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Sparkling Wines and Fine Dines: How to Make the Perfect Gift Basket

When it comes to gift-giving, a well-curated gift basket is always a great choice that can easily make a lasting impression. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply want to show someone you care, a gift basket filled with sparkling wines, gourmet treats and some personalized knick-knacks is sure to delight any recipient. However,…

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Interview With A Sommelier – Michele Mattia Virzi

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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Squerryes Estate Celebrates 20 year Vineyard Anniversary

The Squerryes Estate has been around since 1731, and the estate is currently being looked after by 8th generation Henry Warde. This year the vineyard is celebrating its 20th anniversary and is now proudly producing award winning sparkling English wine which can be purchased at the winery and through retailers including Waitrose. Vineyard owner Henry…

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The New Kid in Town – PasoSecco, ‘The Best Bubbles in Paso’

It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of sparkling wine. This year, my goal is to uncover as many interesting, off the beaten path bubblies as I can! Now that the search has officially begun, I found PasoSecco, right in my own backyard of Paso Robles wine country. Halfway between San Francisco and Los…

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Interview With A Sommelier – Fedon Dernikos

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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What Effects Does Coffee Have On Sparkling Wine?

The effects that coffee has on sparkling wine is an important lesson to learn within the wine industry, like not wearing perfume to a wine tasting, the reason is because it affects your ability to effectively discover the aromas inside a glass of bubbly, this includes the likes of black coffee, as it’s strong aroma…

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Prosecco DOC Confirmed as Top Italian Wine Designation for 2023

Prosecco DOC confirms itself as the top Italian wine designation for 2023 in both volume and value, with production at over 616 million bottles. However, there has been a 3.5% decrease in bottling compared to the previous year, which drops to below 2% when excluding Prosecco DOC Rosé which experienced a more significant decline while…

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Interview With A Sommelier – Fernanda Vargas

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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Le Vigne Winery

Le Vigne Winery, translating to ‘The Vineyard’ in Italian, stands as a testament to the Filippini family’s rich heritage and commitment to traditional winemaking. For close to a century, Le Vigne has dedicated itself to crafting exceptional wines that reflect the distinct characteristics of both the vineyard and the vintage. The Filippini family’s connection to…

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