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Louis Pommery English Sparkling Wine
Vranken-Pommery first started producing English sparkling wine in 2014 in collaboration with local Hampshire winemakers, Louis Pommery England is the first English sparkling wine created by a Champagne House, Vranken Pommery In 2017 the first vines were planted at the Pommery owned vineyard Pinglestone estate near Alresford. 36 hectares of Louis Pommery England vines were planted between…
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Cava Classifications
Cava is the third big name in the Sparkling Wine industry, after Champagne and Prosecco. About 95% of all Cava is produced in the Catalan region of Penedès, west of Barcelona. The village of Sant Sadurní d’Anoia is home to two of the major producers, Codorníu and Freixenet. Its classification is regulated by the Cava D.O.…
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Bartender Made Cocktails – Sparkling Syko
This article is made in collaboration with Akila Chamod, an amazing Bartender in Dubai. The Cocktail that you are about to make is one of Akila Chamod’s Signature Fizz Cocktails, which he makes at Sofitel Dubai The Palm, in Dubai. Let’s Meet The Bartender! “Me, I’m Akila from Sri Lanka and I live in Dubai.…
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Is There Truth In Sparkling Wine?
‘In vino veritas’ is of course a well known and widely quoted Latin phrase that literally means ‘In wine there is truth’. Comparable quotes are found across all kinds of cultures and in all kinds of languages. So do the French have ‘Ce que le sobre tient au cœur est sur la langue du buveur’,…
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Interview With The Founder of Bradstock Estate
There is no denying that English Sparkling Wine is on the rise, becoming an undeniable contender to Champagne, and although it still has some way to go in convincing the rest of the world, to the English, it’s becoming a fan favourite and a go-to Glass of Bubbly, it’s quality is improving with each year…
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English Sparkling Wine Classifications
English Sparkling Wine can only be made in the Traditional Method, (the way they make Champagne), if an English Winery wanted to make their Sparkling Wine in the Charmat/Tank Method (the way they make Prosecco) they can’t label themselves as English Sparkling Wine, instead, they must state something different, like Sparkling Wine Made In England.…
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Discover The Artisan World – English Fizz and Scottish Food
The Hamper, a luxury gift that offers an array of discovery to the receiver. What could be packed within? cheeses, chocolates, treats! We’re delving into the finest items of Scotland, and thanks to Clan Artisan, who have sourced these luxuries and packaged them up within hampers, we can enjoy them from our homes in England…
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Food Pairing ideas with Sparkling Pinot Noir
Sparkling Pinot Noir is like the bubbly cousin of the classic Pinot Noir wine. It’s a lively, effervescent wine that is perfect for celebrations, fancy dinners, or just sipping on a sunny afternoon. We all know that Pinot Noir is one of the three grapes that make Champagne, and it’s almost always in the bottle,…
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Interview With A Sommelier – Daniela Shelton
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 woman who has helped many people to discover the vast world…
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