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Sparkling wine doesn’t have to be expensive though, and the Vineking collection of fizz includes something for all budgets, whether you’re just looking to bring a bit of sparkle to your evening with a well-chosen cava or prosecco or splashing out for a really special celebration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gosset-grand-reserve-champagne","title":"NV Gosset Grande Reserve Champagne","description":"\u003cp\u003eFounded in Ay in 1584 Champagne Gosset is the oldest wine house in Champagne. The Grande Réserve is the true signature of the House. It's style rests on Pinot Noir from Ay which gives the structure to the wine. Malolactic fermentation has been avoided to preserve the freshness and the elegance of the fruit and a long ageing in cellars will bring roundness and complexity. Dosage is kept low as in the style of the house (8 g\/l).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cuvée has a bright and golden colour. The nose is dominated by the freshness and the fruit. The Chardonnay brings finesse sustained by notes of yellow fruits such as peach and Mirabelle plum. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and generous. The Pinot Noir of Ay gives its structure. Hawthorn and white flowers merge naturally. Acidity is expressed by citrus fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Champagne Gosset\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe history of the Gosset family goes back five centuries to Jean Gosset (1484-1556), “Lord of Aÿ and Mareuil”, who was the first official ancestor in the lineage. 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Continued excellence is ensured by Odilon de Varine, Gosset Cellar master. This Cuvée is almost a vintage as only a minimal amount of reserve wines has been added.\u003cbr\u003e This Cuvée has a soft and flowing hue of salmon pink with a few ruby-cherry reflections. The nose is clearly marked by the strawberries both the fresh fruit and as jam. Wild red cherry, redcurrant and with a hint of grapefruit dominate the palate. 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The nose reveals aromas of flowers, white fruits, apricots, Mirabelle plum and very light notes of lemon, citrus fruits, quince jelly and honey. On the palate, white flowers mingle with a hint of toastiness. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gosset","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41137266753610,"sku":"F104115NV1","price":85.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/gosset-grand-blanc-de-blancs_7a3a06dd-5e8c-469c-a35f-0c752d36c51e.png?v=1734870954"},{"product_id":"nv-copenhagen-sparkling-tea-bla-0-abv","title":"NV Copenhagen Sparkling Tea Bla 0% ABV","description":"\u003cp\u003eA wonderful sparkling tea developed by the Danish award-winning sommelier Jacob Kocemba. To extract the perfect flavour from the teas, the leaves soak in both hot and cold water for an extensive period of time. To create\u003cbr\u003ean exclusive experience of taste, they only work with carefully selected tea manufacturers using only natural organic  ingredients. The blend of is combined in one bottle, together with a small base of grape must and a dash of lemon juice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting note: \u003cspan\u003eDelicate aromas of jasmine, chamomile and a hint of citrus. This is followed by a round taste from the careful selection of white teas and accompanied by good complexity and depth from the green teas. It ends in a long finish joined by comfortable tannins created by the Darjeeling First Flush.  Best served in a champagne glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Copenhagen Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41137268260938,"sku":"D100105NV1","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/CopenhagenSparklingTea_47796af3-7bd1-4b43-ae74-71e21b33df3f.png?v=1742053602"},{"product_id":"nv-pierre-mignon-brut-champagne","title":"NV Pierre Mignon Grande Reserve Brut Champagne","description":"\u003cp\u003eOver several generations, the family estate has grown significantly with vineyards in the Marne Valley, Côte des Blancs and Épernay. Mignon produces Champagnes with a fresh, vibrant character. 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From these terroirs, Mauzac and other grapes are cultivated, each bringing their own complexity and purity to the wines. This Cuvee, named after Francoise, daughter of the family and a member of the sixth generation celebrates her strong character and the part she plays in guarding her heritage and shaping their future.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA traditional method sparkler from an exclusively handpicked harvest. Direct pressing of the grapes the selected musts set for a first fermentation in inox vat under controlled temperature. Blending and second fermentation in capped bottles for around 18th months in air conditioned cellars. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting note: This Blanquette de Limoux is p\u003c\/span\u003eale yellow colour with golden reflections and fine bubbles. The nose expresses the spring flowers and fresh apple and pear. 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As the daughter of a former wine estate manager, wine has always been second nature to Claude. Today Domaines Auriol is a producer as well as a négociant who prides itself in its Occitan roots. Domaines Auriol is also one of the largest producer of Organic wines in the area and has been very proud of its environmental credentials for the past 25 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom 25km to the south of Carcassonne, nestled in the upper valley of the Aude between the Chalabrais plateau to the west and the Lecamp plateau to the east and sheltered by the Pyrenees, this appellation area encompasses 41 communities. The southern hills reserved for this appellation are covered with a combination of light and stony argilo-calcareous soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Note: It is known for its elegant gold colour and fine bubbles, light, fresh with floral notes finishing with hints of white flowers, citrus, almond, honey and toast. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood match: It has a fresh character, making it a versatile wine that can be served as an aperitif or with food like seafood or white \u003cspan\u003emeat dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claude Vialade","offers":[{"title":"Single Bottles","offer_id":40398360608842,"sku":"F145208NV1","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mix 6","offer_id":40398360641610,"sku":"14584","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/Maison_Vialade_Extra_Brut_NV_AOP_Cremant_de_Limoux.jpg?v=1766412071"},{"product_id":"nv-copenhagen-sparkling-tea-bla-0-abv-half-bottle","title":"NV Copenhagen Sparkling Tea Bla 0% ABV Half Bottle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA wonderful sparkling tea developed by the Danish award-winning sommelier Jacob Kocemba. 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Here, Mauzac and other local grape varieties are cultivated, each bringing their own complexity and purity to the wines. This cuvée is named after Francoise, a member of the sixth generation of the family, in celebration of her strong character and the part she plays in guarding shaping the future of the domaine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVITICULTURE\u003cbr\u003eAntech produce high-quality, authentic sparkling wines under the sustainability philosophy of Terra Vitis since 2013. Adopting the most sympathetic approach to viticulture, they also work to recover any waste, reduce energy consumption and work with like-minded sustainable suppliers across all aspects of production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWINEMAKING\u003cbr\u003eExclusively hand-harvested grapes are immediately pressed and the finest juice is fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. 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