Sparkling Wine News

A Night in Via Monte Napoleone Milan

Lights are on and excitement is in the air. Narrow streets leading towards the main street, via Monte Napoleone, offer a twinkling atmosphere that inflames the night. People walk around wearing flattering dresses and precious jewellery. The most luxurious boutiques welcome their guests with outstanding wines from the finest wineries. This is the night in…

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When In Rome Achieves B Corp Certification

Because there’s no Can B! UK sustainable wine brand joins a community of purpose-led businesses by achieving B Corp certification. Sustainable wine brand When in Rome today announced it has achieved B Corp certification, joining a community of 1,500 UK organisations including well-known brands such as Patagonia, Ben and Jerry’s and Tony’s Chocolonely reinventing business…

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Interview With A Sommelier – Grace Matt

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 man who has helped many people to discover the vast world…

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Son Of A Lesser God: Sparkling Wines From Pretty Unknown Grapes – Caprettone

Campania has really a treasure, if you consider the richness and the varieties of native grapes! Their names are sometimes funny and often refer to animals. Caprettone is one of those because it means ‘Big Goat’. It is a very vigorous vine and the shape of the bunch reminds you of the goat’s beard. It…

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Interview With A Sommelier – Beatrice Bessi

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 woman who has helped many people to discover the vast world…

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Does wine numb our consciousness?

One of the great benefits of drinking a good glass of fine wine is the relaxing effect it has (for most of us). Of course, this only applies as long as you drink in reasonable moderation. But what really happens mentally when we use something like an alcoholic beverage? Does it impact our consciousness in…

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Interview With A Winemaker – Melissa Newman

Wine isn’t just made, it’s crafted by the unwavering expertise of a Winemaker, sometimes old traditions are passed down by generations and on other occasions, new people venture into the industry, introducing us to new creations, this series of Winemaker Interviews will help you uncover the vast world and skills of how the artists passionate…

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Iron Horse Vineyards Sparkling Wines: Effervescent and Irresistible

Pure Joy With her effervescent nature, Joy Sterling couldn’t be more suited for making sparkling wine. When I asked her what she wanted people to know about their sparkling wines, she called them irresistible. “Once you’ve tried them,” she said, “you wake up at 3:00 in the morning with an undeniable thirst for Iron Horse…

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Interview With A Sommelier – Raymart D. Marte

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 man who has helped many people to discover the vast world…

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