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Why Do We Drink Champagne on New Year’s Eve?
In amongst sing songs, party foods, Big Ben, fireworks and even bringing traditions such as salt, coal and bread through the front door we will undoubtedly see plenty of alcohol enjoyed by many when it comes to celebrating the New Year. One such drink that we can all associate with New Year celebrations is sparkling…
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Going Back to Paris in the 20’s with a Flute of Champagne
Just a century ago, there was a thriving city, probably the most exciting city in Europe at that time. Imagine wide boulevards criss-crossed by black cars and old horse-drawn carriages. L’Avenue de l’Opéra leading towards the magnificent Opéra theatre, le Café du Dôme and le Café de la paix full of elegantly-dressed people. The sound…
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The Best Champagne for your Turkey Christmas Dinner
For those of us celebrating Christmas with a traditional turkey dinner on the 25th, it is highly likely that a drink or two during cooking and eating will take place. As Christmas time is a celebration for many then sparkling wines and especially Champagne are likely to make an appearance. It is said that around…
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Traditional Champagne Cocktail
If you are after impressing your guests and especially at Christmas then the Traditional Champagne Cocktail might very well be that party trick up your sleeve. It might seem quite extravagant, posh or something for the bartender to prepare, but in fact, it is a very easy to prepare cocktail, one which looks very picturesque…
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Domaine Alexandre Bonnet Blanc de Noirs Champagne
A blend of Pinot Noirs from a variety of the estate’s vineyards, this wine expresses the fine and fruity signature of the Les Riceys terroir.
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How to Spot Fake / Counterfeit Champagne
As with most expensive and desirable items, there is always the potential that counterfeits are floating about. I am sure we have all seen for ourselves fake products be it those Gucci shoes at the local market or we have tried to watch a copied DVD and regretted that purchase. The problem lays both in…
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Avenue de Champagne
Not quite as famous as the Mall leading to Buckingham Palace or Sunset Boulevard taking in Beverly Hills and West Hollywood, but nonetheless a most amazing avenue to walk or drive down – Avenue de Champagne is famous in the world of wine, a 1km stretch containing photogenic grand mansions and headquarters of legendary Champagne…
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Sparkling Wine and Champagne Cocktail Recipes
Champagne cocktails are fun and easy to prepare; simple ingredients can turn even a cheap Champagne substitute into a holiday treat. As every host or hostess knows, there can be a lot of stressful details involved in planning a party. Marvelous, festive holiday cocktails shouldn’t be one of them: Using Champagne or sparkling wine in…
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How to Open Champagne and Serve It Properly: A Beginner’s Guide
In the U.S. Champagne and sparkling wines are often reserved for special occasions; a guide to opening and serving Champagne can help novice wine-servers. Although Champagne has been popular in America since the 1820s, it has never been fully accepted as an ordinary everyday wine. Instead, it is associated with the milestone achievements of a…
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