Everything You Need to Know About Sparkling Wine

Raise a glass and join in the toast—when it comes to celebrations and special occasions, there’s nothing quite like a glass of sparkling wine. The effervescence and lively bubbles make it the perfect drink to toast with, and its popularity has only grown over the years. In this blog post, we’ll dive into the history, characteristics, and varietals of sparkling wine so you can be an expert by your next special occasion. Let’s get fizzing!

The History of Sparkling Wine
Sparkling wine was first invented in France in 1531 when Dom Perignon accidentally discovered how to make bubbly champagne. He created a process that is still used today — blending different grape varieties and adding sugar to create carbon dioxide bubbles — which revolutionized winemaking across Europe.

Characteristics of Sparkling Wine
Sparkling wine is made with either white or red grapes, but is usually bottled as white because red wines can turn cloudy when exposed to oxygen over time. It also contains higher levels of sugar than most other types of wines, which helps give it its signature sweetness and fizziness. As for flavor profiles, they range from sweet (like moscato) to dry (like brut).

Varietals of Sparkling Wine
The most popular type of sparkling wine is Champagne, which comes from the Champagne region in France. Other French sparkling wines include Cremant de Bourgogne (white) and Crémant d’Alsace (red). Italy also produces some great varieties such as Prosecco (white) and Lambrusco (red). And if you’re looking for something unique, try Spanish cava or German Sekt!

No matter what your preference is when it comes to celebrating special occasions, one thing is certain—a glass of sparkling wine will always do the trick! We hope that this blog post gave you some insight into why this bubbly beverage has been around for centuries and an introduction to some popular varietals that you can try at home or order at your favorite restaurant. Cheers!

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