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International Champagne & Sparkling Wine Trade / Press Tasting in London – April 30th 2018

By Christopher Walkey / 22nd September 2017

The entries for stands and free pour placements are now open for the 2018 Glass of Bubbly International Champagne & Sparkling Wine Trade / Press Tasting and Summit. Prices to exhibit:  £800 + VAT per stand (up to 8 bottles) and just £100 + VAT for free pour placements. View our online brochure here Last years tasting…

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Discover the Beautiful Region of Côte des Bar, Champagne

By Glass of Bubbly / 22nd September 2017

Lovers of authenticity and fine bubbles will appreciate the Aube and its Champagne Route through the Côte des Bar. This region is devoted to wine growing with its picturesque villages, remarkable vineyards, vaulted cellars and typical ‘cadoles’ (vineyard huts with mortared walls); you will discover a unique region full of passion. In the care of…

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Discover Champagne Liébart-Régnier

By Glass of Bubbly / 14th September 2017

Established in 1960 by Lucien Liébart and Georgette Régnier, Champagne Liébart-Régnier is situated in Baslieux-sous-Châtillon, a typical Champagne village at the heart of the Vallée de la Marne. 2nd generation Lauren Liébart and his wife Valérie, produce a range of Champagne from their 10 hectares of vineyards over 2 villages; Baslieux-sous-Châtillon and Vauciennes. They are…

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Discover Champagne Bernard Bijotat

By Glass of Bubbly / 8th September 2017

Bernard and his son Sébastian Bijotat pay the utmost attention to every step of the production of their Champagnes. From the vine to the wine press, they apply a slow and careful wine making process, with respect for the environment they have HVE certification and also produce sulfite free Champagne. This real family affair truly…

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Berry Champagne Popsicles, The Ultimate End of Summer Treat

By Glass of Bubbly / 5th September 2017

With summer winding down, there is still time to squeeze in a backyard dinner party. To get people in the mood for fun, a light-hearted Champagne popsicle is a perfect treat to welcome your guests with on a hot day. Not only are they delicious push pops of Champagne flavoured ice, they contain alcohol and…

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Champagne Armand de Brignac & Arnaud Lallement

By Glass of Bubbly / 5th September 2017

On September 1, three Michelin-starred chef Arnaud Lallement and Champagne Armand de Brignac debut a new luxury tasting menu, exclusively available at the five-star, Relais & Châteaux hotel L’Assiette Champenoise. A historic first, this is the only culinary experience in the world to offer each of the Champagne’s five prestige cuvées in one place. Tucked…

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Champagne ageing in Chalk Cellars

Enjoy Free Tours & Champagne Tastings via Champagne-Booking

By Glass of Bubbly / 1st September 2017

Did you know some Champagne Houses offer free tours and tastings? At Champagne-Booking you can book free tours and tastings without any costs and with no bookings fees. Here are a few where you can visit the vineyards, explore the cellars and enjoy a glass of Champagne, maybe even discover a new favourite Champagne all at…

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Experience a Special Champagne Experience During the Harvest

By Glass of Bubbly / 25th August 2017

The Champagne harvest begins the last week of August /beginning of September. There are Champagne houses which are offering tours during the harvest, including picking grapes or dinner in the vineyard. Enjoy a tour and tasting during the grape harvest at Champagne Yveline Prat The grape harvest is the most important period. During the tour discover…

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Ratafia – The other drink made in Champagne

By Christopher Walkey / 23rd August 2017

During my many trips to Champagne exploring the countless wine making houses, I’d nearly always be blissfully busy with days of tasting and enjoying the commonly known king of wines. Little else would be worth exploring when you are in Champagne, as it is more or less a philosophy of when in Champagne drink Champagne… One…

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