Sparkling Wine News
Three Modern Lambruscos
When I moved to Washington DC, I made a few professional wine friends who introduced me to their favorite imported wine specialties: the Hubert de Montille 1982 Volnay, the Giuseppe Quintarelli 1979 Valpolicella “VQPRS” (before the modern hierarchy system was established by the EU authorities). Impressed with my newly acquainted friends’ wines, I also wanted…
Interview With A Sommelier – Francois Bertrand
The World of Wine is beautifully showcased by an army of talented Sommeliers, who help the consumer discover their next favourite bottle, understand the different regions and pair a delicious meal with the right Glass of Bubbly. In this feature, I speak with a man from, England, who has helped many people to discover the…
Interview With Gianluca Mirizzi – Mirizzi di Montecappone
Speaking with some of the most important and influential minds in the wine industry will take you all over the world, in this interview we’re taken to Italy, where I speak with Gianluca Mirizzi, who founded The Mirizzi Company in 2015, the idea came to him after a twenty-year apprenticeship at the helm of Montecappone….
Ceviche and Sparkling Red?
I am Moirae Choquette, the Founder of Tomato Wheels Lambrusco, and I’m back to share our latest food and wine pairing: Mexican Ceviche paired with Tomato Wheels Lambrusco. Sparkling bubbles with ceviche….say what? First off, let’s talk about Tomato Wheels Lambrusco— we like to describe it as a sparkling red wine bursting with notes of…
Interview With A Sommelier – Francesca Turra
The World of Wine is beautifully showcased by an army of talented Sommeliers, who help the consumer discover their next favourite bottle, understand the different regions and pair a delicious meal with the right Glass of Bubbly. In this feature, I speak with a woman from, England, who has helped many people to discover the…
Interview With The Winemaker At Lightning Rock Winery – Sébastien Hotte
Wine isn’t just made, it’s crafted by the unwavering expertise of a Winemaker, sometimes old traditions are passed down by generations and on other occasions, new people venture into the industry, introducing us to new creations, this series of Winemaker Interviews will help you uncover the vast world and skills of how the artists passionate…
Interview With The Winemaker, Director & CEO of Black Chalk Wine – Jacob Leadley
There is no denying that English Sparkling Wine is on the rise, becoming an undeniable contender to Champagne, and although it still has some way to go in convincing the rest of the world, to the English, it’s becoming a fan favourite and a go-to Glass of Bubbly, it’s quality is improving with each year…
Flowers and Sparkling Wine
Flowers and Sparkling Wine are two gifts that would be welcomed by most throughout the year, but how many of you have noticed the floral characters that a Sparkling Wine can deliver, with an aroma like you’ve just walked into a florist and flavours like you’ve just tasted the Irises or Sunflowers from Vincent van…
A Wine American Remembered, Rebecca Wasserman-Hone
August 20, 2021, Rebecca Wasserman-Hone passed away, leaving her British life partner Russell Hone, (her third husband). I was acquainted with Wasserman’s Le Serbet imports from the early eighties when she aligned with Christopher Cannon combining the experience of two legendary wine experts. One of my earliest professional tastings was with her American agent in…