Progrigio a Blend of Prosecco & Pinot Grigio
At only £5 a bottle, Progrigio, a sparkling wine made by blending Prosecco’s Glera grape and Pinot Grigio sets look to become a popular option for those on a budget. The drink is designed to be served chilled on its own or is great for using in cocktails. This Prosecco white wine blend has is…
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