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Champagne Royal Riviera Monte Carlo

Champagne Royal Riviera Monte Carlo

By Glass of Bubbly / 15th April 2016

Founded in the Principality of Monaco, Champagne Royal Riviera’s mission is to offer the world a fine quality Champagne that celebrates the Monte Carlo lifestyle by conveying the exceptional times that are always enjoyed in Monaco and celebrated with Champagne. To certify its uniqueness, the brand owners successfully agreed with the Comité Interprofessionnel des Vins de Champagne to…

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Asolo Prosecco DOCG Superiore: Year of the Extra Brut

By Glass of Bubbly / 14th April 2016

2015 is a vintage year for Prosecco Extra Brut. The production is estimated to be around 200.000 bottles. Asolo is known as the ‘Pearl of Treviso’. Set at the western edge of the Colli Asolani ridge and the foot of the Venetian Alps. On the southern side of the town, plains slope gently down towards the…

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Villa Schinosa Falanghina Spumante

Villa Schinosa Falanghina Spumante

By Glass of Bubbly / 13th April 2016

Villa Schinosa is a winery located in the beautiful Apulia (Puglia) region at the south-eastern tip of Italy. Under the control of Ferdinand and Corrado Capece Minutolo, all grapes at Villa Schinosa are selected and vinified from their own vineyards. Falanghina Spumante is made from 100% Falaghina grapes, a local white grape variety characterised by its citrusy aromas and apple and pear flavours.…

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Kleine Zalze Method Cap Classique

By Glass of Bubbly / 13th April 2016

In the heart of the stunning Stellenbosch Winelands lies the century-old gem of the Kleine Zalze estate. First opened in 1685, it wasn’t until 1695 the first grapes were produced. Kobus Basson is currently the sole owner of Kleine Zalze since 2015. Bordering the provincial town of Stellenbosch, affectionately known as ‘Little Europe’, Kleine Zalze provides an escape to…

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Champagne Georges Cartier Cuvée

Champagne Georges Cartier Cuvée

By Glass of Bubbly / 13th April 2016

Champagne Brut Sélection A balanced cuvée blended with 1/3 Pinot Noir, 1/3 Pinot Meunier and 1/3 Chardonnay. Pale gold colour with fresh and fruity aromas. Roundness and good length on the mouth, with a perfect balance between the power of the Pinot and minerality of the Chardonnay. Enjoy as an apéritif or with fish in sauce or white…

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JCB Crémant de Bourgogne

JCB Crémant de Bourgogne

By Glass of Bubbly / 12th April 2016

JCB is a family-owned collection of historic and unique wineries, with more than 20 prestigious wineries in the world, including the Côte d’Or, Beaujolais, Rhône Valley, California’s Russian River Valley and Napa Valley. Jean Charle’s Boisset is passionate about each one of his wines and they all have deep significance.  Every wine has a number with their own interesting…

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Celebrity Interview: Bec Astley Clarke MBE

Celebrity Interview: Bec Astley Clarke MBE

By Glass of Bubbly / 12th April 2016

Bec is the founder of Astley Clarke, one of the UK’s leading fashion fine jewellery brands. It has successful concessions in iconic department stores Harrods, Liberty and Selfridges and a number of global wholesale partners including Lane Crawford in Hong Kong, Nieman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue. Bec was made a Member of the Order…

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Champagne Jean Michel

Champagne Jean Michel

By Glass of Bubbly / 11th April 2016

Father-son wine makers since 1847, Champagne Jean Michel is located in the region of Côteaux Sud d’Epernay at the heart of the vineyards of the Champagne region. Five generations of the same family have been cultivating vines with the same passion and ageing the Champagnes in traditional 18th century cellars. As a Grower and Handler,…

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Gauchezco Argentinian Sparkling Wine

Gauchezco Argentinian Sparkling Wine

By Glass of Bubbly / 11th April 2016

The roots of Gauchezco begin in the historic and legendary vineyard, founded in 1881 by the Governor of Mendoza Tiburcio Benegas in Barrancas – Maipú. At this site, the first grapes of premium quality were planted in Argentina. There are now 3 vineyards of Gauchezo: the original Barrancas – Maipú, Uco Valley and Cafayate – Salta.  Head Winemaker, Mauricio Vegetti, at just 33 years…

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