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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.

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.

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