Sparkling Wine News
Traverse City and Petowsky Bay, Michigan Wineries
It was a lovely early fall wedding. I was the best man for a SF roommate and his bride to be in Traverse City on the banks of Petowsky’s scenic Lake Michigan waterfront. A more idyllic location or weather could not have been ordered! The wedding was to occur on 2001, September the 9th. More…
The Wonders of Japan
A country of immense beauty, a country that hosts some of the finest expressions of life, with honour in history and elegance in craft. Japan, amongst its many other wonders, offers incredible Sparkling Wines. We’ll explore the country, culture and discover one Japanese Winery in particular that took home a Trophy at the Glass of…
Interview With A Sommelier – Alexander Preston
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…
Is Natural Wine A Better Wine?
If we say natural, we normally mean: created by or in nature without human intervention. Now that makes it a difficult concept for wine, because making wine from grapes inevitably requires human action, like harvesting and processing. So we need to find a more useful description, such as: ‘nothing added nor removed’. So there might…
Head Of Wine Operations At Digby Fine English – Conor Milne
Wine isn’t just made, it’s crafted by the unwavering expertise of a Winemaker and the delicate touch of a Vineyard Manager, sometimes old traditions are passed down by generations and on other occasions, newcomers venture into the industry, introducing us to new creations, this series of Industry Interviews will help you uncover the vast world…
Understanding Oenology – Interview With Adriana Maio
The World of Wine is marvellously kept in its purest form thanks to the hard work and studies of Oenologists around the world, in this article we speak with a woman who has helped encourage the growth of healthy grapes for the production of wine, her name is Adriana Maio. Now let’s find out a…
Interview With A Sommelier – Philip Dunne
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…
Riding the Big Wave of Sparkling Wine in Santa Barbara County, California
Talking with Laura Hughes is like having coffee with a good friend. Her warm smile, open gaze, and peaceful manner puts you at ease. You can imagine her in her kitchen baking bread with her husband nearby and their dog at her feet. But her energy and enthusiasm explode when she talks about making sparkling…
Moscato d’Asti or Asti Spumante, Whats The Difference?
Summer is coming! Time to enjoy a refreshing glass of sparkling wine on a terrace, at the beach, in your own backyard or balcony. Of course we all know Prosecco, Champagne and Cava, but have you ever thought of buying a sparkling Asti wine? Moscato d’Asti or Asti Spumante? The namesake of both wines is…