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5 Picturesque Vineyards Close to London for a Day Trip
There are many fantastic sparkling wine producers right at home, with new ones popping up all the time. They make a great day-trip out of London, where you can tour the lovely vineyards and taste quality English bubbly. Here’s just a few options to try who offer a great variety of affordable tours, tastings, food…
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How Long Can I Keep my Champagne Before Drinking it?
Maybe you want to stock your cellar with bubbly or have recently discovered an old bottle in the back of the basement and you’re wondering if it’s still good to drink. Non-vintage Champagnes can be aged for around 3 years, provided they are correctly stored in a cool, dark environment. If you have managed to get…
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Slight Decrease in Champagne Shipments after Bumper 2015
After the record-breaking sales in 2015, The Comité Champagne have revealed an estimated 2% drop in Champagne shipments worldwide in comparison. The biggest changes have been in the French and UK markets, with 2 thirds of the 6 million bottle decline from France alone. The UK had a fall of around 3 million bottles, while…
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Champagne Luxury on a Budget
We all want a bit of luxury now and again – and why not? With more Champagne and sparkling wine choices than ever, there’s always a wine for every budget. Here’s a few for you Champagne-lovers! Champagne supermarket deals under £15 You can buy Louis Delaunay Brut NV, a lovely blend with peach flavours and…
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Windsor Great Park English Sparkling Wine
Windsor Great Park is a sparkling wine that offers richness and finesse. Pale gold in colour with a delicate toasted brioche, apricot and citrus aroma and the flavour of lemon, stone fruit with a toasty length. 16,700 Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier vines were planted in a seven-acre, south-facing patch of the park owned by the…
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New 5yr Sponsorship & Lanson-Branded Champagne Bar for The O2
Champagne Lanson has renewed a five-year agreement with The O2, the world’s number one music and entertainment venue. Negotiated by AEG Global Partnerships, the deal will renew the partnership that has been in place since 2008 and gives Champagne Lanson the official pouring rights at all public bars at The O2. In addition, a new…
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Romantic Bubbly Ideas for Valentine’s Day in London
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, but don’t worry, the capital is packed with things to do (although you might want to book it sooner rather than later!). Of course, whether it’s at a restaurant, on a boat or just at home, fizz is an important part of a Valentine’s date. Listen to royal love stories…
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‘British Fizz’ – Official Name for English Sparkling Wine?
English sparkling wine has finally hit the big apple and it seems the Americans have quickly come up with their own name for the drink, endearingly called ‘British Fizz’. Could this become the new protected name for the UK’s bubbly? Wine producers have been debating a catchy new name for the industry since the rise…
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Win a Bottle of Low Calorie Prosecco with Prosecco Watch (NOW CLOSED)
Win a bottle of low-calorie Prosecco To Enter: Simply Visit Glass of Bubbly on Facebook, like us and then comment on the Win Low-Cal Prosecco competition pinned to the top of the page! Cirotto Prosecco can be purchased from Just Perfect Wines UK Entrants only. Competition closes Feb 18th 2017. Over 18 entrants only please!…
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