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Plus, who doesn’t smile when they pop the a bottle?
Cristina Cianci
Sparkling wine doesn’t have to be expensivethere are plenty of bottles out there that cost under $15.
First, we chatted with master sommeliers to get their take on theseinexpensive options.
“Dont be discouraged just because they are inexpensive, as this doesnt mean they are bad.
Inexpensive sparkling wines come from great grape-growing regions that arent quite as exclusive as places like Champagne.”
That said, there are also a few sweet wine recommendations, if that’s you’re thing!
and a few testers mentioned that this would go well with salty cheese.
& Wine Director for 90+ Cellars, tells SELF.
Testers “loved the fruit taste.”
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Domain Ste.
Michelle Brut, $13
“Domaine Ste.
Michelle Brut is the perfect, balanced brut with bright citrus notes.
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Domaine Ste.
Either way, most people loved it.
Domain Ste.
Michelle Brut Rose, $13
This one was top finisher among our taste testers.
The ‘lightly sweet’ taste comes from the favors of ripe strawberry, Bigelow says.
Tasters wanted to pair this with cheese since it was so smooth.
“The lush, tangy fresh smashed strawberry notes work perfectly alongside the poppy citrus that laces these bubbles.
So, forget summer, this is the kind of rose that can warm your spirit all winter.”
Tasters agreed that this rose “easy to drink.”
Even if you don’t like rose, we recommend you give this a shot.
“I’m not a rose person, but this is great.
[It has] a nice buttery finish,” one tester said.
Cupcake Vineyards Red Sparkling, $14
This was another favorite of our testers.
One tester even went so far to say it reminded them of port.
aperitif for any soiree,” Chang says.
So, consider serving it at any party that’ll last for hours and hours.
All thats left is to pop and savor this refreshing rose," Bigelow says.
“With hints of apples and citrus, this sparkler is sure to satisfy.”
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