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Re-Inventing the Bubbly Glass
If you are looking for an exciting new way to serve your bubbly the perfect glass for you is the new sparkling glass from Royal Leerdam. Starting with the premise that the shape of the glass can have an enormous influence on the taste of wine, the new range of stemware is called “The Experts’…
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Prosecco Shortage? What Shortage?
Prosecco has been in the spotlight recently, with the apparent news of a global shortage. This we’re led to believe is to due to over demand and bad weather, but could it have been an elaborate marketing ploy? 2014 was a bad year for the Prosecco vineyards, grapes grown in the DOC flatlands of the Prosecco-producing region north…
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Tanguy Martin of Hotel TerraVina named Moët UK Sommelier of the Year 2015
Martin’s victory came after a tough final at the Savoy hotel in London yesterday, where he competed against Romain Bourger of the Vineyard at Stockcross, and Arnaud Bardary from Maze in London. Bardary was placed second, while Bourger was third in the competition, organised by the Academy of Food and Wine Service (AFWS) and The…
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Mouzon-Leroux L’Atavique Brut Réserve Grand Cru
This is a very special completely organic and biodynamic cuvée of which only a couple of thousand bottles are produced every year. Every bottle is numbered. Aromas of brioche, biscuit, apple, strawberry and black cherry. Taste of pear, brioche and almond. Bubbliez are the importer of organic price-winning grower Champagnes from three Champagne houses. Besides importing these beautiful…
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Lanson Reenchants its Iconic Cuvée
Black Label owes its emblematic name to Victor Lanson who, in 1937, wished to pay tribute to the British market and notably the Royal Court of the United Kingdom which Champagne Lanson has supplied by appointment since 1900. The colour black, a symbol of elegance, was a natural choice for this Champagne dominated by Pinot Noir. Today the House is enhancing its iconic Champagne…
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Hart of Gold ~ English Sparkling Wine
Justin Howard-Sneyd MW has spent years buying wine and advising winemakers on how to make and market their wines, so has now decided to put his money where his mouth is and launch his own English Sparkling Wine. After working at Chapel Down in 1997, Justin went on to buy English wine for Safeway, Sainsbury’s and Waitrose,…
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Piot Sévillano Brut & Extra Brut Tradition
Brut Tradition Very beautiful pale colour for this mixed brut which reflects the know-how of our House. The champagne of all moments, it is ideal for the aperitif as well as for a whole meal. “A structured wine full of finesse and elegance, full and lively on the palate with delicious floral and acidulous fruit…
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J Vineyards Winery
The story of J Vineyards & Winery begins in 1986, when Judy Jordan followed her dream of starting a winery specializing in sparkling wine. Her belief that soil enriches the flavors of the fruit of the vine influenced her pursuit of unique terroir and “a sense of place” for growing wine grapes. This journey led…
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Tendil & Lombardi: Blanc de Blancs and Blanc de Noirs
Blanc de Blancs Tasting: Pale yellow. Fresh melon, pear, tangerine and mint on the nose, with a subtle chalky quality adding lift. Juicy and fruit-driven, with vibrant citrus and melon flavors complemented by richer poached pear and fig notes. Finishes with tangy minerality and very good spicy persistence. This suave, seamless Champagne would make a…
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