Tag Archives: bubbly

Wine Resolution #1: Drink More Bubbly!

Posted on December 30, 2009 by Gwendolyn

Though not my top resolution, or even one that I write down every year, I do try to do this often – drink more bubbly. More specifically, drink it with food. Sure, we have it at weddings and on New Year’s Eve, but why don’t we open sparkling wine … More

Tags: bubbly, champagne
Categories: Holidays, Pairing Wine With Food
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Guide to Bubbly

Posted on December 14, 2009 by Gwendolyn

Champagne and sparkling wine are a necessity during the holidays. What better thing to toast than friends, family, the joy of the season and occasionally a few days off? A few thoughts on bubbles.

You don’t have to spend a fortune – yes, once you try that Krug Grand Cuvee … More

Tags: bubbly
Categories: Holidays, Wine Recommendations
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Champagne style Prosecco?

Posted on November 4, 2009 by Gwendolyn

Last night I had the pleasure of tasting the Nino Franco Rustico Prosecco. Again. I previously opened it on Sunday evening for a few reasons. First, to entice my husband to do a few more “honey-dos” around the house after a very hectic weekend, and second, I was looking … More

Tags: bubbly, italy, prosecco
Categories: What We're Drinking, Wine Recommendations
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Buying Champagne 101

Posted on May 20, 2009 by Gwendolyn

One of the questions I hear most often is "what is a good Champagne for ____ price range that I can get for my boss/friend's engagement/sister's housewarming/parent's anniversary/other celebration?" Champagne reigns as the gift-of-choice on so many occasions, and for good reason.

True Champagne, the real stuff from the actual … More

Tags: bubbly, champagne, wine basics
Categories: Gift Ideas, Wine Education
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