Champagne and Sparkling Wines

“Come quickly, I am tasting stars,” Dom Perignon’s famous quote after his first taste of Champagne, and a fairly apt description of what a good Champagne experience should offer. Is Champagne truly a wine? Where do the bubbles come from? How do I serve Champagne? Any Champagne suggestions? Read on for answers to these questions and more.

Brut Champagne
Brut Champagne

Top 10 Champagnes and Sparkling Wines
Nothing says, "Celebrate" quite like a good bottle of bubbly! Whether you are looking for a Champagne or sparkling wine to bring in the New Year, toast a marriage or enjoy with a bowl of buttered popcorn, there are plenty of options at just as many price points, but we'll get you started with some solid sparkling wine selections here.

Champagne and Sparkling Wine Food Pairings
Champagne and Sparkling Wine Food Pairings

Champagne
Champagne and celebrations go hand-in-hand. Find out how Champagne is produced and grab a few suggestions for buying and pairing Champagne with your next celebration.

Serving Champagnes
An overview of optimal serving conditions and food pairings for Champagnes.

Champagne Quotes
Great Champagne quotes to share at your next Champagne occasion.

How to Open Champagne
How to Open Champagne

Is Champagne
Is Champagne...?

Is Champagne Vegan?
Is Champagne Vegan?

Is Champagne Gluten-free?
Is Champagne Gluten-free?

Is Champagne the Same as Sparkling Wine?
Is Champagne the Same as Sparkling Wine?

Is Champagne Sweet or Dry to Taste?
Is Champagne Sweet or Dry to Taste?

Is Champagne Expensive?
Is Champagne Expensive?

Is Champagne Better Aged?
Is Champagne Better Aged?

Is Champagne Wine?
Is Champagne Wine?

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