Category: Champagne and Sparkling Wine

Breakfast to dinner – what to drink on Christmas Day

Enjoying a glass of fine wine or a zippy cocktail on Christmas Day is an indulgent delight. Here, Alexandra Gray de Walden explains why these special moments can be shared and enjoyed at any time on 25th December. One of my favourite things about Christmas Day is how the world, seemingly, comes to a standstill. […]

Cristal clear

From its early days as a royal favourite, Cristal has become something of a cult icon. Here, we explore how Louis Roederer’s prestige cuvée came to be – and why, beyond the regal favour and even assassination attempts, it is a truly exceptional Champagne. When you think of luxury Champagnes, which names pop to mind? […]

Delving into Dom Pérignon

Centuries of history, tradition and critical acclaim have ensured Dom Pérignon is, today, one of Champagne’s most-loved premium brands. With its 2015 vintage now released, we spoke to Dom Pérignon’s Cellar Master, Vincent Chaperon, to find out more about the story and philosophies behind the iconic name. Dom Pérignon is one of Champagne’s most recognised names. Its […]

Non-vintage Champagne: a new style?

Almost every wine, regardless of region or brand name, has a year on the label – the vintage. This is the year the grapes were grown, and those four numbers contain a multitude of information: whether the spring was cold, with frost, leading to a small harvest; whether the summer had heat spikes, resulting in […]