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Coupe or flute for your bubbly?

By Glass of Bubbly / 8th November 2014

The controversy rages on. This Christmas is it better to serve your Champagne and prosecco in flutes? Or in coupes? Whichever you opt for, leading glassware supplier has lots and lots of different styles to choose from in its ‘Art of Artis 2014’ catalogue. COUPE OR FLUTE? The Coupe is the first style of glassware…

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Beaumont des Crayères Fleur Noir

Beaumont des Crayères Fleur Noir

By Glass of Bubbly / 7th November 2014

Ruch, gourmand and intense. Golden robe with silvery glints and persistent fine bubbles developing a lovely cordon. Intense nose with notes of plum jam and red berries. When mixing, the flavours evolve on strawberry, redcurrant then dried fruits, honey and grilled notes.Rich palate marked by red berries with a gourmand and round attack. Long and…

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Pommery Rosé Apanage

Pommery Rosé Apanage

By Glass of Bubbly / 7th November 2014

A selection of top crus. Its original bottle puts Thierry Gasco’s latest creation among the ranks of exceptional rosés. This wine is pastel pink in colour, so characteristic of Pommery style, with fresh, fine aromas. It is intended for prestige wine shops and fine restaurants. COLOUR: In the pale pink characteristic of Pommery’s rosé Champagnes,…

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Luc Belaire Brut

By Glass of Bubbly / 5th November 2014

Following the phenomenal global success of Luc Belaire Rosé, France’s most exquisite Rosé, we are pleased to share news of the recent launch of LUC BELAIRE BRUT, an elegant, effervescent Blanc de Blancs produced exclusively from French chardonnay grapes. This sophisticated Brut is produced in the heart of Burgundy and crafted by 5th and 6th…

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Gaudinat-Boivin Cuvée Tradition

Gaudinat-Boivin Cuvée Tradition

By Glass of Bubbly / 5th November 2014

Available as either a brut or a demi-sec, Tradition is a blend of 75% Pinot Meunier, 15% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Noir from 2 different harvests and ages for at least 18 months in bottle. Tasting notes The attractive pale gold colour, the very lively bubbles and the fresh fruity aromas culminate in a fresh…

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Pierre Moncuit Millesime 2005 Non Dose

Pierre Moncuit Millesime 2005 Non Dose

By Glass of Bubbly / 4th November 2014

Pierre Moncuit Vintage “Non Dose” Brut Blanc de Blancs 2005 is something very different. Very clean and fresh, with a zero dosage meaning it’s as pure as you’ll find. On the Eye: Clean and pure with fine bubbles and hints of green. On the Nose: Fresh and lively with citrus notes On the Palate: Exceptionally…

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Pommery Millésime Grand Cru 2005

Pommery Millésime Grand Cru 2005

By Glass of Bubbly / 4th November 2014

The year of tranquillity. COLOUR: It is a lovely yellow in colour with attractive hints of green. Its sheer transparency is such that you can glimpse the treasures it holds within. NOSE: Behind the first nose, which is quite fat, silky and almost creamy, attractive floral notes of very slightly dried flowers emerge. Next appear…

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Duval-Leroy Clos des Bouveries 2005

Duval-Leroy Clos des Bouveries 2005

By Glass of Bubbly / 31st October 2014

A perfect marriage of soil and expertise. Clos des Bouveries, overlooking the village of Vertus, is an ancient plot of land belonging to the Duval-Leroy family, which enjoys a mid-slope position facing due east. This situation provides exceptional conditions producing one of the earliest growth cycles in the area, and enriching the fruits with an…

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Bodegas Colet top class sparkling wine from DO Penedés

By Glass of Bubbly / 31st October 2014

It’s time for some fresh, invigorating Spanish Sparkling Wine – notice, I don’t say Cava, because it’s not Cava, but it’s top class fizz, I can assure you! It is from Cataluña, but it’s DO Penedés (or Clàssic Penedés, to give this sparkling wine its correct name) not DO Cava. I’m extremely impressed and recommend…

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