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Schramsberg Rosé
Jacob Schram, a German immigrant, bought 200 acres on Mt. Diamond in Napa Valley in 1862 and planted 30,000 vines. He had Chinese laborers dig Napa’s first hillside caves for wine aging and storage. His winery, Schramsberg, gained fame after the author Robert Louis Stevenson wrote about it in his 1883 book, The Silverado Squatters….
Celebrate Christmas with English Sparkling Wine
Celebrate the magic of Christmas with a wine that perfectly complements the warmth and togetherness of the season. We are focusing on award-winning English sparkling wines that have won trophies or gold medals in specific categories: Gastronomic, Classic & Elegant, Pastries Delight, and Dessert. These outstanding selections have been recognised for their exceptional quality and…
Interview With A Sommelier – Douwe Steyn
The World of Wine is beautifully showcased by an army of talented Sommeliers, who help the consumer discover their next favourite bottle, understand the different regions and pair a delicious meal with the right Glass of Bubbly. In this feature, we speak with Douwe Steyn, Head Sommelier at Michelin-starred Cycene in London, who is currently helping…
Which Champagne Suits Your Personality?
Enjoy this lighthearted quiz to see which type of Champagne matches your personality.
Zesty & Zingy Award Winning Wines 2025
The judges at the Glass of Bubbly Awards place each wine into a relevant consumer-friendly category. They are then scored for how well they fit that category, with the highest scoring winning the trophy. For the Zesty & Zingy Category, the judges were looking for a wine which is citrus flavoured with a definite zing to it…
Winter Warmer Award Winning Wines 2025
The judges at the Glass of Bubbly Awards place each wine into a relevant consumer-friendly category. They are then scored for how well they fit that category, with the highest scoring winning the trophy. For the Winter Warmer Category, the judges were looking for a wine which has a fuller flavoured character. Perfect for a winter’s evening…
Tropical Burst Award Winning Wines 2025
The judges at the Glass of Bubbly Awards place each wine into a relevant consumer-friendly category. They are then scored for how well they fit that category, with the highest scoring winning the trophy. For the Tropical Burst Category, the judges were looking for a wine which shows a touch of tropical fruit character, such as…
Summer Days Award Winning Wines 2025
The judges at the Glass of Bubbly Awards place each wine into a relevant consumer-friendly category. They are then scored for how well they fit that category, with the highest scoring winning the trophy. For the Summer Days Category, the judges were looking for a wine that shows a refreshing and crisp tasting experience, likely to…
Spring Fling Award Winning Wines 2025
The judges at the Glass of Bubbly Awards place each wine into a relevant consumer-friendly category. They are then scored for how well they fit that category, with the highest scoring winning the trophy. For the Spring Fling Category, the judges were looking for a wine that would show a floral driven wine that expresses flowers from…