Sparkling Wine News
A Greek Sparkling Wine to Celebrate the New Year: Azzardà Extra Brut 2021 Blanc de Noir Milia Riza
The new year brings with it countless resolutions and fresh opportunities—what better occasion to celebrate with a truly special and undoubtedly little-known sparkling wine? I had the pleasure of tasting this wine thanks to a dear Greek friend Haris Papandreou, a true connoisseur who introduced me to this sparkling gem from Nemea, in the Peloponnese….
Interview With A Sommelier – Roksolana Kolodii
The World of Wine is beautifully showcased by an army of talented Sommeliers, who help the consumer discover their next favourite bottle, understand the different regions and pair a delicious meal with the right Glass of Bubbly. In this feature, I speak with a lady from Ukraine working at The Dorchester in London, England, who…
English Sparkling Wine Book
Ancient Land, Pastures New: The Unfiltered Journey Behind England’s Top Sparkling Wines Written by Christopher Cooke, Ancient Land, Pastures New takes readers on an intimate journey through the demanding world of creating a boutique English vineyard. Blending personal diary entries, viticultural insights, and humorous anecdotes, Cooke’s narrative sheds light on the gritty process of organic…
The Bubbly Promise Of Arabilis Wines
Is there a doctor in the house? At Arabilis Wines, there are two. We doubt any winery anywhere could top the educational credentials that Allison and Kenny McMahon bring to the table. They met and completed their graduate work at Washington State University. Allison’s dissertation focused on the sensory evaluation of red wine. Kenny concentrated…
Zero Alcohol Sparkling Wines For Dry January
After an amazing Christmas with so much fine wine, beers, and spirits to relish in, some people like to head into January and take a break from Alcohol, yet still want to enjoy the drinks they love. The first Dry January took place in 2013, with the campaign being delivered by Alcohol Change UK, the…
Gruppo Lunelli: A Concrete Commitment to Sustainability
For the first time, a Sustainability Report covering all Gruppo Lunelli companies is presented. Gruppo Lunelli presents for the first time its Sustainability Report, a document drawn up according to GRI international standards, which brings together the numerous initiatives implemented by its member companies, with the aim of reconciling economic growth with social and environmental…
Made in Brazil: Why You Should Try Brazilian Sparkling Wines
For those who love bubbles, exploring new horizons is essential. So, let’s set aside Champagne, Prosecco, and Cava for a moment and take a sip of Brazilian sparkling wines. As a proud Brazilian and a sparkling wine enthusiast, I’m thrilled to say that Brazil is producing sparkling wines of exceptional quality and increasingly gaining global…
English and Welsh growers hold their own in challenging year
WineGB Harvest Summary: Provisional 2024 Data Despite testing conditions, also experienced across Europe, a small but good quality crop was achieved in 2024, reflective of an increasingly mature and skilled workforce, the WineGB Harvest Yield Survey reveals. Key takeaways for this season: Industry maturity and understanding of vineyard management came to the fore. Expertise, resilience,…
The Harvest
‘So where are you from?’ he asked me. We were on a break from harvesting, having just worked like slaves for several hours. ‘Scotland. I drove down yesterday.’ ‘Have you moved down here then?’ ‘No, I came for the experience.’ “What, of grape picking!’ The incredulousness of this man was understandable. I had driven about…