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Inter Rhône has launched a new campaign across key markets for Côtes du Rhône Wines

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Following a soft launch during Wine Paris, the new campaign for Côtes du Rhône Wines is being rolling out across key markets including the UK, US, Germany, Belgium and France. The Campaign will engage consumers between 30 and 45 and will include the tagline ‘Distinctive wines since 125 BC‘ which celebrates the region’s long history and its impact […]

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Maille launches Provence rosé mustard

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Dijon-based Maille believes the pink drink trend is here to stay with its spring launch of Provence rosé and grapefruit mustard. This limited-edition condiment comes packaged in traditional stoneware 125g jars, while in the US 4.4oz and 8.8oz jars are being sold. Tasting Notes: “fruity, light and acidulous premium mustard of medium strength”, it has

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High Tea at The Orangery Restaurant – Kensington Palace

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This traditional afternoon tea is surrounded by over 300 years of royal history. A few weeks ago, I spent the afternoon with my daughter and daughter-in-law devouring a lovely selection of finger sandwiches, tea cakes, scones, jam and clotted cream. We chose the ever-popular Earl Grey Blue Flower tea and a flute of champagne to

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Wine Review: 2016 Taliano Michele Blagheur Nebbiolo, Langhe DOC, Piedmont, Italy

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2016 Taliano Michele Blagheur Nebbiolo, Langhe DOC, Piedmont, Italy Beautiful ruby-red colour; it reveals perfumes of white flowers, raspberries, and cherries, which carry through to the palate; well-balanced tannins; Approachable now, this will also age well. Best decanted. VINE: Nebbiolo 100% SOIL: calcareous ALTITUDE: 300m above sea level EXPOSURE: south SYSTEM OF VINE GROWTH: Guyot

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Champagne Event with The International Wine and Food Society-Oakville

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It was a culinary evening of magic, from the moment I arrived at the private home in Oakville, I knew that a night of elegance and celebration was ahead! It was an honour and privilege to participate in this event as the “Special Guest” speaker, to discuss my book “The Ultimate Guide to Champagne” and

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Enjoy International #SauvignonBlancDay with Peter Yealands Sauvignon Blanc 2017

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located in Marlborough, Yealands Family Wines produces award-winning wines in harmony with nature. Yealands Family Wines lead the world in sustainable winegrowing. The Sauvignon Blanc is from selected parcels in Yealands’ Seaview Vineyard in the Awatere Valley – with a consistent warm and dry climate, and cool nights it creates a long growing season. Tasting

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Champagne Review: Comte de Senneval Champagne

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Champagne Review: Comte de Senneval Champagne Autolytic notes of biscuit and toast, with creamy lemon and apple with hints of tropical fruit on the palate; persistent bubbles. Alcohol: 12.50% Grapes: Chardonnay Pinot Meunier Pinot Noir Score: 89 Excellent price 19 € Food pairing suggestions Pork, rich fish (salmon, tuna ), shellfish, mild and soft cheese

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Cognac XO classification to rise to 10 years

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The BNIC (BNIC Bureau National Interprofessionnel du Cognac) has recently announced that the classification for XO Cognac is set to change on April 1, 2018. What does this mean? This means that the youngest eau-de-vie included in a blended Cognac labelled XO* must be aged in barrels for at least 10 years, instead

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Champagne Review Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Brut Rosé Champagne

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Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir Region: Champagne Producer: Laurent-Perrier Group Style: Rich and Complex Alcohol: 12% The maceration on the skins for three days provides this glorious pink color with tinges of orange; displays aromas of raspberry, red currant, cherry and citrus; on the palate – intense fruit

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Toronto Wine Event: Champagne and Chocolate – Yes Please! by Liz Palmer

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Join us for our popular “Champagne Social’ and get some tips on pairing Champagne and chocolate from leading Champagne expert Liz Palmer. You will learn which Champagne styles pair with which type of chocolate, while sipping on a champagne cocktail. After a brief seminar, we will be pairing 2-3 champagne styles with various types of

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