Sparkling Wine News
Lambrusco, the Sparkling Red of a Land in Tune
One of the most famous operas written by Giuseppe Verdi, the Italian opera composer, at the beginning offers sort of lightheartedness in listening to these words: “ Libiamo, libiamo ne’ lieti calici, che la bellezza infiora; e la fuggevol’ ora s’inebrii a voluttà. Libiam ne’ dolci fremiti che suscita l’amore, poiché quell’occhio al core onnipossente…
An Evening of Fizz!
Last month I found myself representing Basilicata’s highly regarded Cantine del Notaio at Blenheim Palace’s literature, film and music festival gala dinner. Indeed!! Now one might have expected the early evening flutes of fizz to carry something as grandiose as their impressive surroundings, perhaps bubbles from a Grand Cru village or as is increasingly the…
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…