Christopher Walkey
Ferrari… Sexy, Stylish, Luxury & Not a Red Sports Car in Sight
Ferrari… Sexy, stylish, luxury and not a red sports car in sight yet still a strong and realised dream, an evolution and a tradition in a superb glass of bubbly. It’s sparkling wine from Italy and it is not Prosecco and neither does Franciacorta feature, but headlining its way internationally is the small and growing…
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Exclusive Interview with Olivier Krug
As a wine writer, there are always certain labels you must taste in order to confidently compare tastes and experiences, within Champagne Krug is a must. Prestigious and specialised, traditional with charm, since 1843 Krug Champagne has certainly made itself a highly respected name within king of wines and wine of kings as the Everest…
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A Hotel with a Bubbly feel right next door to Stansted Airport
I have visited many hotels across the UK and internationally, many have merits on views, location, wine list, foods, exclusivity, price, owners and many more factors that leads to a happy stay and most certainly a good review on TripAdvisor. So, how about a hotel that can tick the appropriate boxes when you are looking…
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English Sparkling Wine… Then, Now and Beyond
England. The country where we put the kettle on in a crisis, the changing of the guard, where full English breakfast is enjoyed, disappointing World Cup performances suffered, wonderful rolling countryside, fish and chips, Morris dancing and just tucked in behind them all, a growing gem that is English Sparkling Wine. Christopher Walkey explores the…
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When Gin meets Fizz
Many of us love cocktails, especially when we are out with our friends and we are gazing through the drinks menu. It’s the cheeky option by ordering a cocktail, the I dare you to try that one or I want to treat myself fuel to get the party going. They have names which we would…
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Interview with Antoine Roland-Billecart of Champagne Billecart-Salmon
“We are different, we have over ten cuvées, most of the competition will only ever have five or six.” Antoine Roland-Billecart On a fresh winter afternoon, we took up the invitation from Champagne Billecart-Salmon to attend a fine lunch and master at The River Cafe by The Thames, London. A perfect menu, an impressive guest…
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Villa Sandi Acquire 50 Hectares in Friuli Region
Villa Sandi recorded an extremely positive performance in 2016 with 20% increase in revenue on the previous year. The positive trend was… marked by the success of Prosecco in all markets, but was also supported by a strategy focused on important investments, innovation and a strong commitment to sustainable viticulture and environment safeguard. Villa Sandi…
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A ‘Smashing Time’ at The Savoy for Nyetimber gets them Barred
There is nothing like a bit of positive press to help excel your brand, in fact some people can even deal with negative press and still turn in round in their favour, but has this news story regarding The Savoy and Nyetimber gone that bit too far and left a door open for other English…
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Sushi and Sparkling Wines
Many readers will be just like me and can never say no to sushi! The beauty of sushi is that it caters for many people’s dietary requirements and there really is a limitless recipe list on how to enjoy this popular Japanese cuisine. We were invited by YouMeSushi to taste a selection of the sushi…
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