Bespoke Wine Collection

Bespoke Wine Collection Celebrate life’s special moments with a unique gift; a collection of vintage wines curated by top sommelier Ksenia Karpenko.

☀️ Sunshine State of Mind ☀️🌊 Elevate your sea adventure with a touch of Champagne perfection. 🥂For an enchanting fusion...
27/08/2023

☀️ Sunshine State of Mind ☀️

🌊 Elevate your sea adventure with a touch of Champagne perfection. 

🥂For an enchanting fusion of structure, length, and vibrancy, indulge in NV Bollinger, Spécial Cuvée 🍾

💫This exquisite Champagne offers an aromatic and intricate experience, boasting scents of roasted apples, peaches, brioche, and subtle notes of fresh walnut, all culminating in a distinct, lingering finish.

Exploring the Elegance of Pinot Noir! 🍇 🇫🇷🏛️ Originating from Burgundy, Pinot Noir is a French grape with a history dati...
21/08/2023

Exploring the Elegance of Pinot Noir! 🍇 🇫🇷

🏛️ Originating from Burgundy, Pinot Noir is a French grape with a history dating back over 2,000 years – making it over 1,000 years older than Cabernet Sauvignon.

🍇 Delicate and thin-skinned, Pinot Noir is cherished for its intricate flavours and aromas, making it a beloved red grape variety globally.

🌤️ While it's a challenge to cultivate due to susceptibility to rot and a preference for cooler climates, Pinot Noir shines in the right conditions, producing some of the world's most elegant and complex wines.

🇫🇷 France, mostly Burgundy, boasts the largest cultivation of Pinot Noir, with approximately 100,000 hectares planted.
The iconic Côte d'Or region is particularly renowned for its exceptional Pinot Noir, with Gevrey-Chambertin, Nuits-Saint-Georges, and Vosne-Romanée crafting some of the most iconic wines worldwide.

🌎 Pinot Noir is also a global grape with over 70,000 hectares cultivated in the US and 60,000 hectares in China.

🥂A fascinating fact: Pinot Noir is among the few red grapes perfect for crafting rosé and sparkling white wines. In fact, it's one of the exclusive duo (with Pinot Meunier) that allowed for the creation of Champagne, the world's most celebrated bubbles!

Let’s raise a glass to this wonderful red grape variety on ! 🍇✨

Is it Vinsanto or Vin Santo? Well… both! 🍇 Despite the similar spelling, Vin Santo and Vinsanto are two different wines ...
17/08/2023

Is it Vinsanto or Vin Santo? Well… both!

🍇 Despite the similar spelling, Vin Santo and Vinsanto are two different wines with a very different tradition. 

🇮🇹 Italian Vin Santo has a signature rich, amber-hued colour and boasts an intricate nutty flavour and a velvety sweetness.
Traditionally crafted from Trebbiano and Malvasia grapes, it’s aged in small wooden barrels, evolving over several years.

👼 The name Vin Santo translates to ‘Holy Wine’ and has a very funny origin:
 During the 1439 Ecumenical Council in Florence, a Greek monk's mistakenly identified the local sweet wine 'Vin Pretto' as a wine from 'Xantos' (Santorini) which the crowd misheard as ‘Santo' meaning ‘holy’.
To this day Vin Santo is the wine used during most Chatolic mass and rituals.

🇬🇷 Santorini's Vinsanto is traditionally made with an assemblage of Assyrtiko, Athiri, and Aidani grapes which are gently sun-dried for 8 to 15 days. Infused with the island's volcanic soil and sea-kissed breeze, this wine achieves a harmonious balance of vibrant acidity and sun-kissed sweetness, minerality and fruitiness. 

📦 The name Vinsanto here simply means ‘wine from Santorini’.
Its origins can be traced to the Venetian Domination,  during this time Santorini's sweet wines were very popular in Europe and the containers on the ships were marked with 'Vinsanto’.

🇪🇺 In 2002, as Greece joined the EU, Santorini's Vinsanto makers sought 'Vinsanto' as a regional denomination. The EU's decision? 'Vinsanto' for Santorini, 'Vin Santo' for their Italian counterparts.
An intriguing name duel that found harmony in compromise.

🥂 What do they have in common?
 Both wines are unique expressions of their tradition: A celebration of patience, native grape varieties, and the artistry of winemaking.

A mistake we like to make… 🥂Prosecco is always perfect on his own but when it’s time for an  , we can add a couple of tw...
15/08/2023

A mistake we like to make… 🥂

Prosecco is always perfect on his own but when it’s time for an , we can add a couple of twists to create a delicious cocktail!
From the iconic Spritz to the classic Hugo, and the drink that took the internet by storm... the Negroni Sbagliato 🍊

🇮🇹 Did you know that 'sbagliato' in Italian translates to 'mistaken'?
That's exactly how this famous Prosecco cocktail came into existence: It was 1972 and Mirko Stocchetto of Bar Basso in Milan accidentally swapped sparkling wine for gin in a Negroni, creating the very first Negroni Sbagliato.
🍹 Easy to make and always satisfying simply all you need is:

30ml Sweet Vermouth
30ml Campari
30ml Prosecco

🧊 Mix all the ingredients in a lowball glass over ice and enjoy

What’s your favourite wine-based cocktail?
Let us know in the comments!

🍾 Celebrating   with a glass of refreshing bubbly! 🇮🇹 From the lush vineyards in North East Italy, The Prosecco DOC deno...
13/08/2023

🍾 Celebrating with a glass of refreshing bubbly! 

🇮🇹 From the lush vineyards in North East Italy, The Prosecco DOC denomination encompasses 4 provinces in Friuli Venezia Giulia (Gorizia, Pordenone, Trieste, and Udine), and 5 provinces in Veneto (Belluno, Padua, Treviso, Venice, Vicenza).

🌟 World-renowned, this prolific wine region boasts 11,460 vineyards and 1,192 wineries all contributing to one of Italy's most iconic wine exports.

🍇 The heart of Prosecco lies in the Glera grape variety, native to North East Italy and celebrated since Roman times. Traditionally, it's combined with up to 15% of other grapes like Verdiso, Bianchetta Trevigiana, Perera, Glera lunga, Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio, and Pinot Nero, vinified off the skins.

🤓 Fun fact: The word 'Prosecco' dates back to the mid-thirteenth century, with variations like 'Prosech' or 'Prosecum,' referring to a small town near the Trieste and Duino.

🎉 Stay tuned as tomorrow we unveil our recipe for that viral cocktail that we all love to pronounce: The Negroni Sbagliato!🍹

🇬🇷 the Legends of Santorini Winemaking 🍷✨Dive into the rich Santorini's winemaking heritage with these remarkable estate...
12/08/2023

🇬🇷 the Legends of Santorini Winemaking 🍷✨

Dive into the rich Santorini's winemaking heritage with these remarkable estates!🌋🍇

🔥 Born from the ambition of Matthaios Argyros and Manolis Chloridis, this boutique gem captures Santorini's soul in every sip. Crafting their vision from two vineyards in Pyrgos and Megalochori, their focus on over 200-year-old vines produces pure magic.

🌟 With a storied legacy spanning 120 years, Argyros stands as a beacon of excellence. Proudly the largest private vineyard owner in Santorini, their 120 hectares embrace a diverse range of local and international grapes. A true testament to tradition and innovation.

🌿 A story of revival and passion. Haridimos Hatzidakis and Konstantina Chryssou breathed life into a forgotten vineyard in 1997. Now spanning 40 hectares, their legacy lives on through his family's dedication. Their wines continue to honor Haridimos's vision and memory with every bottle.

🌀 Two esteemed winemakers, Leon Karatsalos and Yiannis Paraskevopoulos, united in their quest for exceptional wines in 1994. With wineries in Exo Gonia and Kamari, Gaia's 35 hectares are a testament to collaboration and passion.

🏺 Founded in 1991 by Paris Sigalas, this estate's 30 hectares celebrate indigenous varieties like Assyrtiko, Athiri, and Aidani. With organic farming and low-intervention techniques, their commitment to sustainability is bottled in every wine.

Exploring Santorini's Finest Styles 🇬🇷The magic of Santorini's volcanic soil and intense climate comes alive in our top ...
11/08/2023

Exploring Santorini's Finest Styles 🇬🇷

The magic of Santorini's volcanic soil and intense climate comes alive in our top 3 favorite wine styles! 🍷🌋
For centuries, the resilient Assyrtiko vines have flourished here, thanks to this unique environment. 🍇 🌞 🌿 
Talented winemakers have transformed these exceptional grapes into liquid art, capturing the essence of this special place.

👅 Santorini wines are a symphony of flavours, blending saltiness, zesty acidity, and a rich, full-bodied character.

👉 Swipe left to unveil our top picks:

1️⃣ 2021 ESTATE ARGYROS, ASSYRTIKO
2️⃣ 2019 HATZIDAKIS, SKITALI
3️⃣ 2018 VOLCANIC SLOPES, PURE ASSYRTIKO

🇬🇷🍇 Assyrtiko: Santorini’s Treasure 🍇 This medium-bodied white grape variety native of Santorini, with its signature yel...
10/08/2023

🇬🇷🍇 Assyrtiko: Santorini’s Treasure 

🍇 This medium-bodied white grape variety native of Santorini, with its signature yellow-gold skin and luscious juicy flesh, is the star of the wine production of the island with over 65% of the vineyards of Santorini planted with this variety.

🌞 Embracing the scorching sun and dry climate, Assyrtiko thrives in the volcanic soil of the island always while maintaining the perfect balance of high alcohol content and refreshing crisp acidity.

🕰️ Its lively acidity contributes not only to the wines’ character but also allows them to age beautifully, unveiling complex flavours over time.

🍷 While renowned for producing dry, mineral-rich white wines, Assyrtiko shines even brighter when blended with the aromatic Aidani and Athiri grapes, giving life to Santorini's beloved sweet wine, Vinsanto, a renowned style since the Byzantine times.

👇 Tag someone who needs to experience the magic of Assyrtiko and Vinsanto! 👥

✨ Stay tuned as tomorrow we'll reveal our 3 favourite wines from Santorini ✨

What makes the perfect gift? 🎁 🤔Spoiler Alert: It’s not the fancy wrapping or the price tag.A perfect gift is a pleasure...
08/08/2023

What makes the perfect gift? 🎁 🤔

Spoiler Alert: It’s not the fancy wrapping or the price tag.

A perfect gift is a pleasure to receive and to give — something as unique as they are that not only shows you truly know and appreciate the recepaient, but that will make them gasp with surprise and joy! 

✨Here at Bespoke Wine Collection we combine the uniqueness of wine and power of personalisation to create the ultimate gifting experience!

Through our one-of-a-kind collections, we tell stories, mark milestones and turn special moments into unforgettable ones!

Send us a DM if you are tired of boring gifts and want to start giving exclusively!
Let's celebrate the art of giving and the joy of receiving together! 🙏🎉

The Sweet Power of Santorini's Wines! 🌊🍷🌋 A breathtaking summer destination and wine lover's paradise, Santorini is a vo...
07/08/2023

The Sweet Power of Santorini's Wines! 🌊🍷🌋 

A breathtaking summer destination and wine lover's paradise, Santorini is a volcanic island renowned for its sweet yet powerful wines like Assyrtiko and Vinsanto.

🌋 The wines of Santorini are shaped by its unique and harsh growing conditions.
🌱The soil, composed of volcanic ash, pumice, sand, and basalt, is nutrient-poor but rich in acidity and essential minerals. 
🌬️The warm, dry climate with minimal rainfall and strong winds makes Santorini effectively a volcanic desert.

🏛️With an ancient dating back thousands of years —traces of vine-growing and winemaking found during excavations of the buried city of Akrotiri.

🍇 Assyrtiko, the indigenous variety, shines as the star of the island, representing an outstanding 65% of production. It's sometimes blended with other white varieties like Athiri and Aidani, and cultivated alongside red varieties like Mandilaria and Mavrotragano.
🍷 Stay tuned this week as we delve into the enchanting aromas of the island!

😍Have you tasted Santorini wines yet?

👅 The Fun Art of Wine Tasting pt.2 👉 Swipe through our carousel to discover unexpected and amusing aromas that tickle ou...
06/08/2023

👅 The Fun Art of Wine Tasting pt.2 

👉 Swipe through our carousel to discover unexpected and amusing aromas that tickle our senses. 

Have you ever tasted any of these aromas when tasting wine?

The recipe for a perfect memory?  🌅 A breathtaking sunset💞 The right company🍷 And of course, a bottle of Fine Wine 🍇 For...
05/08/2023

The recipe for a perfect memory?

 🌅 A breathtaking sunset
💞 The right company
🍷 And of course, a bottle of Fine Wine 

🍇 For the ultimate summer soirée try the 2020 Chateau de Pougelot, Corcelette Morgon from Beaujolais, France.



 Fragrant and expressive, this wine delights the senses with aromas of red berries, delicate florals, and a hint of earthiness. On the palate, you'll find a delightful burst of juicy red fruit, silky tannins, and refreshing acidity.
It's truly a taste of pure bliss! 😍🍇🍷

🥂 Tag your favourite Partner-In-Wine and comment down below which wine are you sharing!

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