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Sustainable, Biodynamic, Organic, Natural Sparkling Wines Explained

By Christopher Walkey / 23rd January 2023

With 100,000’s of wineries dotted around countless countries globally (7.5 million hectares of vineyard approx.) producing around 33 billion bottles of wine. The footprint this sector has is tremendous, which is why many governing bodies of wine regions are focusing on how the grapes are grown and the production methods. If we look at an…

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Bartender Made Cocktails – Eau de Vie

By Oliver Walkey / 23rd January 2023

This article is made in collaboration with Petru Stratan, an amazing Bartender in Ireland. The Cocktail that you are about to make is one of Petru Stratan’s Signature Fizz Cocktails, which he makes at Clayton Hotel in Ireland. Let’s Meet The Bartender “My name is Petru Stratan I am a head bartender in a Clayton…

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The Philosopher’s Daughter Cocktail

By Oliver Walkey / 20th January 2023

From the morning sun, until the rise of the moon, our mind is stolen by the Philosopher’s Daughter, her name is Kathrine and her beauty is untold, her lips like that of sweet cherries and rose petals, fair and honest, sweet and passionate, her heart is pure, this Cocktail we’re about to make is to…

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White Meat and Fish with Champagne

Why White Meats and Champagne?

By Christopher Walkey / 19th January 2023

Most of us, even if not the biggest of wine fans, will know of the rule of thumb quote ‘white wine for white meats (and fish) and red wine for red meats’. Depending on the style and quality of the wine chosen, this phrase is relatively a safe bet in most cases and worthy of…

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Interview With A Sommelier – Pietro Ciofi

By Oliver Walkey / 18th January 2023

The World of Wine is beautifully showcased by an army of talented Sommeliers who help the consumer discover their next favourite bottle, understand the different regions and pair a delicious meal with the right Glass of Bubbly. In this article, I speak with a man who has helped many people to discover the vast world…

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Wine Press Tours What to Expect

Press Trips – Wine & Wine Tourism Sector

By Christopher Walkey / 17th January 2023

As I completed my latest press trip thanks to a kind invitation from Wines of Sicily, I thought it was about time to share with you the kind of experience you can expect on press trips, along with some key tips and advice for those new to this area. During my last trip to Sicily…

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Interview With A Sommelier – Lorenzo Ambonati

By Oliver Walkey / 11th January 2023

The World of Wine is beautifully showcased by an army of talented Sommeliers, who help the consumer discover their next favourite bottle, understand the different regions and pair a delicious meal with the right Glass of Bubbly. In this article, I speak with a man who has helped many people to discover the vast world…

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Las Olas Cocktail

By Oliver Walkey / 10th January 2023

Las Olas = The Waves When tackling the waves of life, it’s important to remember your anchors – the people, places, or items that help calm the waters – this Cocktail has been crafted to help calm your ocean. The Sparkling Wine – Bianchin The Vineyards of Bianchin are located in the heart of Montello,…

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Discover Sparkling Wines of Sicily

By Christopher Walkey / 10th January 2023

I have visited Italy countless times in the last few years and being a sparkling wine journalist, my invites and time have mostly been spent concentrated on the Northern areas where such regions as Prosecco, Franciacorta and Trento can be found. The climate and the land (terroir) of the north is very much suited to…

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