Wedding wines that will get a good reception

Champagne’s a must for the toast, but you could break free of the safe sauv blanc and merlot, and instead choose a wine you know and love – or even something else entirely

When should a wine be chilled?

Some reds are better after a spell in the fridge – and some whites are often served just too cold

Ignore the snobs, charmat method fizz is charming

It may taste less complex, it’s certainly cheaper, but some of these sparkling wines have a joy all of their own

Baccarat Narcisse: for collectors passionate of design

      Baccarat Narcisse collection is an asymmetrical and distinctly avant-garde crystal creation embracing the quest for new shapes. In the image of the narcissus, whose flowers bend and lean towards water, the Baccarat Narcisse off-center glass bowl seems to bow. The perfect balance is obtained thanks to the talent of the manufactory’s artisans. A sculptor … Read more

10 of the best cognac distillers, tours and tastings, France

Exploring Cognac and the Charente region gives an insight into a brandy rich in history – with a barrel full of tastings on offer

Baglietto unveiled the biggest yacht built by the historic Italian shipyard in its recent history

    The unveiling of a new yacht is always an extraordinary moment in a shipyard’s life. Not only did Baglietto welcomed such a beautiful yacht, the biggest ever built by Baglietto in its recent history, but the guests also saw the history of the historic Italian shipyard before their very eyes. Baglietto, a historic … Read more