Cava is a sparkling wine made using the traditional, or Champagne, method, primarily produced in the Catalonia region of Spain. The traditional method is an extremely labor-intensive and time-consuming process. Each bottle of sparkling wine matures individually over several years, after which the bottles are re-corked one by one, cleared of yeast sediment, and then … Continued
Did you know that one of the world’s best sparkling wines is produced in South Africa? Alongside Champagne, South Africa’s sparkling may be a little less known, but among wine enthusiasts it is highly valued for its depth of character and affordable price point, being made in the traditional method. What exactly does Méthode Cap … Continued
The most popular sparkling wine among young wine enthusiasts in Italy and around the world is the fresh and light Prosecco. The global demand for this easily drinkable, effervescent wine has grown so much that in 2008 the production area was expanded. To protect their precious Prosecco from imitation, producers, in collaboration with the Consorzio … Continued
Is Bigger Better?When it comes to wine – generally, yes. Quality, that is. As New Year’s approaches, I decided to open up the topic of bottles – specifically, their sizes. Larger, more festive formats of wine and sparkling wine bottles tend to make their appearance on special occasions. Indeed, there’s something undeniably special about opening … Continued
