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Located in the rolling hills of Alenquer, just a stone's throw from Lisbon, Quinta de Chocapalha is a family-owned estate celebrated for its dedication to sustainability, authenticity, and the preservation of indigenous grape varieties. At its heart is the Tavares family, whose passion for the land and vineyards
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Nestled in the heart of Champagne, Billecart-Salmon house has been family-owned and operated since it was founded in 1818. Today, under the stewardship of the seventh generation, Billecart-Salmon combines tradition with innovative changes and thought processes that have been incorporated into their Champagnes gradually over the past few years. It
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In recent years, Prosecco has taken the world by storm, loved by consumers for its light, fruity style and accessible price point. Yet, perhaps it’s time to reconsider Cava, a sparkling wine that has quietly matured and evolved over the past few years. Though it shares shelf space with
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Founded by Fred Schrader in 1998, Schrader Cellars has swiftly become one of the most respected names in Napa Valley, renowned for its single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon. At the core of Schrader’s success is the legendary To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville, widely recognised as one of Napa's premier
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Cloudy Bay’s 2024 Sauvignon Blanc promises to be another exceptional release, thanks to the meticulous attention given to each step of the winemaking process. As Operations Winemaker Daniel Sorrell explains, “We treat every wine as if it will make the blend and try our best to make everything at
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Nestled in the heart of Hampshire, England, Pinglestone Estate is part of the evolution of English winemaking, combining sustainable practices with craftsmanship to produce wines of exceptional quality. With a focus on the traditional sparkling wine trio - Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, grown in chalky soils akin to
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A little about myself I started my professional life as a Sommelier in a Michelin starred restaurant (1 of 42 in the whole of the UK at the time), before opening my own wine merchants. I focussed on high end Australian wines, many of which I imported myself as there
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Australia has earned its place as one of the world’s premier wine-producing regions, known for its diversity, innovation, and high-quality wines. From cool-climate regions like Tasmania to the sun-drenched vineyards of South Australia, the country's varied climates, soil types, and viticulture practices have led to a wide
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Chile has emerged as one of the world’s most exciting and consistent wine-producing countries. With its unique geography, diverse climates, and rich winemaking history, Chile offers a broad spectrum of wines that range from budget-friendly to ultra-premium. Known for its quality and diversity, Chilean wine has gained a reputation
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If only Eurostar still stopped at Ashford International; it would have saved me countless hours over the past few months. However, stepping into the Business Premier lounge quickly put me at ease. Thanks to the iProov.me app, which streamlined the check-in process (so much so that the Business queue
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English Wines: A Guide to the UK’s Best Vineyards & Producers In recent decades, England has emerged as an exciting and innovative player in the global wine scene. Once considered an unlikely candidate for quality wine production, the country now produces some of the finest sparkling wines in the