The Sparkling Wine Episode: More Than Just Champagne

23/07/2025 21 min Temporada 1 Episodio 4

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Ever stood in front of a shelf of bubbly thinking, “Wait… is sparkling wine the same as Champagne?” Or wondering, “What even is Prosecco, Cava, or Crémant?”In this episode of Wine, Simplified, I’m clearing up the confusion so you can feel a little more confident next time you’re staring down the sparkling wine section. I’ll explain what actually makes Champagne Champagne, why some sparkling wines come from places like Italy, Spain, or South Africa, and what all those different methods—like the Traditional Method or Charmat Method—mean for how it tastes (and what you’ll pay).I’ll walk you through the most common styles, from Champagne’s crisp, citrusy bite to Prosecco’s easy, fruity charm, plus a few fun ones like Cava, Crémant, Lambrusco, and Sekt.If you’re celebrating something big—or just feel like popping a bottle on a random Tuesday—this episode will help you figure out what kind of bubbles you actually like.→ Learn more and get more content at ⁠⁠⁠https://hopp.bio/wineacita⁠⁠⁠→ Learn more about my Smart Buy of the Week ⁠⁠⁠HERE