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Vinakoper – Capris Refošk – Trophy Fruity & Floral

By Christopher Walkey / 5th December 2017

Congratulations to Vinakoper with their Capris Refošk which received a Trophy at The World’s Finest Glass of Bubbly awards 2017. A panel of 36 top industry wine judges tasted all the entries for 2017 and were able to not only scores wines with medals, but also place them in to easy to understand categories such as…

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The World’s Finest Glass of Bubbly has been found!

By Christopher Walkey / 27th November 2017

Who does not enjoy a drop of fizz, the sparkling stuff, popping the Champagne open and pouring the bubbly? Just the thought of someone handing you a glass will bring a smile to your face. The UK itself loves Champagne and sparkling wines with 1.25 billion glasses of the stuff being consumed annually so recent…

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The World’s Finest Glass of Bubbly Awards 2017 Results

By Christopher Walkey / 23rd November 2017

The results are in from The World’s Finest Glass of Bubbly Awards 2017. We would like to thank every wine label that submitted their wines to be judged by 36 of the world’s top wine professionals over two days at one of our main sponsors Marriott County Hall Hotel in Westminster. Each wine went through…

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International launch of Cava de Paraje Calificado in London

By Christopher Walkey / 22nd November 2017

I was delighted to have been invited to the international launch of the all new Cava high quality classification that is Cava de Paraje Calificado. The Gherkin has held a few amazing tastings and launch events that I have attended in the past so myself along with several other top industry wine professionals gathered both excited and…

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Supermarket Fizz: Part 1 – Spar

By Christopher Walkey / 21st November 2017

For many, frequently in the past and still sometimes today, supermarkets and convenience stores are a haven for those of us looking to purchase our weekly supply of wines with many stores holding huge selections and employing some of the best wine buyers to get award winning and unique options. Even though many stores lead…

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Taste some fine Italian wines in stylish surroundings at The Wine House Hotel 1821

By Christopher Walkey / 13th October 2017

A recent press launch party took place showcasing the latest addition to the brand Zonin1821 and giving Edinburgh its very own ‘wine library’ in a classy drinking location where fine wines can be enjoyed in a relaxed yet educational setting. “Another new wine bar may not be the most attention grabbing headline, but here Zonin1821…

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Asolo: Explore one of the world’s most amazing Sparkling Wine regions

By Christopher Walkey / 10th October 2017

“You can easily grow a very deep love affair with the whole DOCG Prosecco region and an outstanding part of this magnificent wine region is that of Asolo. What this place holds is a truly amazing cultural and historical charm steeped in history and today producing some of the finest examples of sparkling wines which are…

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Glass of Bubbly Manchester Trade and Press Tasting 2017

By Christopher Walkey / 21st September 2017

The Glass of Bubbly trade and press Champagne & Sparkling Wine tasting took place at Chetham’s music school in Manchester on September 18th 2017 with a selection of producers showcasing sparkling wines ranging from Champagne to Franciacorta. This event was in association with Fizz Guru (Supplying exclusive, not on the High Street fizz and tasting…

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A Visit to Halfpenny Green Vineyards English Sparkling Wine

By Christopher Walkey / 18th September 2017

Now not many would expect to find a busy and most successful vineyard just outside Wolverhampton, but here I found a very active and fast-growing Halfpenny Green Vineyards with a most delightful and varied selection of fine English wines to explore. Once again the rain followed me, typical English summer weather many would say, but it…

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