Christopher Walkey
Ferarri Perlé vs Giulio Ferrari
“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
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
“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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‘From 1542 to the future of Prosecco Superiore’ London’s Fizz party
An evening of fine Prosecco led by the Bisol team took place at one of London’s most famous nightspots Quaglino’s this week to celebrate the re-branding of this well loved and famous brand. Bisol is synonymous with Prosecco which a fine historical presence in the worldwide famous sparkling wine region of Italy with roots dating back to…
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A visit to English Sparkling Wine Poulton Hill Estate
As I had a 160 mile trip planned to give a masterclass at the Cheltenham Food and Drink Festival it made perfect sense that I take just a small detour to visit one of our award winning sparkling wine houses, Poulton Hill Estate, who are located just 20 or so miles from the famous Gloucestershire town.…
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A visit to Cava Alta Allela Mirgin
Just a relaxing 20 minute drive North of Barcelona with views out to the deep blue Mediterranean Sea sits the Cava House Alta Allela Mirgin, a family producer of organically farmed wines in the heart of the Serralada de Marina Natural Park. A relatively young label having originated in 1991 by being purchased by current owners…
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Entrepreneur Penny Streeter to introduce first English Sparkling Wine Pinotage Vineyard
English sparkling wine is certainly in a good place, it’s hitting the worldwide bubbly scene with momentum, gaining awards, international recognition and more positives that really make it a fine business to be involved in. Yes I know, the owners of labels will undoubtedly say it is not all a bed of roses when it…
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Bellavita Expo London along with Villa Sandi reveals the Best UK Sommelier
Andre Cunha, Sommelier at Margot in Covent Garden, London, won the Best UK Sommelier, Italian Wine Professional ISWA Award, which was held at Bellavita Expo London from the 17 to the 19 of June at the Business Design Centre. The 29-year-old Sommelier said: “It was always my dream to become a Sommelier. I always loved…
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A visit to Cava Vilarnau
Located just a short drive from the cosmopolitan city of Barcelona with the Mediterranean sea just 30 kilometres away and at 250 metres above sea level location, The Vilarnau is a Cava house that specialises in the production of niche high quality Cava with a wide range of flavours to be explored. The “Can Petit…
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