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Prosecco anyone? Prosecco hails from Northeast Italy, a small region called Conegliano Valdobbiadene. It has protected status to ensure quality and is only produced in the Veneto region in northeast Italy. Prosecco is typically frizzante (fizzy) or spumante (fully sparkling). As far as sweetness, Prosecco comes in four levels. From driest to sweetest: Brut, Extra Dry, Dry and Demi-Sec. The bright and effervescent wine features flavors of melon, pear, and honeysuckle. It’s relatively low in alcohol. But isn’t Prosecco really just Champagne? Prosecco and Champagne are both sparkling wines with protected status, but there are a few key differences. Prosecco can only be made in Veneto, Italy, while Champagne is only produced in the Champagne region of France. Champagne gets its bubbles during a final fermentation inside the bottle, producing a fully sparkling wine with minuscule bubbles. Prosecco ferments in pressurized tanks before being bottled. Do you prefer Prosecco or Champagne? Why? Looking for wine inspired gifts? Visit us at www.bizzywinehub.com. And don't forget, raise your glass if you love wine!

Sparkling wine tastings let drinkers learn about each variety. Champagne has crisp acidity, toasty undertones, and a long finish. Ripe pear and floral notes make Prosecco fruity. Cava has a zesty, earthy flavour. The variety of flavours in sparkling wine makes it appealing to all palates. https://lnkd.in/e6RvRYCt

What's the difference between Cap Classique, Sparkling Wine and Champagne? 🍾🥂🍾 Read our fascinating blog for the answer – and many more interesting facts about this delectable, celebratory style of wine! 🥂🎉🍾🤩 #AlvisDrift #CapClassiqueMonth #CelebrateALifeWellLived #DidYouKnow

‘Tis the season for bubbles! So how much do you know about the differences between Champagne, Prosecco and Cava? And did you realize all sparkling wines actually start out life as still wines?! You’ll find everything you need to know in this article, plus check our tips on choosing the right Champagne glass and decoding all those confusing terms you’ll see on the bottle (Brut is actually drier than Extra-Dry). Happy reading & Cheers! https://lnkd.in/eru-e7Yi

𝐄𝐗𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐕𝐀𝐋𝐔𝐄 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐀𝐍 𝐒𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐊𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒 In 2023 the Italian sparkling wines have achieved 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞 despite a slight decrease in volumes. In fact, the export result of this category increased to 𝟐.𝟐 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐬 (+𝟑.𝟓% compared to 2022) with a total volume of 𝟓𝟎𝟐.𝟖 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 (-2.1% compared to 2022). Sparkling wines are worth about 𝟐𝟓% of the total exports of Italian wine abroad and represent just under a quarter of the total volume. You can read the entire article on 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞, at the following link: https://lnkd.in/dctRpUTr #wine #export #italianwine #winenews #edoardofreddi #freedlgroup

Welcome to today's topic where we will delve into the exquisite world of Champagne and sparkling wine. Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or looking to upgrade your everyday life, these effervescent beverages are a distinctive and luxurious addition. Let's start by understanding the key differences between Champagne and sparkling wine. Champagne refers specifically to sparkling wine produced in the Champagne region of France, using the traditional method of secondary fermentation in the bottle. On the other hand, sparkling wine encompasses a broader category, including those produced outside of Champagne using various methods. When it comes to flavor profiles, Champagne typically exhibits a crisp and complex taste, often with notes of citrus, and apple. *Sparkling wines, can vary widely in flavor, ranging from dry and fruity to sweet and floral. One important factor to consider when choosing Champagne or sparkling wine is the level of sweetness. The terms "brut," "extra brut," and "brut nature" indicate a dry style, while "extra dry," "sec," and "demi-sec" indicate varying levels of sweetness. Another aspect to explore is the different grape varieties used in the production of Champagne and sparkling wine. While Champagne primarily relies on Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, sparkling wines can incorporate a wide range of grapes, including Riesling, Muscat, and Prosecco Tondo ( The original name of Glera ). When serving champagne and sparkling wine, ensure it is chilled, between 43-50°F ( 6-10°C ). Remember to handle the bottle with care, gently twisting the cork to release the pressure slowly and avoid any accidents. So, whether you're toasting to a special moment or simply indulging in a glass of bubbly, Champagne and sparkling wine offer a sophisticated and celebratory experience. Thank you, Cheers! #champagne #sparkling #mixologist #hospitality #knowhow

This week, Bordeaux increased its regional trade share to 41.6% from 36.3% last week, with two wines in the top five most traded by value and four wines leading in the volume rankings. More details below. Burgundy had another strong week, its trade share climbing from 21.9% to 26.1%. This uptick can primarily be attributed to the active trading of wines from Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux and Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. The Rhône, Piedmont, and the USA also experienced gains in their trade shares for the week. The USA in particular saw the most significant increase, rising from 3.7% to 5.0% of total trade by value. Wines from Opus One and Screaming Eagle drove this surge. Conversely, Tuscany experienced the most significant setback, declining from 12.4% to 6.2% of total regional trade share by value this week. Champagne also faced challenges, dropping from 14.8% to 11.0%, despite two wines featuring in the most active by value and Charles Heidsieck’s Blanc des Millénaires Brut 2007 ranking highly in terms of trade by volume. This week, the most actively traded wines in terms of both value and volume primarily hailed from Bordeaux, Burgundy and Champagne. Leading both by value and volume was the 2020 Château Beychevelle. Neal Martin awarded the wine 93 points, Antonio Galloni scored it 96 points and Lisa Perrotti-Brown rated it 95 points. Initially released at £695 per case, it was considered a ‘good value for money’ option at the time, being the second most affordable vintage in the market. The wine has since appreciated by 17.4% to reach a Market Price of £816 per case. Fellow 2020 Bordeaux Château Figeac, also secured a prominent position in terms of trade by both value and volume this week. Released at £1,872 (12×75), this wine was also deemed good value compared to the 2019 and 2018 back vintages. It has since seen a 9.0% increase in its Market Price, reaching £2,040 per case. The most recent trade for this wine was at £1,940 per case, just below its Market Price. As previously mentioned, despite a decline in Champagne’s regional trade share this week, two Champagne wines made it to the list of most actively traded wines by value: Salon Le Mesnil-sur-Oger Grand Cru 2013 and Charles Heidsieck Blanc des Millénaires Brut 2007. The latter also featured on the list of most traded wines by volume. Salon 2013 was recently released at £10,980 per case and received a score of 99 points from Antonio Galloni, who called it ‘the most powerful, dense young Salon [he has] ever tasted’. The wine’s release price was positioned just above the Fair Value line. Weekly insights recap As the pace of La Place Autumn Releases slowed down, Liv-ex published a Market Update for members highlighting Port opportunities below £500 per case as well as pricing analysis on Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2013. Members also have access to coverage of the release of Salon Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs 2013.

My takes on this article (with the important premise that I continue to think that Champagne is the greatest wine denomination in the world): 1. Champagne keeps getting more expensive and is slowly pushing itself into a very small market segment. 2. Perhaps I'm shortsided, but I really don't understand how the Arabian Peninsula can be the knight in shining armour for luxury sparkling wines 3. New varietals in Champagne?- WOW! I really wish them success- we will know in 20 years. https://lnkd.in/d8pZ5rzC

Every month or two we taste wines that compete with our own, but not only. It's key to be aware of what others are doing, because that's exactly what your #customers are faced with when they have to choose between one wine or another. When we plan this tasting in the winery, we all taste, not just the "experts", but all the staff. As it represents the same #variety of consumers you target. I always like to say that the wine is good if you like it, because in the end if it is true that there is objectivity about the quality of the product, it is also true that there is an equal variety of tastes, purchase intentions (label, price, popular product) and even just "I like it"! 🍷 #winetasting #competitor

Market Share Of Companies In The Indian Wine Industry Sula Vineyards is the undisputed market leader in the 100% Grape Wine Market in India. It has also been recognised as the market leader across wine variants, including red, white and sparkling wines. It distributes wines under a bouquet of popular brands such as Sula (its flagship brand), RASA, Dindori, The Source, Satori, Madera & Dia. Fratelli wines and Grover Zampa are the other large players in the wine market in India. The top 3 players together control more than 80% of the market. Do you consume wine? If yes, which are favourite brands?