What Corks Will Wine Pros Be Popping on NYE?
We asked 14 industry insiders to share the bottle of sparkling wine they’ll be opening to toast 2020’s end—and why it’s the right wine for this moment
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Tracing the Origin Story of Pét-Nat
Digging into the roots of pétillant naturel to determine how the sparkling wine style became trendy—and what its newfound popularity means for its future
Sparkling Wine in Wartime
Despite its reputation as a frivolous luxury, modern sparkling wine has been affected profoundly by combat and has played a surprisingly prominent role in world wars
Corpinnat—an Emerging Category of Spanish Sparkling Wine
No longer bottled under the Cava DO, sparkling wine made by a splinter group of premium producers takes hold
Why Portland Is America’s Champagne Capital
The Oregon city has had a mainline to grower bubbly for decades, thanks to a handful of buyers, importers, and distributors
The Science of Bubbles in Wine
Examining the effervescence in sparkling wine and its influence on mouthfeel, flavor, and aroma
Why Gruet Partnered with a Native American Tribe to Grow Grapes
The collaboration between the sparkling wine producer and the Santa Ana Pueblo is bearing fruit beyond the business venture
15 Top-Selling Sparklers for the Holiday Season
Buyers discuss the sparkling wines that they expect to fly off their lists and shelves this holiday season
Why You Should Reconsider Sekt
New designations from Austria and Germany are pushing forward the quality of this undervalued sparkling wine category
Tracing the Origin Story of Grower Champagne
Author David White defines the key players and developments that shaped the now-popular category
7 Tips for Building a Sparkling-Wine List That Pops
From menu organization to pricing, here’s how to set your bubbly selection apart
Sparkling Wines That Overdeliver for Under $20
Retailers recommend top bottles for everyday drinking