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Champagne* season *and other sparkling wines, of course
"Too much of anything is bad...but too much Champagne is just right." - Mark Twain |
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 Champagne
Champagne is the real deal, and true Champagne only comes from Champagne, France just Northeast of Paris (which explains our habit of calling Champagne "Champagne" and bubbly from other parts of the world "Sparkling Wine"). World wide demand, limited geographical growing regions, and a marginal climate all conspire and result in higher prices than other bubbly. But oh my it's worth it. A great bottle of real Champagne is one of the best reasons to be a wine lover. The main grapes allowed are Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Munier. All wines are made in the 'Traditional method' meaning a second fermentation in the bottle, a process that takes time and skill and financial resources.
CHAMPAGNE [Please note the bottle sizes]
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 Cava
When you see the word "Cava" on the label, it refers to the geographic locations in Spain that are designated for Cava production. Because there are many Cava-designated locations throughout Spain, and more are added regularly, they have kept the supply and demand balance in check resulting in some of the best buys in the Sparkling Wine world. The best part about Cava is that, by law, it has to be produced in the same tradtional method as 'real' Champagne. A multitude of grapes can be used in the production.
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 Prosecco
Where Cava is the national sparkling wine of Spain, Prosecco is to Italy. Not only is Prosecco the main ingredient in the Bellini cocktail, it is a protected appellation worthy of its high esteem. The name of the grape is Glera, and it's produced in the hills toward the city of Venice, in the Northeast corner. The key words to remember about Prosecco are: light, frothy, airy, and clean. The traditional use of Prosecco is to start a meal, to clean the palate, and get you ready for the evening. Over the holiday season, take the opportunity to suggest always starting with a bottle of Prosecco to help ease you into the meal.
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 Sparkling Wine
If you are making bubbly outside of Champagne, France (be it Argentina, Tasmania, California or even Minnesota) the correct term is "Sparkling Wine." Many times these are made in the traditional method of Champagne, but occasionally from the Charmant process, which is also how Prosecco is produced (the Charmant process, in a nutshell, is a second fermentation in a large tank instead of in the bottle).
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Buy 6
and Save $20 |
Add a sparkle to the New Year
Enter promo code 121710 at checkout online and SAVE $20 when you order six or more bottles
Know other wine lovers that could use some inspiration and a nudge off the beaten path? Forward this email, tweet it on Twitter, SHARE us on Facebook! Friends should not let friends drink lesser wine -set an example, help our cause, and save! | | Offer runs online through Thursday, December 23rd 2010 or while our stock lasts... |
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