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November 29, 2007 
 Champagne, Cava, Prosecco, Sekt, Sparkling...
 36 reviews for every budget and every precocious palate


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 Champagne
 Nicolas Feuillatte Reserve Brut

Nicolas Feuillatte brut Bathe in it if you can but bring a straw to the tub.
Always a treat (second only to its pinky sister in my house) the Feuillatte Brut is a pretty straw-hued sparkler with assertive tiny bubbles and aromas of peach skin, toasted almonds, apple and citrus blossoms. Its super-crisp on the entry with a mouth- filling mousse tasting of orchard fruits, mineral and lemon rind then grows creamy mid-palate and finishes with toasted, nutty flavours.
$55.99 BC
(+080283)

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 Champagne
 Lanson Brut Rose

lanson rose An attractive salmon-amber hue with a rich mousse and a persistant bead. Aromas of berries and caramel praline with a side of toast and floral bouquets. Super smooth and creamy with lovely weight, flavours of spiced berries and toasty caramel with a clean, lingering finish.
This classic blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir has a full texture and pairs well with most anything from cheese plates or holiday turkey to planked salmon.
$59.99 BC
(+172130)

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 Prosecco
 Col de Salici Prosecco de Valdobbiadene,Veneto It. 2006

Col de Salici This newly released vintage of the Col de Salici is pale straw in colour with gorgeous aromas of creamy peaches, white flowers and candied citrus peel with a hint of mint and nutty/toasty notes. Super fresh on the palate - crisp on the entry, a creamy mousse mid- palate with flavours of honey, mineral, citrus and toast on the finish. It's off-dry with a lovely fruity linger.
Worth seeking!
$21.07 BC select private wine stores
(+463158)

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 Mionetto Sergio 'MO' Rose, Veneto Italy
 

Sergio MO Prosecco The colour of wild strawberries with aromas of red cherry, warm blackberries, earth, violets and minerals. it is effervescent yet smooth with nice weight on the tongue showing vibrant berry, cherries, spice and a seam of citrus rind. This is no wimpy pink bubbly, it has solid grippy flavours, good acidity and a clean, firm finish.
$26.99 BC select private wine stores
(+098038)

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valdo prosecco


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 Cava
 Segura Viudas Heredad Brut Reserva, Penedes Spain

Segura Heredad Cava A work of art, a table-top showstopper.
This bubbly elevates the world of Cava with its white fruit and leesy/toasty aromas.It is layered with pear, toasted nut and mineral notes and scented with honey blossoms. The crisp citrus-y flavours, smooth palate, mousse and creamy, toasty linger make this wine wonderfully memorable.
$31.99 BC
(+094912)

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 Cava
 Codoniu Clasico Brut, Penedes Spain

Codoniu Clasico Cava The Clasico, like most Cava, is made in the time- consuming traditional method of Champagne but with a price tag that will have you drinking bubbles for breakfast! Crisp orchard fruits, hints of Asian pear, white floral, citrus and toasted notes. It has an enthusiastic mousse on the palate with juicy, uplifting citrus-y flavours and light toast on the finish.
$12.99 BC
(+503490)

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 A perfect cheese for bubbles...
 Delice de Bourgogne

Belice de Bourgogne cheese















Triple cream cows milk brie from Bourgogne France.
This creamy white uber-soft cheese spreads like butter and is decadently rich. It has a mild aroma and flavour similar to the inoculated blue cheese - a distinct sharp medicinal/mouldy flavour - but in a mild and appealing way.
It also has hints of earthy and herbal nuances but mostly its just incredibly rich!
As you can see by the photo above it has a thin mottled rind where the flavour is sharpest and it gets creamier toward the centre. It also doesn't travel well so keep it safe!
Wine Pairing: A red Burgundy would be the obvious choice but I love it with Champagne and sparkling wine which cuts through the richness.
Approx. $3.99/100gr at Les Amis du Fromage


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 BC Bubblees
 See Ya Later Ranch Brut

SYLR Brut Crisp and mousse-y with toasted brioche and spiced apples, pear and floral notes. On the palate, minerals, creamy citrus, orchard fruit and a lingering zesty finish makes this BC sparkler one to celebrate!
Pair with shellfish or hot frites with lemon aioli!
$22.99
(+985549)

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 BC Bubblees
 Summerhill Cipes Blanc de Noirs, 1999

Cipes Blanc de Noirs 99 Gorgeous, rich aromas of red berries, peach jelly, honey blossoms and juicy apples with nutty/toasty notes. The Cipes Blanc de Noirs shows the elegance of age, integrated flavours and weighty texture, creamy-crisp on the palate with lemon curd and toasty elements on the finish.
Will stand up to dense fish or holiday turkey with stuffing but also great as an aperitif.
100% Pinot Noir
$35.99 BC
(+445312)

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 Township 7 'Seven Stars' Brut, 2004

T7 Seven Stars Made in the méthod traditionelle , the Seven Stars is a 50/50 blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It has the intense toastiness one would expect in an older vintage Champagne.
It's a lovely amber hue with aromas of grilled peaches, wild honey, red berries and toast. On the palate its creamy with tart berries, minerals and more earthy- toasty flavours and finishing with citrus zest and peppery spices.
This wine would stand up to grilled swordfish or roasted quail.
$29.99 winery and select private wine stores

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 International Sparklers
 Yellowglen "Pink" Sparkling, Australia

Pink-yellowglen A pretty, girly and pinkish-hued bubbly with swirls of candied strawberries, soft orchard fruit, flowers and zippy citrus. Cheeky and fun this very affordable off-dry sipper will bring a sweet smile to your palate and please the party-goers.
Great value - perfect for crowds and appetizers!
$12.99 BC
(+89268)

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 Bleasdale Sparkling Shiraz, Langhorne Creek, Australia

Bleasedale Sparkling Shiraz Vibrant purple with juicy blueberry, plum, sweet spice, vanilla and chocolate notes and a hint of menthol. On the palate it's liqueur-like, warm rich fruit, smooth and weighted with lingering dark chocolate and spice on the finish.
Pair with Christmas cake during the holidays and sweet and sour pork the rest of the year!
$26.99 BC
(+857318)

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 Bimbadgen Ridge Sparkling Semillon, Australia, NV

Bimbadgen Ridge sparkling A first for me, this sparkling Semillon made from grapes from the Yenda region of SE Australia is a great value sparkler!
Briliant golden yellow in colour with aromas of orange blossoms, apple and lime with hints of toast. On the palate its crisp and refreshing with verve and it will pair wonderfully with creamy cheeses or seafood starters!
$16.99 BC
(+498071)

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