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Quinta de Soalheiro
Soalheiro is a renowned, family-run winery in Portugal’s Monção and Melgaço region, celebrated as the first producer of Alvarinho in Melgaço (planted in 1974). The first sparkling wine was produced in 1995. At that time, they were the first producer to make a 100% Alvarinho sparkling wine. Now this trend has spread to other parts of…
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San Gregorio
San Gregorio is a family-owned winery in Valdobbiadene, Italy, specialising in high-quality Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG. Run by five young sisters, the winery produces up to 150,000 bottles annually, focusing on sustainable practices and hand-harvested Glera grapes. The winery’s philosophy focuses on passion, experience, and tradition, aiming to produce excellent, authentic, and high-quality Prosecco.…
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Plonk of the Week
What is Plonk of the Week on the Mike Graham Show? Growing in popularity with now over 100 wines showcased, #PlonkoftheWeek is a fast growing and popular online video series that features on the official Mike Graham Show on Youtube. The show features current and trending journalists, media professionals and politicians with a weekly wine…
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Award Winning Champagnes from Sanger
Champagne Sanger was founded in 1952 by 16 former students of the Avize Viticulture School.It is deeply intertwined with the educational mission of the local school, often having students and young professionals involved in its operations, blending tradition with modern, sustainable techniques. Centrally located in Avize, a Grand Cru village in the Côte des Blancs,…
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Champagne EPC: Uncorking an Epicurean Take on Terroir, Quality, Transparency and Storytelling
An interview with co-founder Camille Jullien Gilardi on popping the bubble of tradition When most people think of Champagne, the image is almost cinematic: candlelit chalk cellars, impeccably dressed servers, and labels steeped in centuries of tradition. The region has long been defined by heritage, prestige, and rigid rules. But a conversation with Camille Jullien…
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Quintas de Melgaço
Quintas de Melgaço is a producer focused on Alvarinho wine in Portugal’s northernmost wine region, often showcasing the history and identity of the Melgaço area through its tours. Founded in 1994, it is a sustainable cooperative of over 530 local families specialising in high-quality Alvarinho. The company, majorly held by the Melgaço Municipality, offers wine…
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Champagne flute or coupe?
Champagne for many people is a special wine to enjoy so will usually require a little more thought to what you should drink it from, in most occasions the decision will be between a flute or a coupe. Which design is better for consumer enjoyment and which glass is best for aroma / flavour experience?…
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Champagne facts about bubbles
Many of us love the thought of enjoying a glass of Champagne and it is a globally loved product with millions of bottles being sold every year. How much do you actually know about Champagne though? Here are some fun and interesting facts about Champagne, how to impress your friends quotes when you are ordering…
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Shebo Winery
Shebo Winery is a prominent Slovakian wine producer based in Modra and Trnava, managing over 500 hectares of vineyards, specialising in varietals that thrive in the Modra area, such as Silvaner, Veltliner, and Riesling. Renowned for its ‘Slovak Rivers’ series and Chateau Modra brand, the winery focuses on high-quality red and white wines, deeply rooted…
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Perrier-Jouët Named Official Champagne of the Metropolitan Opera
As global supporters of artistry and markers of celebration, Perrier-Jouët and the Metropolitan Opera seek to enchant opera guests with unique Champagne experiences Maison Perrier-Jouët proudly announces its distinction as the Official Champagne of the Metropolitan Opera as part of a five-year partnership between the iconic Champagne house and the cultural landmark. For this multi…
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De Riz Prosecco
De Riz is a family-run winery located in the heart of the Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG territory in Italy. Founded in 1983, they specialise in producing high-quality, estate-grown sparkling wines (spumanti) and frizzante, using 100% Glera grapes, including Brut and Extra Dry varieties. Nonno Carlo 2024 Brut Prosecco Conegliano Valdobbiadene DOCG This Prosecco…
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English Wine Week at Leonardslee Family Vineyards
Celebrate English Wine Week at Leonardslee Family Vineyards – June 20th – 28th 2026 Sparkling Wine Run We are delighted to be hosting our second Sparkling Wine Run at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens on Saturday, June 20th. Experience a stunning, summertime 10km trail run / walk with an English sparkling wine tasting on the…
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Surrey Hills Wine Week 2026: A Celebration of Vineyards of the Surrey Hills
The Vineyards of the Surrey Hills are delighted to announce the launch of the very first Surrey Hills Wine Week, taking place from Saturday May 30 to Sunday June 7, 2026. Celebrating the Vineyards of the Surrey Hills collective – comprising Albury Organic Vineyard, Chilworth Manor Vineyard, Denbies Wine Estate, Greyfriars Vineyard, High Clandon Estate…
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Moët & Chandon Becomes Official Champagne of the Automobile Club de Monaco
Moët Hennessy becomes Official Partner of the Automobile Club de Monaco (ACM) and its competitions through a multi-year partnership, with Moët & Chandon as the official Champagne. Founded in 1890, the Automobile Club de Monaco holds a unique place in the world of motorsport. Organiser of legendary races such as the Grand Prix de Monaco,…
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Top 10 Champagne Export Markets 2025
The top 10 export markets for Champagne (by volume) in 2025 were led by the USA and the UK, which together consume a massive portion of exported bottles. The United States continues to be the largest market for Champagne in the world, and despite a slight downturn in the US compared to 2024, demand remains…
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Rowton Vineyard
Rowton Vineyard is a 5-acre site planted just 7 miles west of Shrewsbury in the rolling Shropshire Hills. The vineyard is run by twin sisters, Melissa & Zoe Evans They pride themselves on crafting honest, characterful wines that showcase their Shropshire terroir. Rowton holds great significance in their family as they have been custodians of…
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Po’Wi: the Johanniter Traditional Method from Oltrepò Pavese by Stefano Milanesi
Within the landscape of Oltrepò Pavese—a territory historically devoted to sparkling wine production and often identified with Pinot Noir—Stefano Milanesi’s project introduces a different trajectory. It does not simply reinterpret the Traditional Method, but rather reconsiders its agricultural foundations. PO’WI is born from the meeting of classic sparkling wine technique and the PIWI grape Johanniter,…