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A Must-Visit Sparkling Wine Destination: Napa Valley, California
California is known for its warm weather, sunny coastlines, great cities and good wine! Each country has their own distinctive sparkling wines, so it’s fantastic to explore. The warm weather and incredible views don’t hurt either! Napa Valley is one of the most famous wine regions, with more than 450 wineries. Some big-name Champagne labels…
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There’s a Lesser-Known Italian Bubbly you Need to Try
It’s no wonder Prosecco has taken the UK by storm, with its light, fruity taste and affordable price. However, any enthusiastic Prosecco-lover would be missing out if they didn’t look a little south, to another area of Italy producing outstanding, yet lesser-known, sparkling wines. We’re talking about Franciacorta of course, one of Italy’s best-kept secrets.…
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Bollinger Searches for New Company President
Champagne Bollinger’s current head, Jérôme Philipon has been promoted to the position of CEE at SJB (Société Jacques Bollinger), leaving a role to be filled at the company. Philipon will soon have to relocate to Paris from his home in Reims for his new more senior position at Bollinger. He is the first person outside…
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Discover Sparkling Wine from Tasmania
Australia has been long producing sparkling wines, with Tasmania the hotbed of production. Even though this region produces only 0.5% of the country’s total wine, it’s highly regarded thanks to the quality and pricing of the wines. Tasmanian sparkling wines are becoming more recognised in the UK market. However, it’s Australians who are lucky enough…
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How Much Sugar is in Your Glass of Bubbly?
Curious about just how much sugar is in your glass? That depends on how sweet you like your sparkling wine, but probably less than you think. You might be happy to hear that Champagne and sparkling wine contains less calories than red and white wine. Red wine contains around 100 kcal per glass, and bubbly…
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Lambrusco is Back in Fashion!
There are already growing predictions that sparkling red wine could be the next alternative wine craze. Australia is a great choice, with quality sparkling shiraz production growing rapidly. However, we shouldn’t overlook Lambrusco. This sparkling red wine was once popular in the 70s and 80s before falling out of fashion, but appears to be regaining…
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Celebrity Interview: Victoria Graham (McCoy)
Victoria is a presenter on BBC Spotlight. She is married to Simon McCoy, loves to sing, cook and most of all, be out with her dogs Grizzle and Scampi. Where’s the most memorable place you’ve enjoyed a Glass of Bubbly? It has to be on stage at a Barry Manilow concert in Las Vegas. I’m…
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Pink Bubbly Cocktails for Valentine’s Day
Who needs to go out on a date when you have Champagne and Prosecco cocktails? Strawberry Mint Prosecco 1 mint leaf 3 handfuls of strawberries Bottle of Prosecco or other sparkling wine Using the back of a spoon, sieve the mint leave and strawberries into a bowl. Keep chilled until ready to serve, then add…
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Wine Merchant Reports 24% Jump in Sparkling Wine Sales
Jascots Wine Merchants, specialist wine supplier to restaurants, hotels and caterers, has reported a 24% sales jump of sparkling wines. English wines have proven particularly popular, rising by 41% in sales as Jascot has added 7 new English wines to their site under its own section. They have wines from Bolney, Three Choirs and Lyme…
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