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Christmas Cocktails with Prosecco DOC

By Glass of Bubbly / 6th December 2018

How to make the perfect Prosecco-based cocktail for any festive occasion. From Snowballs to Mulled Wine, no Christmas party would be complete without a festive cocktail or two. This year, Prosecco DOC has chosen their favourite Christmas cocktails to suit any kind of occasion and every kind of guest. With such a variety of styles…

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Which Fizz Pairs Best with Breakfast – Champagne or Prosecco?

By Oliver Walkey / 23rd November 2018

Whether you enjoy egg, bacon, kippers or yoghurt and fruit for breakfast which fizz pairs best – Champagne or Prosecco? I decided to try out some different breakfast options and pair them with Jean Pierre Launois Champagne Brut-Blanc De Blancs and 7 Cascine Prosecco, available from Spar to see which pairs best. Jean Pierre Launois Champagne…

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Prosecco DOC Forecasts an Exceptional Harvest for 2018

By Glass of Bubbly / 15th October 2018

The 2018 harvest seems to have made everyone forget about the difficult 2017 vintage. Today, at its final stages, this year’s harvest has been reported to be generous in terms of both quantity and quality as opposed to the poor yields of 2017. The Prosecco DOC Consortium is now ready to evaluate the situation. “The…

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The Best Pizza and Prosecco Combinations

By Christopher Walkey / 12th October 2018

Many will admit to, though wish they didn’t, that pizza is a favourite treat in their weekly dining habits (49% of people in the UK eat pizza at least once a week) with the history of this famous Italian dish dating back to 11 June 1889 when a Margherita was served to King Umberto I and Queen Margherita…

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Drinking Prosecco Naked – Is that you?

By Christopher Walkey / 11th October 2018

A catchy title will lead many to read on, though to be honest, in my opinion, many people will still be drinking Prosecco more or less naked in that the label means very little to those consuming it, it is all about what lays inside. Fair enough I suppose, as long as it says Prosecco…

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Finding the Best Prosecco & Wine Bars in Galway, Ireland

By Glass of Bubbly / 6th September 2018

The city of Galway is bustling and vibrant, offering a myriad of opportunities for fun and relaxation amidst all the exciting things to do. From trendy shops to historical landmarks, there’s something for every taste and preference. Some of the best attractions, however, are the authentic eateries and wine bars, many of which are new…

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Prosecco DOC Harvest 2018

By Glass of Bubbly / 4th September 2018

As we draw closer to the final wine harvests of the year, the Tutelary Consortium for Prosecco DOC is anticipating one of the best productions for the Italian sparkling wine after near to perfect conditions continue. Stefano Zanette, the President of the Consortium describes the conditions for all the grapes used in the production of…

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Homemade Sushi with Champagne or Prosecco?

By Christopher Walkey / 23rd August 2018

A favourite dish for many is sushi from Makizushi to Temari, it is a healthy style of food that also pairs very well with sparkling wines. This popular cuisine from Japan is enjoyed across the world and produced in many styles to include the Westernised version which sees sheets of nori seaweed used to contain rice,…

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Prosecco Cocktail in Bottles from Long Flint

By Christopher Walkey / 1st August 2018

Long Flint kindly sent us a selection of their bottled cocktail samples and one caught our eye in having Prosecco within the menu! The Negroni Sbagliato offers an easy to drink, not too strong (5.2% alcohol) with red berry fruit / blood orange flavours – The Prosecco is not overly evident so if this is…

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