Stevens Garnier Trade Tasting Roadshow

A few weeks back, Castlefield in Manchester was the base for the Oxford wine agency of Stevens Garnier to showcase their very best offerings in their latest trade tasting roadshow. Attracting wine makers from countries including Austria, Portugual, California and France, as well as industry folk like Ruth Yates of Corks Out and Chris Green of the ManchesterContinue reading “Stevens Garnier Trade Tasting Roadshow”

Corks Out Champagne & Canapé Tasting

Champagne & Canapé Tasting Don’t miss the Corks Out Champagne & Canapé tasting, Thursday 12th July, 7.30pm – 9.30pm at the Alderley Edge Hotel. Over 30 Champagnes for you to try from some of the top producers. Wander around and try some delightful Canapés whilst sipping the famous Ace of Spades, Krug, Dom Perignon orContinue reading “Corks Out Champagne & Canapé Tasting”

Corks Out Christmas Poptastic Champagne Tasting

Corks Out in Timperley held their monthly tasting session last Thursday and with the run up to Christmas in full swing, store manager Karim Ghazanfar introduced to us all 10 sparkling wines to sample and enjoy. So without delay, let’s crack on with the tasting notes from each wine!   Primo Prosecco – Italy A nose of peachContinue reading “Corks Out Christmas Poptastic Champagne Tasting”

Henriot Champagne Tasting Notes

On Wednesday night, I had the chance to try the relatively unknown champagne house Henriot at the Epernay champagne bar in Manchester. Three bottles were on offer to sample, with hosts Cyriaque and Joelle giving a speech on the history of Henriot and what to expect from their Rose Brut, Brut Souverain and Blanc De Blancs.   A little history first,   Native toContinue reading “Henriot Champagne Tasting Notes”

The Lounge, Knutsford Review

The Lounge is Knutsford’s new stylish champagne and cocktail bar located on Princess Street and with its opening night only a few days before, and seeing their video of the refurbishment on YouTube, I popped in to see what all the fuss was about! With an ambient setting of Italian sofas, and a combination of both small roundContinue reading “The Lounge, Knutsford Review”

The Circle 360 Review

Theres a new champagne and cocktail bar located in the Italian area of the Trafford Centre’s Orient food hall. I’ve watched this bar grow from day one as it’s location is opposite to where i work and i’ve been itching to try it out ever since its grand opening less than a week ago. I took along a friend andContinue reading “The Circle 360 Review”