Celebrity chef and beloved TV personality Gordon Ramsay announced that he will be launching his own line of Italian wines called the 'Gordon Ramsay Italian Collection.' The new wine collection was developed in partnership with Benchmark Drinks and winemaker Alberto Antonini.
The collection will consist of a red, white, and rosé and will be made available exclusively at the British supermarket chain Tesco or on winedelivered.co.uk. According to a recent press release, Ramsay and Antonini made the decision to combine the regions of Tuscany and Abruzzo to achieve a unique flavor and style.
"Gordon and Alberto Antonini are a match made in heaven; they each strive to create top quality products in their own fields and together they’ve blended a beautiful collection of wines. We’re delighted to have partnered with them," said Paul Schaafsma, the Managing Director of Benchmark Drinks.
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Gordon Ramsay Announced the Launch of His Own Italian Wine Collection
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