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Does Sparkling Wine Pop Like Champagne?
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Sparkling wine does pop like Champagne when it’s opened. If you have a bottle of sparkling wine that you want to open with a flourish for a celebration, this guide will show you.
How to Open a Bottle of Sparkling Wine
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Learning how to open a bottle of sparkling wine the right way ensures you minimise spillage, spray, and wastage. Read our article to discover pro tips.
How Do You Store Sparkling Wine Properly?
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How to store sparkling wine depends on many factors. here you can discover expert tips on how to store your bottles the right way.
How to Recork Sparkling Wine & Keep the Fizz Fresh
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This guide takes you through the simple steps to recorking and provides alternative methods for storing opened sparkling wine if you don’t have the means to recork.
How Is Sparkling Wine Made?
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Learning how sparkling wine is made helps you to make the best decision about which wine is best for you; different production methods yield different results, affecting quality, style, and price...
How to Choose the Right Sparkling Wine for You
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This guide breaks down different types of sparkling wines and their flavours, so you are better equipped to make the best choice for you.
Is Chardonnay a Sparkling Wine?
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Learn all about Chardonnay the wine and Chardonnay the grape variety in this guide, which also explains how Chardonnay grapes are essential for sparkling wine production.
How to Drink Sparkling Wine Like a Professional
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This guide will teach you all the elements that go into drinking a sparkling wine like a sommelier, from opening a bottle properly to serving temperature, appropriate glasses, and proper tasting...