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ThinK Prosecco & ThinK Pink
As in the words of Aretha Franklin “You better think (think) Think about what you’re trying to do to me Think (think, think) Let your mind go, let yourself be free” Inspiring words of letting your mind go and being free, this song always comes to mind when I think about ThinK Prosecco, a feel-good,…
A Brief History of English Sparkling Wine
English Sparkling Wine holds much of its history within the last 50 years whereas it’s close sparkling wine region neighbour, Champagne, can boost a history of centuries. Even though some would say that Fizz made in England is a modern phenomenon compared to other famous sparkling wine countries and regions, you could also say that…
What does Sans Dosage mean?
An important part in the making of sparkling wines globally is the sugar levels. We can today choose from those heavy in sweetness and then also the complete opposite with others being bone dry. From Champagne to Prosecco, we can select our sweetness levels to suit our preferences and requirements. In amongst the descriptions letting…
In wine, what does Vintage mean?
Vintage will certainly seem to be a word associated with age and which can slot alongside the likes of retro, antique or even old fashioned. Yes? Well, if we are using the word generally then yes, I am sure we are all familiar with descriptives such as vintage clothing or vintage cars which usually tells…
The World’s Finest Glass of Bubbly Awards 2021
The results are in from The World’s Finest Glass of Bubbly Awards 2021! For two days several judges tasted and evaluated all kinds of bubbly wines in the Champagne Route Bar in London. I spoke to founder Christopher Walkey. Hi Chris, great for taking the time for me! How many entries did you have this…
Campfire Stories and Fizz
The campfire is that all important part of the camping experience, the place that gives a bit of warmth, that cooks the baked beans, that repels the insects or brings about the hearty sing songs. You haven’t really been camping unless you’ve cooked on an open fire (or camping gas stove) many will say and…
What is Methode Cap Classique?
Did you know that some of the world’s finest sparkling wine is produced in South Africa? Alongside Champagne, South African bubbly is globally known and respected as a traditional method wine. South Africa, in 2020, was ranked as eighth in overall volume production of wine producing 4.0% of the world’s wine. So what exactly does…
Glass of Bubbly Awards 2021 Results
The results are in from The World’s Finest Glass of Bubbly Awards 2021. We would like to thank every wine label that submitted their wines to be judged over two days at the Champagne Route Bar in London. Each wine went through a detailed blind tasting to not only score it points for a medal,…
What Poets Have To Say About Wine
When looking at some of the world-famous Poets out there, quite a few of them have something to say about Wine, about why you should drink it, how to drink it and who it should be drunk with. Here are some of the world’s most famous poets from across the world, I put together an…