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Climate Change Drives UK Wine Production
The idea of natural climate change turning the UK into a viable wine-making region may have boosted the industry in recent years, but cold snaps, sharp frosts and downpours threaten productivity – according to University of East Anglia research. As UK wine producers prepare for what they hope will be a bumper 2016 season a…
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Domaine Mersiol Crémant d’Alsace
The Mersiol family heritage dates back to the 18th century on the hillsides of Dambach-la-ville in the Alsace region of northeastern France. They sold their first wine in 1946, but it wasn’t until 1960 the estate expanded and created ‘Domaine Mersiol’ after Guy Mersiol married Anne-Lise Ruhlmann whose family owned an adjoining Estate. Domaine Mersiol has 12 hectares of vineyards, 3.5 of which…
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New Humble Grape Wine Bar Opening in London
Humble Grape is opening its second bar, the first in Battersea, on Fleet Street in London. The second bar is aiming to be a more luxurious, up-market venue. Both an independent wine shop and wine bar, Humble Grape has a frequently changed wine list so there’s always something new and interesting to try. They seek…
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Celebrity Interview: Cheryl Baker
Cheryl is best known for being a member of 1980s pop group Bucks Fizz, who won the 1981 Eurovision Song Contest. Bucks Fizz went on to gain world-wide recognition with a string of more than 20 hits including three number ones: The Land Of Make Believe, My Camera Never Lies and of course, the winning…
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Sparkling Wines from Argentina
Like many countries, Argentina has seen a boost in popularity of it’s home-grown sparkling wines (or Espumante). It’s a dynamic industry driven by young consumers who are ready to challenge the traditions and try something new. Many wineries are using the Charmat method to make affordable sparkling wines. Chandon Argentina Chandon Argentina is owned by…
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Bottomless Bubbly Brunches in London
Bottomless brunches are becoming more popular in the capital, usually offered in bars and restaurants during the weekend. Many venues offer the option to add unlimited Prosecco (or Champagne or cocktails) with a set brunch menu. There are loads to try, here’s just a few! Flesh & Buns Japanese cuisine. Covent Garden. Styled after a Japanese post-work…
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Enjoy a Glass of Bubbly at Bar Vino
Bar Vino is a modern, stylish and contemporary Champagne, cocktail and wine bar in Market Square, South Woodham Ferrers in Essex. Sit and enjoy a glass of bubbly with Champagne Laurent-Perrier Brut or Laurent-Perrier Rosé. There is also Prosecco from Nua and Nua Rosé. Mini bottles of Prosecco are also available from one 4 one…
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Gin & Fizz, New Bar in Leicestershire
Market Harborough has a new bar called Gin & Fizz, it is Leicestershire’s first gin bar serving sparkling wine and locally-produced spirits. The waterside bar is located at the canal basin off Leicester Road above the Waterfront Restaurant. As well as gin, it will serve a range of cocktails and sparkling wines. The Waterfront Restaurant already serves a…
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Enjoy a Glass of Bubbly at a London Rooftop Bar
As Spring is upon us and the weather starts to (hopefully) warm up a little, rooftop venues will start opening and becoming busy again. There’s something great about enjoying a glass of sparkling wine on a rooftop bar admiring the stunning views. Here are a few places to try out in London: Forest on the Roof…
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