Wines, Spirits and Cigars – Comte Des Cierges
Sumptuously situated within a grade 2 listed, late Gothic revival Victorian building (it used to be a bank) with high carved ceilings, massive windows and plenty of original architectural features – a visit to Zaika is a feast for the eyes.
When one thinks of Champagne, the word conjures up images of effervescent bubbles. The word is synonymous with fun, parties and celebrations but also leads one to think of expense. However, there are a number of varieties available which won’t cause a big dent in your bank balance.
Vancouver is one of the world’s newest international cities, and set within a forest of glass and steel high-rises is one of the city’s most contemporary boutique hotels – The Loden.
Whistler is the Mecca of ski resorts in North America- and arguably, the world. Its world-class status was sealed in 2010 when it hosted the Winter Olympics. With 210 runs, from terrifying double blacks to blue runs for beginners, there is something for everyone – even if you don’t want to ski.
When it comes to the perfect pour or cocktail, drinks21 knows a thing or two thanks to its range of premium and super-premium ‘handpicked’ drinks. Carefully tried, tested and selected from ‘seasoned’ authentic producers located around the world, you can choose from rare boutique ‘finds’and exclusive listings to more well known brands.
December 1st at Sotheby’s New York will mark the largest auctioning of Krug Champagnes in history. Over 530 bottles of the outstanding French bubbly will be released to the world famous auction house, where a case of the House’s 1990 Krug Clos du Mesnil is expected to fetch up to $25, 000.
As the weather turns colder and the nights get darker, it’s natural that people tend to switch to heartier, richer dishes paired with richer red wines, which have a bit of warming oomph! Chief wine buyer, Phil Edwards at drinks21 gives his recommendations for the best winter reds.
Piper-Heidsieck Champagne and cutting edge fashion designer, Jean Paul Gaultier, have joined forces this summer for the second time, to present the Black Cancan limited edition gift set.
After spending years in the shadow of vodka, gin is finally enjoying a well-deserved renaissance, hurrah!
Lovers of fine Cognac are in for a real treat this September, for an exceptional selection of rare and vintage Cognac is to be auctioned at Bonhams. One of the highlights, and the item we, here, at CDClifestyle are particularly excited about, is an exclusive bottle of Rémy Martin Louis XIII Black Pearl Cognac bottled in a special limited edition black crystal decanter, estimated to fetch a price of between £5,000 – £7,000.
The launch of the Golden Cocktail is part of The Last Lap – seventeen nights of exclusive events over the Olympic fortnight
we take a look at the items which will ensure you enjoy this year’s Wimbledon Championships
The rarest blend of Cognac to be released for many years, this bottle of 1888 vintage Frapin Cuvee is a spectacular choice of drink to enjoy
The latest newcomer to make it on to the Luxury Services scene is an online luxury gift hamper company
The Diamond Jubilee Fizz is a delicious blend of Louis XIII cognac, raspberry liqueur and rose essence, and is of course topped up with the finest Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne.
When it comes to supercars there is no shadow of a doubt that this is an area where the Italians reign supreme, however, conversely when it comes to whisky, especially that of single or blended malts, this is evidently a territory where the Scots bestow the honours. Well, at least the latter had been my conception until recently savouring the delights of Japanese whisky, namely the Suntory brand.
Piper Heidsieck is one of those brands that you never see flaunted as a sponsor, advertised on TV, or splashed across the pages of magazines, let alone name dropped in the latest Hip-Hop or R&B singles
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