Glass of Bubbly
British bars told to stop selling Prosecco on tap
A group of Prosecco winemakers have threatened legal action again UK bars for selling the Italian fizz on tap. UK pubs could potentially face 20,000 euros in fines if they don’t stop selling Prosecco from kegs. The Italian group, backed by the government in Rome, claim it is not only illegal but it is a…
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Champagne Mercier Brut Rosé
A blend of Pinot Noir and Meunier, Mercier Brut Rosé is initially distinguished by its beautiful pink color and coppery highlights. The bouquet is characteristic of wild berries from the forest. On the palate, the first impression is quite mild and supple, with a delectable languor refreshed by the fruitiness of the grapes. “There is…
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Comtesse de Massy Brut Authentique
Brut Authentique “Comtesse de Massy” is a blend of fine chardonnay from our family vineyards. It is aged long in bottles in our cellars for a maturity offering Blanc de Blancs lovers the subtle aromas of orange and apricot with citrus notes for a fine and refreshing finale in the mouth. Delicate and aromatic, this…
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The House of Champagne Mercier
Champagne Mercier is located in Epernay in the heart of France’s Champagne country. It was founded in 1858 by Eugène Mercier when he was just 20 years of age during the reign of Napoleon III, a period of thriving economic prosperity. Eugène Mercier had originally bought up some land on the Avenue de Champagne, then…
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Champagne Mercier Private Receptions
The Maison Mercier offers a private venue to hold prestigious receptions. The Bacchus Cellar Deep in the cellars and located 30 metres underground , the Bacchus Cellar features majestic proportions including two sculptures that stand 15 metres high carved in the chalk walls by the sculptor Gustave Navlet. Capacity : from 24 to 200 people…
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The Ice Cream made from Wine
The combination of two great loves in life – wine and ice cream. The company behind this delightful product is award-winning Mercer’s Dairy, a farm in Boonville, New York. It’s the real deal too, not just “flavoured” ice cream, but an actual wine blend containing 5% alcohol! “At Mercer’s, we produce true wine ice cream.…
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Oscar J Malek joins Hotel du Vin
Oscar J Malek is excited to be joining the boutique hotel Hotel Du Vin in Birmingham from the Chewton Glen Hotel in Hampshire this month. Oscar said, “After much deliberation I am pleased to announce that I shall be returning to my home city of Birmingham to take on the role of Head Sommelier at…
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The Champagne Hangover
We’ve all been there – for many it may have only been a matter of days ago as the festive period came to an end. The dreaded hangover after a fun, bubbly-filled evening. As we get older we tend to handle the aftermath a lot better, but the feeling can still linger. Does it seem…
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Prosecco Cocktails
Prosecco is delicious on its own, but is also very popular in cocktails. You can experiment with different flavours and colours to make fantastic drinks. Here are a few examples to get you started, let us know what your favourite Prosecco cocktails are. Bellini Cocktail Add 1 part peach juice to 3 parts Prosecco Mimosa Equal parts…
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