Posts Tagged ‘Champagne’
First Champagne Tour with BKWine
For the first time a Champagne tour is featured on BKWine’s English language program. It will include a combination of prestigious houses and independent Champagne producers. The focus will be on the top quality ‘independent growers’ Champagne that has become very trendy, but that is difficult to access for outsiders. Britt Karlsson, founder of BKWine, comments…
Read MoreItalian Police find 9,000 Bottles of Fake Moët Champagne
Italian police have found 9,000 bottles of fake Moët & Chandon Champagne in a shed in the countryside near Padova. It is one of the most significant seizures of counterfeit bubbly in Europe. Analysis of the content revealed it was sparkling wine. The counterfeit Champagne is said to have been worth around €350,000, but could have been sold for more than…
Read MoreCelebrity Interview: Jamie Peel
3 Goal Professional Polo Player Jamie’s home club is Cowdray Park Polo Club. This is where he plays the lion’s share of his polo. Aside from playing, he is the manager of Nick Clarke’s Salkeld team, that amongst other tournaments took part in this year’s prestigious Gold Cup. His particular passion is for the equine…
Read MoreIndependent Wine Merchants in the South West UK
Visiting independent wine shops is a great way to discover new wines and meet people who are passionate and knowledgeable about their products. If you’re looking for a better range than the local supermarket, you can usually find more interesting sparkling wines stocked in an independent shop – and if you’re lucky, some local English sparkling…
Read MoreGrowing Trend of Champagne in Africa
Nigeria has Africa’s biggest population of more than 170 million, they top the ranks of the biggest buyers of Champagne on the continent, followed by South Africa. Champagne sales are soaring in the Ivory Coast and this West African nation is now the fastest-growing market for bubbly in Africa. Sales almost tripled between 2011 and…
Read MoreHigh Tea at Wivenhoe House
During the early nineteenth century, Anna, the 7th Duchess of Bedford started the tradition of sending cards to her friends asking them to join her for “tea and a walking the fields” and with this in mind, Wivenhoe House would like to invite you to indulge in the tradition by exploring the beautiful grounds followed by an extraordinary Tea…
Read MoreRomantic Bubbly Valentine’s Dates in London
London is going to be packed with things to do on Sunday 14th February with thousands of restaurants offering special deals. With so much to do, here’s a few things perfect for bubbly-lovers: Tower Bridge – £30.00 per couple The Tower Bridge is magical on Valentine’s Day and there’s likely to be a few proposals during the day. The walkways are being…
Read MoreChampagne helped New Yorkers get through Blizzard
Many New Yorkers stocked up on Champagne to help themselves get through one of the worst blizzards on America’s north-east coast. The shut-down of the city was a great opportunity for residents to drink Champagne and enjoy the rare peaceful moments in the usually-busy city. It’s no surprise – sparkling wine is a wonderful drink to cheer you up on a cold…
Read MoreFrerejean Frères Champagne launches Blanc de Blancs NV
Frerejean Frères is delighted to announce the launch of its exclusive new Blanc de Blancs non-vintage cuvée adding to their existing Champagne portfolio. The blend is made from 100% Chardonnay from different years, all sourced from their special premier cru region and has a 12.5% abv content. Its opulent yet delicate taste can be attributed…
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