Sparkling Wine News

Interview With A Sommelier – Lorenzo Ambonati

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 article, I speak with a man who has helped many people to discover the vast world…

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Vineyards of Sicily

Discover Sparkling Wines of Sicily

I have visited Italy countless times in the last few years and being a sparkling wine journalist, my invites and time have mostly been spent concentrated on the Northern areas where such regions as Prosecco, Franciacorta and Trento can be found. The climate and the land (terroir) of the north is very much suited to…

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What does classic Champagne blend mean

Classic Champagne Blend

A common phrase in the world of bubbles is that of ‘classic Champagne blend‘ though what really does it mean as it is also referred to with wines made outside of the region itself? Surely it is exclusive to the famous region of Champagne in France? The term itself is one of the famous styles…

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Mountains of Le Marche italy

A Guide To The Central Italy Wine Regions

If you have always wanted to know more about the most famous Central Italy wine regions, keep reading. I’ll give you a brief yet detailed overview of what each of the most famous wine regions offers so that you know exactly what to expect. Let’s begin! What are Central Italy’s most important Wine Regions? Central…

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The DOCG Region of Prosecco in Italy

Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG

Prosecco is one of the great success stories of the Italian wine industry and with around 125m bottles of Prosecco DOC exported to the UK in the last year, it has taken the market by storm like no other wine. (source: GlassofBubbly.com, May 2022). But not all Prosecco is born the same. Whilst Prosecco DOC…

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The Godfather – An Italian Showdown

My reader, come closer, I have something to tell you… Our family is about to go to war, a disagreement has come about, disputing what is the best Traditional Italian Sparkling Wine, it is up to you to present a firm offensive as we come under attack by the 5 families. The streets of New…

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Low Alcohol Bubbly Rosé

The creation of Annick Bubbly Rosé was the answer to the unanswered question ‘what can we order in a bar/restaurant when we don’t feel like an alcoholic drink or soda/coffee?’ Annick Devaux is from Belgium, she embarked on a bike journey from Brussels to Lucca, but became ever more frustrated when she could never find…

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The First Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Cru

The First Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Cru by Montelvini’s FM333 Montelvini, one of the most popular and well known Prosecco brands, have released something truly unique, the First Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Cru – and they’ve called it FM333. FM means Fontana Masorin, the name of their vineyard located on the Montello Hill which is…

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Is Sparkling Wine Too Complicated?

The world of Sparkling Wine is one that is constantly growing and to stay on top of everything that is happening in the industry is a full-time job, but for the average consumer who just wants to enjoy some Sparkling Wine, is it made too complicated? With enough time, anyone could come to understand and…

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