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Champagne Paul Goerg Launch New Vintage
Champagne Paul Goerg launch their latest vintage 2007. 2007 is an unusual vintage, one of the few in Champagne when harvest started in August, like 2003 and 2011. After a very hot and sunny spring, the following months were rather gloomy with a lot of rain. Nevertheless, this cool weather did not impact the vines…
Read MoreDiscover the Veneto Prosecco Region
Veneto is a valley north of Venice, located between Conegliano and Valdobbiadene, famous for its Prosecco. Veneto is one of Italy’s most important wine-growing areas, overall, Veneto produces more bottles of DOC wine than any other area in Italy. One-fifth of Italy’s foreign tourism head towards Veneto, which is the first region in Italy in…
Read MoreChampagne Charles Gouthière et Fils
Excellent Champagnes are produced by many families and companies, in this area of France. For a special occasion, indeed, what could be better than a glass (or two) of sparkling Champagne? Grape varieties, used for Champagne productions, include Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. The Champagne region of France produces an abundance of superb grapes,…
Read MoreSimpsons Sparkling in North Downs of Kent
October 26th 2016 – Charles and Ruth Simpson proudly officially open their new winery in Barham, Kent. Valued members of the national wine press and trade were there to enjoy the moment with them and the ever friendly and engaging Oz Clarke was asked to cut the ribbon and deliver a highly entertaining and educational…
Read MoreMarks & Spencer to Stock Champagne Lanson
Proud Royal Warrant Holders and one of the oldest family-run Champagne Houses, Champagne Lanson will have its Extra Age Brut NV (with gift box) on the shelves of 220 Marks & Spencer branches for the first time in the store’s history. Sue Daniels, Marks & Spencer says: “We are delighted to have Champagne Lanson’s Extra…
Read MoreBottomless Prosecco Brunch in Cardiff
New restaurant in Cardiff offers fine weekend dining with bottomless brunch – the only one in the capital. Grey is located at the Hilton Hotel on Kingsway and they’re offering free-flowing Prosecco with brunch , which includes dishes like eggs Benedict, Florentine and Royale. Other savoury dishes include Welsh rarebit with grilled streaky bacon and…
Read MoreDiscover Champagne in Reims
Reims is a city steeped in history and for more than 1,000 years, 33 French kings were crowned at its Cathédrale Notre-Dame. It is also at the heart of France’s Champagne region. Only wines made in the area can have the name Champagne. Reims has five sites that have official UNESCO World Heritage status, with the latest…
Read MoreChampagne Sparkle at the Gherkin
During the festive season you will be able to visit the top of the Gherkin as it will be decked out as a luxurious winter wonderland with snow, glitter and diamonds. The 39th and 40th floors, usually only open to members, will open to the public for a series of lunches, dinners and Champagne afternoon teas throughout December.…
Read MoreAlbury Vineyard Harvests its Best Fruit Yet!
An army of nearly 100 local wine enthusiasts spent three days recently grape picking at Albury Vineyard and their verdict – the fruit are the best they have seen since the vines were planted in 2009. Vineyard owner Nick Wenman believes firmly in involving the local community with the annual harvest. The pickers include members…
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