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Cristal 2008 vs Dom Pérignon 2008
A Comparative Tasting of Cristal 2008 Vs Dom Pérignon 2008 Hand on heart, the association with Cristal is crystal-fresh and how not to believe in psychology and that the name does not matter, even though the label is in cosy-warm colours. For the last 10 years, I have been looking at Champagnes and sparkling wines…
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Made in Brazil: Why You Should Try Brazilian Sparkling Wines
For those who love bubbles, exploring new horizons is essential. So, let’s set aside Champagne, Prosecco, and Cava for a moment and take a sip of Brazilian sparkling wines. As a proud Brazilian and a sparkling wine enthusiast, I’m thrilled to say that Brazil is producing sparkling wines of exceptional quality and increasingly gaining global…
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English and Welsh growers hold their own in challenging year
WineGB Harvest Summary: Provisional 2024 Data Despite testing conditions, also experienced across Europe, a small but good quality crop was achieved in 2024, reflective of an increasingly mature and skilled workforce, the WineGB Harvest Yield Survey reveals. Key takeaways for this season: Industry maturity and understanding of vineyard management came to the fore. Expertise, resilience,…
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Cooking & Pairing With Sublime Butter
Spending time over the Christmas season cooking and baking some delicious festive treats with a Glass of Bubbly in hand, is one of the things we look forward to the most, from Christmas Cookies to making our own pigs in blankets, beef Yorkshire puddings or experimenting with something new, and when in the kitchen, the…
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7 Things To Pair With Wine This Christmas For An Enhanced Experience
Christmas is an excellent time to bring up your holiday celebrations with some fine wine pairings. It is always important to select the right combinations of food and wine, whether a fancy dinner you are hosting or a quiet night with a fire. From mouth-watering starters to scrumptious desserts, the best food and wine marriage…
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Sherry Amor – Tasting Aged Sherry
On a mission to make the nation fall back in love with Sherry, Richard Oakley has created a new company called ‘Sherry Amor‘, offering collections of Sherry, exploring different styles, producers and ageing potential. It’s Great To Speak With You, Richard, What Inspired You To Create And Launch Your New Company ‘Sherry Amor’? “I’ve always…
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Holiday Cocktail Pairings for an Elegant Private Dining Experience
When it comes to holiday gatherings, nothing elevates the ambiance quite like a perfectly paired cocktail. Whether you’re planning a sophisticated corporate event or an intimate dinner with loved ones at private event restaurants near me, matching the right drinks to your dishes can make all the difference. A private dining experience offers the ideal…
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Greek Pet-Nat Wines – Ladies Lead the Way
Four young ladies utterly impressed me with both their character, and, in this instance, their ancestral method* (pet nat) wines. I was compelled to write about them, because their energy was contagious. I will be profiling Evmorfia from Kostaki Winery in Samos, Chloi from Chatzivaryti Winery in Goumenissa, Anthi from Charalaboglou Winery in Serres and…
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Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Wedding Toasts
Whether you’re planning a big wedding to share your special day with a wide circle of loved ones or catering for a more intimate affair, do your best to bat off unwanted opinions and suggestions and stay true to what matters the most. A wedding is the reflection of your love story, so make it…
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