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Sparkling Wine
Sparkling wine's bubbles come from trapped carbon dioxide, created either by a second fermentation in the bottle (Champagne method) or in a large tank (Charmat method). Styles range from crisp brut to sweet demi-sec.
How it's made
Traditional method sparkling undergoes a second fermentation in the same bottle, building pressure and complex autolysis (yeast) characters, then ages on its lees. Charmat-method sparklers (like Prosecco) ferment in tank, preserving fresh fruit.
At a glance
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Serving temperature | 6–10°C (well chilled) |
| Key regions | Champagne, Prosecco, Cava, Cremant, Tasmania |
| Food pairings | Oysters, fried food, aperitifs, soft cheese, sushi |
Signature grapes
Chardonnay
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Pinot Noir
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Glera
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