Triumph, thy name is sparkling wine! Few taste sensations are as impressively associated with luxury, success, and prosperity as the delicate dance of thousands of bubbles, underscored by a creamy texture and sweet-and-sour fruit aromas – with a hint of brioche in between. Whether on a veranda or a world champion's podium, a good sparkling wine makes every moment shine brighter.
Champagne (from the French region of the same name) is clearly the "poster boy" among sparkling wines, but many other European appellations also cultivate their own traditions: for example, Cava from Spain, Prosecco from Italy, Crémant from France, Sekt in Germany, and many more. Most prestigious sparkling wines are produced under very strict, protected guidelines regarding region, grape selection, and fermentation methods.