Sparkling Wine News
Interview With Glass of Bubbly Writer – Irina Mihailenko
The World of Wine is beautifully showcased by some very passionate people, who love to write and share their knowledge and experience of wine just as much as they love to taste it, in this feature we speak with a wonderful Glass of Bubbly Writer from Tuscany, Italy, Irina Mihailenko, you can discover her first…
Breaky Bottom – Peter’s Note – November 2024
This month we’re launching Breaky Bottom’s special Kir Royale, and celebrating my receiving an exceptional award, ‘Diplome d’Honneur’ through the Wine Guild of the UK. 50th Anniversary Kir Royale In 1999 I decided to dedicate a small area of my vineyard to grow blackcurrants for producing a Crème de Cassis which I used as a…
Swedish Wine
It’s claimed that the first Vineyards in Sweden were planted by the Roman Catholic Church during the Medieval times in monasteries. There isn’t a ton of evidence to support this, but it is what we currently believe. In more recent times, the Swedish people plant Vines in greenhouses or in a conservatory for the purpose…
Sparkling Wine Advent Calendars
Counting down every day until Christmas with a miniature bottle of Sparkling Wine, here are three of the best Sparkling Wine Advent Calendars on offer this 2024 festive season. 24 Days of Fizz Advent Calendar One of the best Sparkling Wine Advent Calendars on the market this Christmas is the 24 Days of Fizz Advent…
Japanese Wine
As far back as 718 AD the Japanese people have been growing Grapes, we just don’t exactly when they started making Wine. The first documented evidence of Winemaking in Japan comes during the 16th century when Portuguese Jesuit Missionaries landed in Japan, the leader, Saint Francis Xavier presented gifts to the Japanese feudal lords of…
Interview With The Winemaker And Co-Owner of Bluestone Vineyards – Nathaniel McConnell
English Sparkling Wine is becoming an undeniable contender to Traditional Method Sparkling Wines around the world, with an English Winery recently winning the World’s Finest Glass of Bubbly for 2024. To the English, it’s becoming a fan favourite and a go-to Glass of Bubbly, its quality is improving year on year and thanks to innovators…
Australian Wine
Governor Arthur Phillip brought with him the first Vines to Sydney in 1788 and planted them in Farm Cove. In 1833 a man by the name of James Busby, born in Edinburgh, brought with him Vine cuttings from France and Spain when he visited Australia, he is the one that introduced Shiraz and Grenache to…
From Venice to Vineyards: The Magic of Prosecco
If you find yourself in Venice, Italy, and your heart craves the romance of vineyards and stunning wines, there’s a must-do that you simply can’t miss – explore the enchanting Hills of Prosecco. This famous wine region is so close to Venice! I first discovered this beautiful area during my honeymoon in 2023. Here’s my…
Enjoy Sea Change Wine this Christmas and New Year
Make a memorable start to the New Year with Sea Change’s selection of sustainable and vegan sparkling wines. Sea Change combines quality winemaking with a mission-driven approach, from classic Prosecco to the Prosecco Rosé and an inclusive Alcohol-Free option. Sea Change offers award-winning, ethically sourced, eco-friendly wines supporting global ocean conservation projects. Each sip provides…