Sparkling Wine News
Private noSO: the original perception of Prosecco Superiore
Private noSO is a unique and rare Prosecco Superiore DOCG is perfect as a gift for the year’s most anticipated toast. The result of more than ten years of research, Private noSO Prosecco Superiore, created without added sulphites. NoSO is one of the original expressions of the Glera grape variety, which, together with Relio, Garnei…
First Sparkling Wine from Catalonia for Torres Family
The Torres family is introducing its first sparkling wine produced in Catalonia using the traditional method. Cuvée Esplendor Vardon Kennett 2013 is produced at the Torres vineyards in the Penedès. The blend comprises Pinot Noir and Chardonnay as well as a small amount of Xarel-lo, which are all carefully selected and hand-picked. The sparkling wine…
Simpsons Sparkling in North Downs of Kent
October 26th 2016 – Charles and Ruth Simpson proudly officially open their new winery in Barham, Kent. Valued members of the national wine press and trade were there to enjoy the moment with them and the ever friendly and engaging Oz Clarke was asked to cut the ribbon and deliver a highly entertaining and educational…
Albury Vineyard Harvests its Best Fruit Yet!
An army of nearly 100 local wine enthusiasts spent three days recently grape picking at Albury Vineyard and their verdict – the fruit are the best they have seen since the vines were planted in 2009. Vineyard owner Nick Wenman believes firmly in involving the local community with the annual harvest. The pickers include members…
1701 First Officially Recognised Biodynamic Franciacorta
1701 winery has recently obtained biodynamic Demeter® certification. It is the first winery in the Franciacorta region to be officially recognised as biodynamic. All European biodynamic farms are subject to an EU Ruling for organic agriculture, so all certified Demeter® are therefore also organic. As the Demeter standards are more restrictive and rigorous than the…
Furleigh Estate Harvest in the Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness
This week sees the harvest in full swing at Furleigh Estate in Dorset with the grape pickers picking in pink to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Furleigh Estate is raising money for Dorset charity Weldmar Hospicecare Trust throughout Breast Cancer Awareness Month (1st – 30th October). Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a worldwide annual campaign involving…
Prosecco beats Champagne as Christmas Party Fizz of choice
Our friends over at Proof Drinks shared some interesting data with us just recently, a 500 person study resulted in Prosecco beating Champagne when it comes to what fizz we are likely to choose for the festive season: With the Christmas period fast approaching, venues will soon have to decide what sparkling wine they will…
Enjoy Camel Valley Wines from London to Dubai
Camel Valley’s wines have recently been spotted in a number of the world’s most exclusive restaurants and hotels from London to Dubai. The Ritz The Ritz is known throughout the world for its fine taste and now Camel Valley’s Pinot Noir Rosé appears on the wine list. Becoming a part of this iconic 110 year…
Harvest at Jenkyn Place Vineyard
Harvest at Jenkyn Place Vineyard in Hampshire is underway, the Pinots have all been picked with the Chardonnay grapes still to come. Winemaker at Jenkyn Place, Dermot Sugrue says: “The grapes this year are very, very good. We have luckily had no mildew damage and only a few vines have suffered from frost damage and…