Sparkling Wine News
Where Can You Buy Sparkling Wine?
For many people, Champagne and Prosecco are the only two Sparkling Wines on the market, constantly fighting for that first place position, the reason is, when it comes to the marketing budget of each, the rest of the world doesn’t really compare. Some will be aware of Cava, (Sparkling Wine from Spain) but after their…
Bubbles from Sicily
Located on the toe of the boot that is Italy, resting like a ball on the penalty spot just about to be nestled in to the corner of the goal by Poalo Rossi, Sicily is the largest island of the Mediterranean which at its closest is just 3.1km apart from the mainland (The Strait of…
Is it Safe to Drink Old Wines?
Whenever I get asked this question I usually respond with no – It is not safe to drink any old wines and you should instead carefully package any unopened bottles and post them to me so I can dispose of them safely for you. Joking aside, I hope by this you know that the answer to…
Does Champagne / Prosecco get you Drunk Faster?
Now let me first advise you that I do not proclaim that the reason we drink either Prosecco or Champagne is to intoxicate ourselves, there are far better ways to enjoy bubbles over getting to a state of blotto’ness… Though in this article we will take a look at the fact that yes, Champagne /…
A Guide To The Glera Grape
Have you ever heard about the Glera grape? What if I tell you that, even if you haven’t, I’m pretty sure you know more about Glera than you actually realise! If you are wondering how you’ll find the answer in the below guide to Glera. Let’s begin! What is the Glera grape? Glera is a…
How To Read A Prosecco Label
Welcome to this Step by Step Guide on how to easily examine and understand the wording on a Prosecco Label, so when you’re next in your local supermarket or looking online you’ll be able to recognize the lesser-known facts that a Prosecco Label is trying to tell you. Step 1 – Selecting a Bottle Every…
Interview With A Sommelier – Pietro G. Zona
The World of Wine is beautifully showcased by an army of talented Sommeliers, who help the consumer discover their next favoutite 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…
‘General Knowledge’ Facts on Bubbly
There is something special, usually involving fun times, whenever we get to popping and pouring bottles of bubbly. Even though this fizzy style of wine has a global fan base, it is surprising that most consumers only hold a very basic level of knowledge on what exactly they are drinking. I am sure many of us…
Thirsting For A Glass of Bubbly
The sun is shining, burning its rays into the ground, drying and cracking the soil on which you walk, your mouth is dry, like sandpaper, you’re thirsting for a glass of something, in the distance, you see a shine, a reflection of the sun bouncing off of something. You walk towards this almost certain mirage,…