I’m going to a wedding/party/special event – what English sparkling wine should I take?
A bottle of English sparkling wine makes an ideal gift to bring to any special event. For a sunny wedding…
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I want to buy an English sparkling wine as a gift – what should I look for?
English sparkling wine makes a lovely gift for any occasion and can suit a range of tastes and budgets. For…
I see‘ brut’, ‘extra brut’ and ‘demi-sec’ on English sparkling wine labels – what do they mean?
These phrases originated with Champagne and describe the sweetness of the sparkling wine, from very dry to much sweeter. When…
What are some of the best-known English sparkling wines?
From BA First Class to Royal weddings, English Sparkling Wines are becoming more and more ubiquitous. You will probably recognise…
I’ve heard of vintage and non-vintage English Sparkling Wine – what’s the difference?
If you mention ‘vintage wine’ to people, they will often envisage a grand bottle that is many years old. However,…
How long will an English sparkling wine last once opened?
There’s nothing quite like that lovely fizzing sound as you pour that newly opened bottle of English Sparkling Wine, and…
What are some excellent food pairings for English sparkling wine?
English Sparkling Wines can be enjoyed pre-dinner (or pre-lunch!) as an exceptional palate-awakener, but they also pair well with a…
How should I serve English sparkling wine?
English Sparkling Wine, like other bubblies, is best served chilled. It’s one of our bugbears that a producer can have…
How can I tell if an English sparkling wine is of good quality?
How can you tell if an English Sparkling Wine is of good quality? Well, if it’s listed on our website,…
Where do the best English sparkling wines come from?
Most of the vineyards are in the south of England, where it is generally warmer than the north. This is…