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September 2009

Champagne bubbles more than just a pop

Wed, 09/30/2009 - 11:57 — Love that wine
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French scientists discover bubbles enhance flavour of Champagne

A study released today (September 30) proves there is more to the ceremonial pop when a bottle of Champagne is uncorked.

Bubbles carry aromas up to the surface and leave them hovering above the sparkling liquid in a fine mist.

As a result, when you lower your head to take a sip, your nose is met by a bouquet of buttery and fruity fragrances that defines the drink.Read more

English winegrowers to receive £1.6m education fund

Wed, 09/30/2009 - 11:45 — Love that wine
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UK and EU governments to provide invest to improve winegrowing skills

An estimated three million bottles of English wine are likely to be produced this year but the number of British workers with the necessary nose, palate and grape-growing skills, has not kept pace with the increasing acreage devoted to the industry.

In an attempt to encourage home-grown experts, the government and the European Commission have provided £1.6 million to set up classes in winemaking.

With climate change likely to increase the acreage of southern England that is suitable for wine production, ministers said that they were keen to ensure a skilled workforce was available.Read more

Lower alcohol wine sales set to boom

Tue, 09/29/2009 - 10:15 — Love that wine
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Research shows high demand for lower alcohol wines

The UK supermarkets are expecting a boom in low-alcohol wine following research that shows a demand beyond the traditional market of women with a sweet tooth.

Low-alcohol wines have historically been sweet and uncomplicated, but more sophisticated varieties will soon be available after the European Union legalised techniques to remove alcohol from wine.Read more

Make your own wine

Tue, 09/29/2009 - 09:18 — Love that wine
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Turn your home-grown grapes into wine

Ever fancied yourself as a wine maker? If  you’ve got home-grown grapes and live in London, you can become a member of the Urban Wine Company.

All you have to do is take your urban grapes to Richard Sharp, who created the company, and he
will ship it off to Bolney vineyard in Sussex, which will turn it into wine for your consumption.Read more

Campo Viejo launches ‘Viva el Vino’

Mon, 09/28/2009 - 13:50 — Love that wine
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Rioja wine brand encourages daring diners to add mystery to their meal

The traditional restaurant experience of ordering food and selecting wine to accompany it will be turned upside down with the launch of a new campaign called ‘Viva el Vino.’

Diners get to choose their wine from a menu without selecting their food and are then presented with a selection of food, matched perfectly to their wine, creating a truly unique dining experience.Read more

John Lewis Partnership launches expert-led wine tours

Tue, 09/22/2009 - 10:32 — Love that wine
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Learn about wine from the “supermarket shelves to the vineyard” with Waitrose wine buyers click here to find out more

Greenbee Specialist Travel, part of the John Lewis Partnership, is offering wine tours with a twist. From September 2009, it will be offering a collection of expert-led wine tours and gourmet breaks, which have been developed in association with sister company Waitrose.

Six wine buyers and wine educators will take small groups on an adventure around some of the most beautiful countryside in France, Italy and Spain. The groups will have the chance to explore rolling vineyards, visit atmospheric cellars and meet the wine makers.

The cellars will be a mix of famous names and small wine producers. “It’s a chance for people to learn about wines from the “supermarket shelves to the vineyards,” said Dave Thornton, Waitrose Wine Direct product manager, responsible for the Loire tour. click here to find out moreRead more

New Wine Writer - Laura Rhys Sommelier Of The Year 2009

Tue, 09/22/2009 - 09:00 — Love that wine
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LOVE THAT WINE’S EXCLUSIVE MONTHLY COLUMN WITH LAURA RHYS, SOMMELIER OF THE YEAR AND HEAD SOMMELIER AT HOTEL TERRAVINA

Each month, Laura Rhys will be bringing us her thoughts on wine. We caught up with Laura to talk wine, washing and winning.

“I did an International Hospitality Management course at UWIC University in Cardiff so I always had an interest in the hospitality sector” says Laura. It was here she completed two WSET courses and started her love affair with wine.

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Sinatra Family Estates Launches First Wine

Mon, 09/21/2009 - 17:32 — Love that wine
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Frank Sinatra's family estate releases its first Napa Cabernet

Sinatra Family Estates has launched its first wine aptly called 'Come Fly With Me.'

The 2007 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is named in honour of Ol' Blue Eyes' 1957 classic album, Frank Sinatra's first billboard chart-topper, which was nominated for a Grammy 50 years ago.Read more

Parents warned against giving children 'occasional' glass of wine

Fri, 09/18/2009 - 12:14 — Love that wine
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Children introduced to alcohol by their parents more likely to grow into problem drinkers


Parents who give their child the occasional glass of wine with their meal could be turning them into binge drinkers, scientists have warned.

Growing numbers of middle class parents are following the example of French families and allowing their offspring to drink wine with their meals, in the belief it will teach them to drink responsibly, The Daily Mail has reported.

But now a study has found children who are introduced to alcohol by their parents are more likely to grow into problem drinkers later in life.Read more

Yellow tail launches music and wine platform

Thu, 09/17/2009 - 13:13 — Love that wine
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Australian wine boogies on down to classic and pop music

Yellow tail, senior winemaker, Emma Norbiato and leading Australian DJ, Rob O’Neil, have come up with eight wine and music matches sure to enhance the enjoyment of wine whilst listening to your favourite tunes.

Why not mix up some Yellow tail rosé with some R&B? Or combine some classic pop with a glass of sparkling?
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