Posts Tagged ‘Krug’
The Women of Champagne
In a region known for the historic contributions of Lily Bollinger and The Widow Cliquot, there is a new generation of women looking to make their mark on Champagne. Where tradition is manifest and competition fierce, quality, cooperation, and diversity have brought these women of Champagne together to form LA Transmission. Co-Founder, Anne Mallasagne (Champagne…
Read MoreMaggie Henriquez – Queen of Champagne
So how many chances in life, do you get to interview an icon of an industry? Well, I can say I have been lucky enough, and blessed, to have done many interviews with some industry icons for my radio show. Racing icon, Mario Andretti, multiple Grammy award-winning music icons, Dave Stewart of The Eurythmics, Drummer…
Read MoreSparkling Wine & Cheese – Creamy, Crispy & Bubbly
Wine and cheese are two very old friends. Traces of cheese has been found dating back to 2800BC and wine is even older. Both have been made by accident. The juice of the grapes kept in their natural yeast and the milk kept in a pouch, created to travel, made from animal’s stomach! I am…
Read MoreExclusive Interview with Olivier Krug
As a wine writer, there are always certain labels you must taste in order to confidently compare tastes and experiences, within Champagne Krug is a must. Prestigious and specialised, traditional with charm, since 1843 Krug Champagne has certainly made itself a highly respected name within king of wines and wine of kings as the Everest…
Read More8 Stunningly Beautiful Champagne Bottles
While looks aren’t everything, these bottles manage to boast taste and beauty. Tsarine Rose Champagne Lantern – £40 Gift Set at MoonPig This gorgeous bottle, revealing the salmon-pink of the rosé bubbly beneath, stands out from the rest. With the Tsarine Lantern gift tin, you can use the bottle after it’s finished with a tealight…
Read MoreEnjoy Krug at The Champagne Bar, Japan
The ANA InterContinental Tokyo has opened The Champagne Bar,. This is Japan’s first bar to focus on Krug, one of the most prestigious Champagne brands. Krug was founded in 1843 by Joseph Krug who believed the sense of joy has to be the main feeling in drinking Champagne. His philosophy has been passed down to the…
Read MoreLVMH Champagne Portfolio Sees Sales Increase
LVMH luxury goods group, whose Champagne portfolio includes Moët & Chandon, Dom Pérignon and Krug, has reported a 7% increase in its wines and spirits revenue. Its wines and spirits brands came ahead of perfumes and cosmetics and fashion and jewellery, with a 17% increase in profit to €565 million. Its prestige Champagne vintages in…
Read MoreVogue Café Pop-Up Champagne Lounge in London
Vogue Café is a concept that has proved popular around the world, with locations in Moscow (the first opening), Eastern Europe, Asia and the Middle East. The pop-up is to celebrate Vogue’s centenary and they will be serving a special Vogue 100 cocktail and Vogue 100 punch. Displays of iconic Vogue covers from the past…
Read MoreSpring Menus at Purnell’s in Birmingham
To celebrate the finest ingredients of the season, Glynn Purnell’s Michelin-starred restaurant, Purnell’s, is offering guests an array of Spring menus. Ranging from an indulgent 9 course offering, to a “nip in and out” 3 course lunch, diners can opt for dishes such as Cornish brill cooked in beurre noisette with raisin and caper puree, lemon wafer and…
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