Posts Tagged ‘Champagne’
Champagne Launay: The Silver Range
Tradition (60% Chardonnay – 40% Pinot Noir) Pale gold. Ripe bouquet of white fruit (peach and pear), with hints of dried or candied fruits producing a complexity of aromas. Straightforward supple texture, with lightness and plenty of length. Its maturity really comes through Réserve (40% Chardonnay – 60% Pinot Noir) Brilliant light gold. A rich,…
Read MoreThe Legendary Bond and Bollinger Combination
With the new Bond movie ‘Spectre’ on it’s way to cinemas, are we due to see the legendary Bond/Bollinger collaboration once again? Having first made an apparence in Ian Fleming’s 1957 book Diamonds Are Forever, Champagne Bollinger has had a strong partnership with the movies, having featured in almost every 007 film since Live or…
Read MoreChampagne Pierre Launay
Champagne Pierre Launay was established by Pierre Launay and his wife in 1973 in Barbonne-Fayel Sézannais in the south of the Cote des Blancs. The vineyard consists of 14 hectares, the Launay’s are driven by a desire to produce wines of highest quality while respecting the nature of the terrior, the ecology, environment. The three…
Read MoreThe 3 Highest Champagne Bars in London
Gong, Shangri-La Hotel, Level 52 The Shard, London Vertigo Bar, Level 42, Natwest Tower, London Duck and Waffle, Level 40, Heron Tower, London Does the name ‘Ken Chase’ mean anything to you? No, me neither, at least until recently. Mr Chase has the somewhat fanciful job of tasting wines at 37000 feet on behalf of…
Read MoreEnjoy Unlimited Champagne at Blueprint Café this New Year
Celebrate in style this winter, at Blueprint Café located on the first floor the DesignMuseum and offering a versatile space, wonderful food and an incredible view across the Thames. It’s exclusive three course New Year’s Eve menu is available at two separate sittings, either between 5.30pm and 7.45pm (£50 per person) or from 8pm onwards…
Read MoreFestive menu and New Year at The George on The Strand
Following an extensive refurbishment The George Public House has re-opened its doors in time for Christmas and New Year festivities. The George is located at the meeting point of the Strand and Fleet Street, London, and is home to a new elegant and sophisticated restaurant on the first floor, named The Pig and Goose. Head…
Read MoreChampagne and Food pairing
The festive season is the ideal moment for drinking Champagne and exploring flavours, as traditional Christmas fare matches well with Champagne. We have asked our Head Sommelier Patrick Borras to suggest a few pairings for Yule Log, a favourite Christmas treat. “For drinking with the traditional Yule Log, I recommend a Grand Rosé by Gosset,…
Read MorePlus de Bulles – Diebolt Vallois Cuvee Prestige Review
Following my review of J-M Seleque, bottle number two from Plus de Bulles promised to be another tantalizing experience, particularly being a bottle highly recommended by Patrick Borras, chief sommelier of three Michelin starred restaurant Pierre Gagnaire. I am delighted to report that this was a delicious Champagne (as if there was ever any doubt?)…
Read MorePommery Style
In 1874, Pommery created the first brut Champagne. Each year, Pommery and Cellar Director Thierry Gasco perpetuate the house’s style, which is characterised by elegant yet discreet aromas, freshness and vivacity on the palate, with a long, supple finish, and a structure that is well-built but light at the same time. Brut Royal Refinement, perfection,…
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