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The World’s Finest Glass of Bubbly Awards 2017 Results
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…
Read MoreInternational launch of Cava de Paraje Calificado in London
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…
Read MoreSupermarket Fizz: Part 1 – Spar
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…
Read MoreTaste some fine Italian wines in stylish surroundings at The Wine House Hotel 1821
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…
Read MoreAsolo: Explore one of the world’s most amazing Sparkling Wine regions
“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…
Read MoreGlass of Bubbly Manchester Trade and Press Tasting 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…
Read MoreA Visit to Halfpenny Green Vineyards English Sparkling Wine
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…
Read MoreAstélia Crémant de Limoux Blanc Grand Réserve
“Aside from wine, what I know the best are my three daughters, Astrid, Elisa and Apolline.” What better way for Jean-Claude Mas to honour his family than the creation of a premium range of wines that inspires its name from those of his daughters? Produced at the Domaines’ prized Martinolles property in Saint Hilaire, the…
Read More2017 Night Harvest under a pale full moon at La Vigna di Sarah
A very special thank you to Sarah Dei Tos for our invitation to experience and enjoy the very special and unique night harvest that is undertaken at her vineyards in Vittoria Veneto, Treviso in the heart of the Prosecco region. A warm Summers evening welcomed the event where many special invited guests from television to…
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