Sparkling Wine News

Breaky Bottom – Peter’s Notes, July 2024

2024 has been a difficult growing season for English and Welsh vineyards. Earlier heavy rains were followed by two weeks of overcast cool weather. Some vineyards have good potential crops while others, including Breaky Bottom, will harvest a more modest crop. However, the sun has been shining during early August, so fingers crossed! Cuvée Names…

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Hattingley Valley – Interview With Chris Unger

There is no denying that English Sparkling Wine is on the rise, becoming an undeniable contender to Traditional Method Sparkling Wines around the world. 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 and those willing to follow their…

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Söptei’s Bubori Blanc: Your Bubbly Best Friend

Of course, we all love a good bottle of Champagne or Metodo Classico. But, are we always keen on buying or opening one when there’s not a special occasion to celebrate? If you love bubbles and want to enjoy a bottle without guilt or breaking the bank, Söptei Zsolt has the perfect solution for you!…

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Interview With A Winemaker – Shahar Marmor

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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Etyek Wine Region In Hungary: Refreshingly Sparkling!

Tokaj, Balaton and maybe also Villány…. wine regions that you probably know from the wine country of Hungary. But Etyek? Does this ring a bell? Or maybe a bubble? Etyek is the emerging Hungarian wine region for sparkling wines. And that is just a stone’s throw from the capital Budapest. During the Hungarian Wine Summit…

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Bride Valley Wines – Interview With Sam Flood

There is no denying that English Sparkling Wine is on the rise, becoming an undeniable contender to Traditional Method Sparkling Wines around the world. 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 and those willing to follow their…

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Simpsons Wine Estate – Interview With Ruth & Charles Simpson

There is no denying that English Sparkling Wine is on the rise, becoming an undeniable contender to Traditional Method Sparkling Wines around the world. 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 and those willing to follow their…

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English Wine

England was introduced to Vines back during the Roman Empire, in 43 BC Emperor Claudius began the conquest of the British Isles and with him, he brought along some vines and possibly introduced winemaking at the same time. Heading forward to the 10th century, Vineyards were being planted and Wines were being produced off the…

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Sea Change Wine – Interview With Liv Dawson

The love for Sparkling Wine is infinite, a language that everyone can understand, a sparkle that can shine in anyone’s glass, it can connect people, bring them together and place a smile on faces around the world. In this exclusive feature on Glass of Bubbly, we speak with Liv Dawson, in charge of Sales &…

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