Glass of Bubbly
How J.C. Le Roux Make Méthode Cap Classique
Only sparkling wine made in the Champagne region of France may be called Champagne. In South Africa a bottle fermented sparkling wine made according to the traditional French method is referred to as Méthode Cap Classique (MCC). J.C. Le Roux is South Africa’s leading name in sparkling wine. When it comes to sourcing the three noble…
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Still not tried English Sparkling Wine?
We want to cheer on home-grown bubbly and we hope that the rest of the country continues to get behind the industry too. Sales are indeed growing, they are winning awards left and right and the quality is continuously increasing – so why not give it a try? The price may seem a little higher compared…
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What’s the Best Bubbly for your Graduation this Week?
This week, students all over the country are donning their caps and gowns to receive their degrees and bid farewell to the late nights, early mornings and of course, hard work of university. Some graduates know exactly what they’re going to do, be it getting a ‘real’ job, going travelling, or taking on further study,…
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10 Champagne Faux-Pas we’ve all made
It doesn’t matter how or where you enjoy wine, just so long as you’re enjoying it. However, as you delve deeper into the world of sparkling wine, you’ll notice there’s a few funny faux-pas we’ve all made along the way! These are certainly not hard-and-fast rules, simply some tips to improve your sparkling wine experience.…
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Celebrity Interview: Tiff Needell
Tiff Needell is a British racing driver and well-known television presenter, first on Top Gear where he worked alongside Jeremy Clarkson and then on Channel Five’s Fifth Gear. He is still a columnist and feature writer for Top Gear Magazine one of the most successful BBC publications. He had an incredibly varied and long motor…
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Are You Pronouncing These Champagne Names Correctly?
When Champagne gets transported into another country, it’s normal that the pronunciation is adapted to suit the language. However, if you’re curious how to pronounce Champagne names comme il faut, you’re in the right place. Even if you’re quite confident with French, the names can sometimes be tricky as many originate from other countries such as Germany. Tip:…
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CAVA, Spain’s Effervescent Treasure
Over the past forty or so years, a number of books have been written about Spanish wines in general and Cava in particular, in Spanish and the Catalonian regional language, often with direct translations into English, but to date only one has been specifically created and published in English. The American-born writer, George Potter, has…
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5 Reasons You Should be Drinking Cava
Cava is the most famous Spanish fizz, but can sometimes seem left behind thanks to the soaring popularity of Prosecco and trusty Champagne. Well it certainly shouldn’t be forgotten. Here’s why it’s time to get serious about Cava. 1. Beautifully dry and refreshing Cava is a delicious bubbly with flavours of apple and citrus with…
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Celebrate Summer with Brut Rosé from Billecart-Salmon
The Great British summer is upon us and what better way to enjoy the sunshine than with a glass of elegant and delicate Champagne Billecart Salmon Brut Rosé Non-Vintage. The Brut Rosé makes an excellent hamper addition to any luxury picnic, serving not only as the perfect apéritif to get the party started but with its subtle…
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