Sparkling Wine News
Exton Park launches first vintage sparkling wine, Blanc de Blancs 2011
Exton Park has a 55 acre vineyard in the heart of Hampshire’s prized South Downs chalk slopes. The Blanc de Blancs 2011 is made from 100% Chardonnay solely from the pure chalk terroir from the top of the property – the oldest plot in the vineyard. Previously, the three award-winning wines launched by Exton Park…
Fancy helping to make your own Glass of Bubbly?
In the UK, as in Champagne, grapes for sparkling wine need to be picked by hand. This is a labour intensive process, which can go on over several weeks as different varieties, and even different clone / rootstock combinations of the same variety, all ripen at different rates. Careful analysis of sugar levels rising and…
Chianti producer Piccini launches sparkling wine
The Piccini family are fourth generation wine producers based in the Chianti region, of Italy, they have branched out with a sparkling wine called Piccini 1882, this spumante is made with a blend of Glera grapes, (used in Prosecco) and Chardonnay. This is an fresh, easy drinking sparkling wine with delicate citrus fruit and floral notes….
6 Misconceptions about Champagne & Sparkling Wine
Sparkling wine is only for celebrations Bubbly is ideal for a party, but it’s great for so much more too. Take food pairing for example – Champagne and sparkling wine is a fantastic compliment to a variety of foods, such as seafood, desserts and cheeses, to name just a few. Having a glass of bubbly in the garden on…
Vondeling, South African Sparkling Wine
The original Vondeling farm dates back to 1704 with a wine making tradition stretching back over three centuries. Englishman Julian Johnsen, Managing director and co-owner, has been nurturing the 40 hectare vineyards with the five families who have been living and working on Vondeling Farm since 2002. Vondeling Rurale 2013, makes use of Chardonnay grapes…
Cellar Maison
Cellar Maison are creators of unique wine cellar solutions for your home. Our cellars are made to enjoy the art of wine collecting and to compliment the pleasures of wine and food. With our three signature cellar solutions – Wine Cellars, Wine Pods and Wine Walls, we offer the choice you need to create exactly…
What in-flight Bubbly do Airlines Serve?
If you’re lucky enough to travel First Class or Business Class on a flight, you may have had a chance to sample the airlines sparkling wine list. Having a glass of bubbly can be an enjoyable part of the travelling experience, so it’s important that there’s a good choice. Here’s some popular and interesting selections airlines…
6 Vineyards to Visit in South Africa
South African wine has a history dating back to 1659 and is home to the sparkling wine known as Cap Classique. ‘Methode Cap Classique’ or MCC denotes a South African sparkling wine made by the traditional Champagne method. Pierre Jourdan Nestled between the Franschhoek Mountains and deeply rooted in history, Haute Cabrière – The Home…
Meet the Winemaker: Charlie Holland – Gusbourne Estate
It’s true that terroir and the work in the winery makes for good wines. Sometimes exceptional wines can be made from exceptional grapes derived from exceptional terroir in the hands of an exceptional winemaker. Down in the sunny south east of England we have terroirs that rival some of the best in Champagne, and new…