Christopher Walkey

Slow Food in the UK and Glass of Bubbly

‘Sustainability Trophy’ provided by Slow Food in the UK

By Christopher Walkey / 28th June 2019

We are delighted to be working alongside Slow Food in the UK with the latest addition to The World’s Finest Glass of Bubbly Awards in a trophy dedicated to wineries that are taking steps in order to protect our environment – the ‘Sustainability Trophy’. Here wineries are invited to enter the awards where those adhering…

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five fizz cocktails for the summer

Easy to make Champagne Cocktails for Summer

By Christopher Walkey / 28th June 2019

When the sun is shining and the garden / balcony is calling then how about mixing up some easy to prepare and enjoy Champagne cocktails? There are many cocktails out there to chose from and you can of course simply experiment yourself and have plenty of fun in the process – In most occasions fresh…

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Prosecco from Glera Bio grapes

By Christopher Walkey / 27th June 2019

Just how much do us Brits love Prosecco – How about over 150 million bottles worth in 2018! Yes, Prosecco has a special place in the hearts of many across the country with sales figures last year showing that over 150 million bottles or if we look at glasses of Prosecco (average of 7 glass…

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Easy to make Prosecco Cocktails for Summer

By Christopher Walkey / 26th June 2019

Not many of us need any excuses to open a bottle of Prosecco though what about making that next glass you enjoy that little bit more special? A favourite drink for many people will be a cocktail and when you have some fizz to hand then you have a wide range of easy to make…

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German sparkling wines 2019

German Sparkling Wines

By Christopher Walkey / 25th June 2019

Many of us will associate Germany with fine beers and beer festivals, but did you know that they also consume more sparkling wine on average compared to any other country in the world with figures of around 5 bottles enjoyed per person annually? This impressive consumption figure sits at five times that of the USA…

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Champagne and sparkling wine at ULI Notting Hill

Champagne and Cocktails at ULI London

By Christopher Walkey / 24th June 2019

Set only a stones throw from Notting Hill Gate tube station in the leafy residential location of W11. For those loving Asian cuisine then the menu at ULI offers a fine selection of fresh and vibrant dishes, innovation in the wide selection to choose from with a focus on clean and healthy options. Their focus…

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Has Prosecco Now Reached the ‘Peak’ or Hasn’t the Bubble Yet Burst?

By Christopher Walkey / 21st June 2019

Founder of Bottega Spa offers a new perspective on the claims that the UK has reached ‘peak Prosecco’ and shares his thoughts on why quality is of utmost importance to the category: It has been widely reported that the UK may have reached ‘peak Prosecco’, but, according to Sandro Bottega (owner and managing director of…

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Champagne Duval Leroy range

Champagne Duval-Leroy

By Christopher Walkey / 20th June 2019

Founded over 160 years ago in 1859, Champagne Duval-Leroy is a label with a strong history in the world of fine wines led by whom many regard as one of the pioneering female business women of the industry, Carol Duval-Leroy. A brand who state they are inspired by passion, not fashion and that its house…

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Champagne Infinite Eight - Butterfly Lovers Edition

Champagne Infinite Eight – Butterfly Lovers Edition

By Christopher Walkey / 19th June 2019

For many products packaging is just as important and sometimes even more important to that of the product it contains, clever branding helps to drive sales and increases consumer awareness. In the wine industry this fact increases as many people, just like choosing a book in the library, are tempted by the packaging / label…

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