Wine
Frozé –The New Ice Age For Wine
Over the last year or so a whole host of bottled ciders came into our bars and restaurants, within a matter of months everyone was indulging in the latest trend; drinking cider on ice. Now meet the wine that is “nice on ice” which will taste great when served over ice and doesn’t lose its flavour – Frozé.
The New Way To Enjoy Wine
Sovio, a new reduced-alcohol wine is to be launched this week, in response to consumer demand for wine with 100% aroma, flavour and integrity, but which is lower in alcohol.
Your Chance To Talk To The Winemakers
Charles Sichel of Château d’Angludet finished his stint as resident wine sage with artisan wine website Fromvineyardsdirect.com yesterday, as part of the etailer’s “Talk to our Winemaker” season of forums with some of Europe’s most inventive winemakers.
A Summer Champagne Cocktail That Won’t Spoil Your Bikini Body
Preparing for a holiday? Keen to keep your bikini figure intact? Summer doesn’t need to be a pleasure-free zone with The Savoy Hotel’s new summer cocktail - Ultra Blue - a perfectly chilled flute of Laurent-Perrier Ultra Brut Champagne with a garnish of blueberries and sprig of refreshing mint.
New Venue For 2007 English Wine Festival
The country’s longest running English wine festival is moving to a new venue at Glynde Place in East Sussex. Following the successful launch of the Glynde Food & Drink Festival in 2006, this year’s event will incorporate the 33rd English Wine Festival. The move will ensure the future of the popular festival and complement the new gastronomic showcase, which attracted 1,200 visitors last year.
Laurent-Perrier - A Champagne For All Occasions
Laurent-Perrier, the largest, independent, family owned Champagne House, is renowned for producing a diverse, experimental and enjoyable range of fine champagnes. Today, each wine stands out from the crowd in its category – here, we explain why ...
Anniversary Wines Go Under The Hammer At Bonhams
Bonhams’ forthcoming Sale of Fine Wines at 101 New Bond Street, London, on 27 June, features a collection of remarkable vintages from 1927, 1937, 1947, 1957, 1967 and 1977 – perfect for anniversaries being celebrated this year.
White Wine Magic At Waitrose
Bordeaux leader, Dourthe is promoting its Dourthe N°1 Sauvignon Blanc 2006 at Waitrose from 12 September to 9 October. Described by Dourthe as having “ample structure with attractive acidity”, Dourthe N°1 Sauvignon Blanc 2006 is a triumph for this Bordeaux brand exuding typical fresh Sauvignon character, lots of fruit, freshness and balance.
Hampshire Vineyard Wins International Medal
Hampshire’s Wickham Vineyard Row Ash red wine has won a bronze medal at the International Wine Challenge, the first medal won by an English vineyard in this category for many years. Wickham also won Commended for its lightly oaked dry white Fumé wine, as served at the House of Commons, a fitting tribute to English Wine Week.
As Chirac Leaves The Palace, His Wine Departs For South America
On the very day French President Jacques Chirac left the Elysée Palace The Antique Wine Company (antique-wine.com) finalised a deal with a South American businessman, who acquired the finest bottles from the Paris City Hall wine cellar, amassed during Chirac’s time as Mayor of the French Capital.
Champagne De L’Argentaine Sponsors Shanghai Tang
Jansens, UK distributors of Champagne De L’Argentaine were delighted to be invited back to sponsor a second event held by exclusive fashion designer Shanghai Tang of Sloane Street, London. Champagne De L’Argentaine was provided all evening for the guests at the launch party that and which featured a catwalk show with the Autumn/Winter Collection for both men and women.
Jacob’s Creek – Wine Snobs Take Note!
Critics who slam major wine brands as ‘bland and boring’ have been dealt a blow by the Matthew Jukes 100 Best Australian Wines 2007 (announced last night), as the UK’s number one Aussie brand, Jacob’s Creek, took three places in the prestigious ranking. This is the fourth annual ‘hotlist’ produced by wine expert Matthew Jukes, at a time when sales of Australian wines are at an all-time high.
Chirac's Wines Up For Sale
The Antique Wine Company (antique-wine.com) is offering one fortunate wine collector the opportunity to acquire a unique collection of fine wines amassed by Jacques Chirac during his time as Mayor of Paris. Bids open from today on this assemblage of exceptional wine, personally selected for Chirac across his years in mayoral office, from 1977-1995.
Isabelle Legeron presents Journey Into Wine
Isabelle is quite unique in the wine world; French, female and under 40. She is on course to become the first ever French female Master of Wine, the most prestigious and internationally recognised qualification in the wine trade.
Piper-Heidsieck Champagne Creates The Perfect Chill
Trophy winning Piper-Heidsieck Champagne - recognised by its bold red label - has always dared to be different. This Summer, enjoy it with a flourish of extravaganza - as Piper-Heidsieck Piscine. Look out for Piper-Heidsieck served in its own red, curvaceous and elegant, stemmed glasses, with ice cubes inside, in stylish, contemporary bars.