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Champagne Mangin et Fils
A family-run grower-producer based in Le Chêne-La-Reine (Leuvrigny), specialising in Pinot Meunier-driven Champagnes in the heart of the Vallée de la Marne. Started by Gabriel and Fernande in the early 20th century, the family originally operated a bistro and supplied grapes to larger houses like Krug before creating their own brand. Today, the Champagne house…
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André Chemin Champagne
This family-owned grower Champagne house was founded by André and Micheline Chemin in 1948 in Sacy, a Premier Cru village in the Montagne de Reims region of France. The house has remained family-operated for over 70 years and is currently managed by the third generation, Sébastian and Eva Chemin. They own 6.5 hectares of vineyards,…
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Marisco Vineyards
Marisco Vineyards is a family-owned and operated, award-winning Marlborough wine producer and home to the iconic wine brand The Ned. Established in 2006, The Ned was the passion project of Marlborough winemaker Brent Marris, inspired by his childhood stomping ground in Marlborough’s Wither Hills range. Following The Ned’s meteoric rise to fame, Brent turned to…
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Quinta de Soalheiro
Soalheiro is a renowned, family-run winery in Portugal’s Monção and Melgaço region, celebrated as the first producer of Alvarinho in Melgaço (planted in 1974). The first sparkling wine was produced in 1995. At that time, they were the first producer to make a 100% Alvarinho sparkling wine. Now this trend has spread to other parts of…
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San Gregorio
San Gregorio is a family-owned winery in Valdobbiadene, Italy, specialising in high-quality Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG. Run by five young sisters, the winery produces up to 150,000 bottles annually, focusing on sustainable practices and hand-harvested Glera grapes. The winery’s philosophy focuses on passion, experience, and tradition, aiming to produce excellent, authentic, and high-quality Prosecco.…
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Award Winning Champagnes from Sanger
Champagne Sanger was founded in 1952 by 16 former students of the Avize Viticulture School.It is deeply intertwined with the educational mission of the local school, often having students and young professionals involved in its operations, blending tradition with modern, sustainable techniques. Centrally located in Avize, a Grand Cru village in the Côte des Blancs,…
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Quintas de Melgaço
Quintas de Melgaço is a producer focused on Alvarinho wine in Portugal’s northernmost wine region, often showcasing the history and identity of the Melgaço area through its tours. Founded in 1994, it is a sustainable cooperative of over 530 local families specialising in high-quality Alvarinho. The company, majorly held by the Melgaço Municipality, offers wine…
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Champagne flute or coupe?
Champagne for many people is a special wine to enjoy so will usually require a little more thought to what you should drink it from, in most occasions the decision will be between a flute or a coupe. Which design is better for consumer enjoyment and which glass is best for aroma / flavour experience?…
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Champagne facts about bubbles
Many of us love the thought of enjoying a glass of Champagne and it is a globally loved product with millions of bottles being sold every year. How much do you actually know about Champagne though? Here are some fun and interesting facts about Champagne, how to impress your friends quotes when you are ordering…
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