Sparkling Wine News

CAVA, Spain’s Effervescent Treasure

Over the past forty or so years, a number of books have been written about Spanish wines in general and Cava in particular, in Spanish and the Catalonian regional language, often with direct translations into English, but to date only one has been specifically created and published in English. The American-born writer, George Potter, has…

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5 Reasons You Should be Drinking Cava

Cava is the most famous Spanish fizz, but can sometimes seem left behind thanks to the soaring popularity of Prosecco and trusty Champagne. Well it certainly shouldn’t be forgotten. Here’s why it’s time to get serious about Cava. 1. Beautifully dry and refreshing Cava is a delicious bubbly with flavours of apple and citrus with…

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How does Prosecco compare to your Boyfriend?

Well all know that supposedly diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but how deep does the love affair with Prosecco really go with some ladies… Let us give it the ultimate test and ask ‘how does it compare to your boyfriend?‘ Prosecco is young, it has a bubbly personality, it’s fresh, it’s fruity and it…

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Front of House Staff Most Influential in Choosing Wine

Almost half of diners would be more inclined to buy a bottle of wine upon recommendations of front of house staff. A comprehensive survey carried out by Veraison – the new wine-service education programme- and guest experience management experts HospitalityGEM, has found knowledgeable front of house staff to be the most influential factor when diners…

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Personality Quiz: Which Sparkling Wine are you?

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Refreshing Pink Bubbly Deals for Summer

Refreshing Pink Bubbly Deals for Summer

Nothing quite sets off a warm summer afternoon like a glass of rosé sparkling wine. Whatever your budget, you can find a wide range of quality rosés in the shops, from Champagne to our very own English sparkling. Lovely and light Great value and tasty, perfect for a party, cocktails or just a simple glass of bubbly. Cono…

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Lidl Expanding Prosecco Range

Supermarket Lidl is preparing to add a new Prosecco Treviso Frizzante to it’s shelves in the very near future. Later in the year, they will also be adding a more premium option to their current Prosecco DOC, which will be the Prosecco Conegliano Valdobbiadene Superiore DOCG. Lidl hopes this will be a great opportunity for Prosecco-loving customers to…

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Opera at Albury Vineyard

Opera at Albury Vineyard

Favourite arias from the world of opera will boost the grapes and delight the audience when a group of young professional opera singers perform in Albury Vineyard on Sunday July 10 Opera at the vineyard was launched last year and proved a huge success. This summer’s afternoon event combines much-loved arias and ensembles from operas…

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Ca’del Bosco Franciacorta: A Work of Art Called Wine

If wine is art, Ca’del Bosco’s masterpiece is called Franciacorta and bears the unique, inimitable signature of Maurizio Zanella, Ca’del Bosco is the leading brand of bubblies with ultra-fine perlage bearing the name of the zone they’re made in, Franciacorta. A position reached thanks to the enthusiasm and passion of Maurizio Zanella who in the…

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