Sparkling Wine News
Annie’s 30th Year: 3 Million Cuts – A Thought in Every One
There are very few vineyards in the world that have only ever been pruned by just one person and Annie Lindo is one of those select few. Annie has finished pruning her Annie’s vineyard’s 5000 vines at Camel Valley for the 30th year – 150,000 vines pruned over 30 years. Each vine will have had…
Upheaval in Cava Land – Another Breakaway from the D.O.
The Spanish CAVA denomination of origin has been in existence for more than thirty years, although the term, CAVA, has been used since 1972. During these decades, the number of recognized producers has increased from less than 90 to over 250 in the year 2000. However, at this time there are 215 registered cava producers,…
The Romance of Valentines Day with two great deep Rosé Sparklers
We all love Valentines day and I am sure many readers will have once received that anonymously sent card from a secret admirer, set up a romantic evening for that special partner to let them know they are still the one for you and those who are still a bit too young and planning ahead,…
Sparkling Rosé For Valentine’s Day
Sparkling Rosé is ideal for Valentine’s Day, it will make you dream of the spring months further afield. It is a well-kept secret among those in the know that the Loire Valley produces some spectacular sparkling wines without the hefty price tag of some of the better-known sparkling wine options. Sparkling rosé wines from the…
Wine: A Time for Sparkling
For a celebration, occasion, event, festive fizz, or simply regular dining, there are plenty of choices for sparkling wines. Many countries, worldwide, produce different styles and flavours – in fact, something for every taste and palate. For this quest, I searched for a retailer that included a range of sparkling wines within their wines/drinks shelves…
Discover Award Winning Sparkling Wines from Austria
Austria has outstanding wine regions, wineries – and internationally acclaimed wines. Here’s some award winning sparkling wine from Austria for you to try. Schlumberger in Austria has maintained the most authentic and traditional method of producing Sekt since 1842. Each bottle of Schlumberger matures during a period of about 2 years of careful handwork. The prestige cuvées…
Celebrate Australia Day with Award Winning Sparkling Wine
Australia Day the 26th January is celebrated each year on the anniversary of the first fleet from Britain landing in Sydney Cove. So what better way to celebrate the day than with some award winning sparkling wine from Australia. Paulett Vineyards – Trillians Sparkling Red NV This red sparkling wine won a Gold Medal in the…
Discover Award Winning Sparkling Wines from South Africa
South Africa produces some fantastic sparkling wines from their picturesque vineyards, backdropped against the stunning landscapes. If you’re after something a little different, it’s definitely worth a try. Methode Cap Classiques (MCC) are premium South African sparkling wines mostly made using the traditional method. Sauvignon blancc and Chenin blanc grapes are used and increasingly Pinot…
Discover Award Winning Sparkling Wines from Argentina
Like many countries, Argentina has seen a boost in the popularity of its home-grown sparkling wines. It’s a dynamic industry driven by young consumers who are ready to challenge the traditions and try something new. Many wineries are using the Charmat method to make affordable sparkling wines although you can also discover those made using…