Sparkling Wine News
What’s the difference between Prosecco & Champagne?
For many there is very little difference between Prosecco and Champagne as ultimately they are both fizzy wines and there to be enjoyed during celebratory occasions, but to those who are in the know then they are worlds apart – Let us discuss the differences so that you will no longer see both Prosecco and…
Rosé think Pink
I have for a long time been a convert to all things pink maybe not expressed in terms of everyday clothing or accessories but certainly when it comes to a sparkling pink or rosé wine. From nude to hot pink I am pretty much a fan of nearly every quality sparkling rosé out there. The…
Does Prosecco Taste Like Champagne?
Let’s talk about Prosecco, how it tastes, is it the cheaper Champagne option or is it an entirely different experience altogether? Although Prosecco and Champagne are both Sparkling Wines, they are both made using different methods and different grapes, which does create two different tasting experiences. The answer to Does Prosecco Taste Like Champagne is…
Does Prosecco Go Off?
When you buy a bottle of Prosecco, sometimes it will have a year on it, letting you know that it’s a vintage or even sometimes telling you when it was bottled, but it never gives you an expiration date, is it because there isn’t one? Let’s find out. The simple answer would be that Prosecco…
Stefania & Christopher Episode 5: Franciacorta
The lake breeze blowing, the leaves rustling, the alternation of dark and light colors. Wineries hidden by soft lights release vivacious bubbles to gladden hearts: welcome to Franciacorta! If you are seeking an Italian fizz to brighten your mood, then Franciacorta would satisfy your highest expectations: sparkling like diamonds, charismatic and lively will dazzle you…
What The World Has To Say About Sparkling Wine
Quoting a Proverb can be like reciting poetry, especially when dealing with the fine Art of Wine and Fizz. But what is a Proverb, do you know? If you don’t, then here is the definition – ‘a short, well-known pithy saying, stating a general truth or piece of advice.’ I’ve found some beautifully written proverbs…
10 Fun Facts about Prosecco
For many of us, when we hear of bubbles in our wine glass, the word Prosecco comes to mind. It’s the most popular sparkling wine in volume of sales in the UK even out selling Champagne. One of Italy’s most famous creations and with a worldwide fan base, Prosecco is in fact quite a bit…
What is Methode Charmat?
There are many ways in which wines are made that deliver varied styles and results. From generation to generation, throughout the world, wine production has evolved and improved yet basic practises have usually remained in order to produce both still and sparkling wines. One such way is called the methode Charmat or Charmat method, better…
The Fine Words Of English Poets About Wine
The English Language is one that is filled with wonders, being able to put words on paper or text onto the screen to tell someone a story about something which never existed before you decided it would become real, being able to tell someone how you truly feel about them with a vocabulary as complex…