Christopher Walkey

Michael Edwards enjoys a glass of The World’s Finest Glass of Bubbly over some Q&A’s

By Christopher Walkey / 23rd July 2018

Though the wine world currently seems to be somewhat crowded with wine connoisseurs and experts, there is still a select few individuals that command the greatest of respect within the industry of Champagne and Sparkling Wine, one being Michael Edwards, a regular face at invited Champagne tastings and press tours. Michael was once the chief inspector…

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Former Private Members Bar at Top of Gherkin Open to Public

By Christopher Walkey / 20th July 2018

There are some amazing locations to enjoy a glass of bubbly across London and I am lucky that many of them I have visited and enjoyed the far reaching views from The Shard to The Nat West Tower, I have also enjoyed many a private Champagne event chez the top of the Gherkin as an…

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Relax & Dine with Fine Wine at 28º–50º Wine Workshop and Kitchen Marylebone

By Christopher Walkey / 19th July 2018

London has a wide array of probably every worldwide cuisine along with a wine choice in the 100,000’s so sometimes it is very much a complicated affair in choosing which to visit and enjoy fine dining with wines. From prominent high street locations to tucked away and secluded tiny boutique premises, it is never a…

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A visit to Cava Pere Ventura

By Christopher Walkey / 13th July 2018

“We value and respect our land. We respect those, who work to care for it with their own hands. We work according to organic farming criteria.” Pere Ventura website For anyone who wishes to visit a wine region then Cava must be surely somewhere near the top of your wish list thanks to the history…

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A visit to Cava Vins El Cep

By Christopher Walkey / 11th July 2018

Located in East of Barcelona and just under one hours drive away, Vins El Cep is a Cava producing winery with a selection of labels to tantalise any sparkling wine lover. Their range includes the MIM, Clar Rar, Marques de Gelida and L’Alzinar with a collection of 12 label varieties. From Brut Nature to Blanc…

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A visit to Cava Can Sala

By Christopher Walkey / 9th July 2018

“The Can Sala Cava is made in the original historic cellar of the Ferrer Sala family, where the Freixenet brand was born. This is a grand reserve cava made with the grapes from the plots of land of the estate. Always millésime, this Cava is only made with large harvests.” A relaxing morning was spent…

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Ferarri Perlé vs Giulio Ferrari

By Christopher Walkey / 6th July 2018

“Ferrari is the pioneer for bringing forward the excellence of sparkling wines.” Matteo Lunelli A unique tasting through some of the divine sparkling with from Ferrari Trento took place at Fiume restaurant in London led by Matteo Lunelli who is President & CEO of Group Lunelli and the Ferrari sparkling wine brand. “I have to put…

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Fine Fizz and Whisky food pairing menus chez Indian Accent

By Christopher Walkey / 4th July 2018

Not only can you enjoy a fine Indian cuisine themed dining experience at Indian Accent, you can look forward to pairing your course with either wine, to include as I did sparkling labels, or indeed Whisky too with their selection of over 100 to choose from. Now please do not think that this is simply…

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‘Back to the Vine’ – 20 years of The Vineyard

By Christopher Walkey / 3rd July 2018

“The moment you arrive at The Vineyard you are very much aware that you will be in for not only fine food, relaxational treats and quality rooms to enjoy that well needed comfortable night stay, but wine is the theme and the passion of which you will share in the experience of. A luxurious destination…

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