The Drink Aristocrat’s guide to: Bollinger
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The Drink Aristocrat’s guide to: Bollinger

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The House of Bollinger is very sophisticated indeed. With some of the most delicate and decadent sparkling wines from the Champagne region in their arsenal, there is little wonder. Affectionately known in the UK as ‘Bolly’, the Bollinger story begun over 400 years ago when one of the founding families of the Bollinger brand, the Hennequins, began dabbling in wine making on their land in Cramant. By the 18th Century, wine was being produced on this land by the Villermont family. It was not until 1829 that the champagne house, Renaudin Bollinger, was founded by the three fathers of the brand: Hennequin de Villermont, Paul Renaudin and German born Jacques…

The Drink Aristocrat’s guide to: Armand de Brignac Brut Gold
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The Drink Aristocrat’s guide to: Armand de Brignac Brut Gold

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Affectionately known as ‘the Ace of Spades’, in homage to the pewter logo emblazoned on the bottle, Armand de Brignac Brut Gold is one Champagne that will look as sumptuous on your table as it will taste in the glass. A relative newcomer to the world of champagne, the Armand de Brignac Brut Gold was the brand’s first bottling in 2006 when the company was launched under the ownership of Sovereign brands and Cattier. Featuring a heady mix of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay, the Armand de Brignac Brut Gold is the flagship cuvée for the world’s most discerning palates to enjoy. Succumbing to the irresistible temptation of the…

The Drink Aristocrat’s guide to: Louis XIII cognac
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The Drink Aristocrat’s guide to: Louis XIII cognac

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Whether you’re a cognac connoisseur or a newcomer to the nectar of the gods looking for a serious introduction into the world of exclusive drinks, the Louis XIII cognac is guaranteed to impress. Despite its youth and apparent lack of regard for the usual rules of ‘fine cognac’, the Remy Martin Louis XIII cognac is high on the list of ‘must have’ bottles for any serious collector, connoisseur or party compere. A flagship product from the acclaimed stables of Remy Martin, this heavyweight in the world of cognacs is the result of a blend of over 1200 different eau de vie, each hand picked for their unique flavours and characteristics….