Adding a pop to this season's bubbly!
We can’t resist toasting milestones, achievements and festive moments with delicious bubbly. From the iconic “pop” of the cork to the delicate bubbles, we're here for all of it!
This season, we’re pairing 3 delicious bubblies with sea salt caramel popcorn and festive confetti poppers.
Whether you're congratulating someone or showing gratitude, upgrade your wine gift!
Need some inspo? Here are some fun facts to share at your next sparkling wine moment 👇👇👇
Sparkling wines were discovered by accident!
In the 17th century, the cold French weather didn’t allow wines to fully ferment. Winemakers would restart fermentation in the spring, and this second fermentation created bubbles. At first, they tried to eliminate the bubbles, but eventually, they embraced the fizziness.
Not just for celebrations!
If you’ve been with us for a bit, you already know that we’re obsessed with pairing sparkling wines with oily foods – potato chips, fried chicken, popcorn and more! Though traditionally associated with toasts and celebrations, the acidity and bubbles of sparkling wines cut through oily and creamier foods for a full palate experience.
The pressure in the bottle is intense.
Wines made using the traditional method (e.g., Champagne) can contain up to 90 pounds per square inch (psi) of pressure – that's more than three times the pressure inside a car tire! This is why Champagne bottles are thicker and why the cork can fly out at high speeds (up to 40 mph).
Champagne wasn’t the first sparkling wine.
It was being produced by Benedictine monks as far back as 1531, long before the Champagne region became known for its bubbles. They created a style known as ‘Blanquette de Limoux’ which is made in Limoux region (in the Languedoc-Roussillon area) of southern France.
Different sized bubbles create different experiences.
The timing of fermentation, aging (if any), and pressure in the bottle create different sized bubbles. Champagne bubbles tend to have finer or smaller bubbles which create a smoother texture, whereas Pét-Nats (aka Pétillant Naturel) tend to have larger, coarser bubbles for a more casual, fizzy character.