Sparkling Wine News
Camel Valley Brut Welcomed Aboard British Airways First Class
It’s ‘chocks away’ and onwards and upwards for Cornwall’s Camel Valley. as their 2013 Camel Valley brut sparkling wine is welcomed aboard by BA Cabin crew. The Cornish sparkler made by Sam Lindo will be served in British Airways First Class. The order, the biggest in the history of Camel Valley, followed a blind tasting…
A Visit to Montelliana from Asolo DOCG Prosecco
“Sometimes a co-operative operation people will simply see as a big brand winery when in fact it is only a small one, but it is due to the power of a collective amount of small wineries that gives it its dominance. This I feel is certainly the case with Montelliana.” Christopher Walkey. What I really appreciated…
A Visit to Tenuta Amadio from Asolo DOCG Prosecco
“There is something romantic, peaceful and perfect about Tenuta Amadio and also a touch of the fairy tale for this winery has its very own church up on a small hill overlooking it! Splendid wines and a young and innovative brand that has a great chance to increase its production and awareness globally.” Christopher Walkey A wonderfully…
A Visit to Pat del Colmel from Asolo DOCG Prosecco
“What a wonderful picturesque location Pat del Colmel winery has, simply a postcard photo from every angle showcasing the fine beauty of the Asolo DOCG region – a shining pearl. I’m just sorry that a few hours stay was simply just not long enough!” Christopher Walkey Pat del Colmel is a perfect family grower label, all…
A Visit to Montelvini from Asolo DOCG Prosecco
“A winery that combines tradition in what it does, with a modern approach… “ As part of my tour of the Asolo Montello region I had an appointment to visit Montelvini winery and the opportunity to meet current president Armando Serena (since 1968) who not only still helps in the operation of his winery today, he also is…
A Visit to Martignago Cantina Sant’Andrea from Asolo DOCG Prosecco
In the small town of Maser that is located at the foot of the Asolo hills, you will find Martignago Cantina Sant’Andrea winery. A family grower with a long history of growing vines in the region that currently offers a selection of nine wines with a range of Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG. The family currently own and manage 8…
A Visit to Bele Casel from Asolo DOCG Prosecco
The winery Bele Casel owns some of the most amazing views from their vineyards in the Asolo DOCG region of Prosecco. During my tour we were able to tour some of their vineyards in their classic company branded Fiat 500, this is such a special way to go touring the region and was the start…
A Visit to Loredan Gasparini from Asolo DOCG Prosecco
“I have always found that both Lorenzo Palla, current owner of Loredan Gasparini, and his wines have the most calming effect on me from tasting his wines at exhibitions to as I did just recently, touring his vineyards and winery in the region of Asolo DOCG.” Christopher Walkey Prosecco for many has established itself as an economical…
Asolo: Explore one of the world’s most amazing Sparkling Wine regions
“You can easily grow a very deep love affair with the whole DOCG Prosecco region and an outstanding part of this magnificent wine region is that of Asolo. What this place holds is a truly amazing cultural and historical charm steeped in history and today producing some of the finest examples of sparkling wines which are…