Rating of the best sparkling wines for 2022

A rare holiday is complete without a feast. Birthdays, weddings, corporate parties are an occasion to gather loved ones and have a good time with them. Alcoholic drinks are an indispensable attribute of the festive table, and sparkling wines give it a special solemnity.

A pleasant aroma, a bewitching look of bubbles trying to escape from the glass, cotton when opening - all this sets you up for a good time.

In this article, we will find out what sparkling wines are, their main differences, find out how to choose and where to buy a good bottle, and what to look for in order not to make mistakes when choosing.

Criteria for choosing a fizzy drink

Before you go to the store for a bottle of wine, you need to decide what type of drink you want to purchase. There are two main production technologies in the world: traditional and accelerated.

The first, classical, was discovered in France, and is based on natural fermentation, which occurs directly in the final containers, and takes several years. This technology is used to produce not only French and Spanish, but most of the Crimean wines.

The second method is tank fermentation, which consists in the fact that all processes take place in large tanks. This method is used to make most Russian products. You do not need to be a sommelier to understand that the first method is preferable, since the product obtained in this way has a richer taste and aroma, and takes longer to open.

There is also a method called saturation - in this case, the contents of the bottle are artificially saturated with carbon dioxide. This method produces the most budgetary wines.

It is also necessary to consider which dishes will be accompanied by alcohol. For the main ones, brut varieties are suitable. Such varieties most fully reveal and complement the taste of snacks, meat, fish and side dishes. Desserts are best complemented with semi-sweet and sweet varieties of champagne.

An important selection criterion is the country of production. The best drinks are produced in France, Italy, Spain, Georgia.With a limited budget, you can consider Russian products, while you should pay attention to the fact that they are made from local raw materials.

Tips and advice from experienced sommeliers:

• it is best to choose bottles with corks that are made from natural materials - in this case, the wine is stored longer and better;
• special attention should be paid to the composition - it should not contain artificial ingredients;
• the label must be printed on high-quality paper and glued evenly, without defects in the form of air bubbles - this indicates that you have an original product in front of you, and not a fake;
• it is recommended to give preference to alcohol bottled in dark colors - the safety of the contents will be higher;
• it is imperative to check the presence and integrity of the excise tax (if the product is of foreign origin) or the federal brand (domestic manufacturers);
• in order to check the saturation with carbon dioxide, the container must be shaken (the more bubbles form, the more “bubbly” the champagne will be).

When choosing, do not forget to pay attention to the expiration date of the product - you should not buy a product if it is coming to an end - the taste of such a wine will hardly please you.

Rating of quality sparkling wines

Category up to 500 rubles

Moscow golden-domed white sweet

The Russian-made product is popular with buyers, it can be found in any store selling alcohol. This is due not only to the budget price, but also to excellent taste. As the name implies, the drink is made in Moscow (more precisely, in the Moscow region, the village of Ramenskoye), and belongs to the category of white wines, since only white grape varieties were used as raw materials.Buyers note a beautiful straw color, rich aroma, and moderate wine strength - 8%. Many people like the small, bewitching perlage (the formation of small bubbles). In the aroma of wine you can distinguish notes of apricot, peach, and other fruits.

For lovers of historical facts, the history of its creation will be interesting. The wine was made for the Moscow Governor Sergei Alexandrovich in 1899 using the classical method.

According to customer reviews, it is pleasant to drink such wine, it has a sweetish taste, without sourness. The next day, there is no headache and feeling unwell, as is often the case with cheap alcoholic products. The average price is 180 rubles.

• inexpensive in price;
• well suited for any holidays, and will appeal to most guests because of the sweet and pleasant taste;
• made by one of the best Russian manufacturers, which is famous for its good quality at a budget price;
• beautiful colour;
• pleasant aftertaste;
• no headache the next day.

• not detected.

Lambrusco Riunite Rose

The review is continued by a representative of Italian origin. In its name there is a mention of the grape variety from which champagne is made - Lambrusco. This wine is made from red grapes, mainly in the region of Emilia-Romagna. Initially, the alcohol of this variety was red, but over time, producers under this brand began to produce rosé and white wines.

Ruinite is the world's largest producer of Lambrusco (more than 50% market share). Since he specializes in this type of grape and knows the peculiarities of its collection and preparation, many sommeliers recommend tasting Lambrusco wines from this particular company.

The drink is pale pink in color and has a delicate and pleasant aroma with a strawberry aftertaste.

Among the features of the product, one can single out a screw cap, which allows you to take a bottle to nature in a women's company and open it without hindrance. The wine goes well with meat, light snacks and desserts. No headache in the morning.

• unusual color;
• pleasant aftertaste;
• good composition;
• the product is well stored, even on the third day there are bubbles in it, and there is no bitterness;
• inexpensive in price.

• hard to find in some regions.

Bosca Anniversary White Label

On the Internet you can find a large number of reviews about this Lithuanian champagne. Most of them claim that its taste is of high quality and will not leave anyone indifferent.

The composition of the product includes the following ingredients: white wine, sugar, citric and ascorbic acid, flavors of natural origin with apple, mango and papaya flavors. It goes well with light snacks, cheese slices, sweet desserts, etc. The wine bubbles well, has a pleasant straw color. The taste is sweet, many buyers even note excessive sweetness. The aftertaste is pleasant, not cloying, with a light fruity-floral aroma. There is a slight sourness, there is no bitter aftertaste. The fortress is low - only 7.5%.

The bottle is closed with a plastic stopper. She herself is dark green in color, with a white or golden label. A white label indicates a semi-sweet drink, a golden label indicates a sweet one. The average price is 340 rubles.

• rich aroma;
• no headache the next day;
• attractive design;
• The plastic lid allows you to keep the contents for several days.

• not a natural composition;
• in this price category - high cost.

"Lykhny" red semi-sweet

 

The product is produced in Abkhazia and belongs to a rare category - red sparkling. The Lykhny brand has been known since the Soviet era, many aged people believe that its quality has been tested over the years. The wine is sold in a beautiful bottle, which is packed in a box, perfect as a gift for any celebration.

Unusual color saturation for such a product, high-quality composition - such grape varieties as Isabella, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot were used for production. The pleasant aroma and berry aftertaste make many buy this brand again and again.

The grape drink is quite strong - 12% alcohol, sugar - 40-55 g / dm3. Buyers note a large amount of foam - even in a chilled liquid, the foam cap takes up to half of the total volume. The average price of a bottle is 300 rubles.

• soft, rich aroma with a berry aftertaste;
• beautiful design, suitable as a gift;
• a rare champagne color.

• increased carbonation;
• hard to find on sale, you have to order online in an online store.

Category 500 - 1,000 rubles

Canti Asti, 2017

The Italian brand is well known to connoisseurs of sparkling wine. The wine in question is a semi-sweet white sparkling wine. The product is made from White Muscat grapes. According to technology, the fermentation process is not fully completed before bottling, so the bacteria do not have time to process all the sugar, which is why the wine has a pleasant sweetish aroma. Secondary fermentation takes place in special tanks, after which the liquid is bottled under pressure into containers.

All buyers note, first of all, the unusual design of the product - a black bottle with red inscriptions immediately attracts attention. All this is in a gift cardboard box with embossed crocodile. Such a gift will not leave anyone indifferent. No less remarkable is the taste of wine - with a small strength (alcohol content - only 7%), a pleasant light and fruity aroma, with a slight sourness.

Sparkling wine is recommended to be consumed with pastries, cheese slices, sweet desserts, nuts and fruits. The recommended serving temperature is 7-8 °С, storage - up to 25 °С. The bottle can be stored up to 5 years in the closed state, in the open - no more than 3 days. The average price without a promotion is 800 rubles, with a promotion - 600 rubles.

• natural composition;
• rich taste and aroma;
• presentable gift packaging;
• low alcohol content;
• long shelf life;
• low price in this category.

• not always possible to find on sale in supermarkets.

Gancia, Moscato Rose

The review continues with another representative of Italian sparkling wines - Gancia. According to the description on the packaging, champagne is produced in the Piedmont region, consists of rare grape varieties - Brachetto and Muscat. Fortress - 7%.

A large bottle packed in a pink wrapper immediately attracts attention with bright foil. The container, narrow at the top, gradually expands downwards. Natural cork indicates that the manufacturer is worried about its products retaining their qualities for a long time.

The taste of the wine is gentle and soft, with a pleasant aftertaste. The glass is drunk in one breath. Perfect with any kind of cheese, chocolate and fruit.

Champagne is suitable as a gift, and will delight not only with a presentable appearance, but also with a pleasant pink color of the contents, and an indescribable aroma. The average price of a bottle is 700 rubles.

• rich taste;
• drunk in one breath;
• moderate bubbling;
• natural composition.

• not detected.

Martini Prosecco

This sparkling wine is not as popular as Martini Asti, however, it is practically in no way inferior to it - neither in quality, nor in aroma, nor in price. Country of origin - Italy, region - Veneto, fortress - 11.5%. It is made from grape raw materials of the Glera variety.

White wine has a pleasant delicate taste, which gradually reveals pear, apple, grapefruit shades. The drink belongs to the category of dry, so it is not suitable for all champagne lovers. It is easy to drink, there is a mild sourness and bitterness in the aftertaste. Champagne goes well with cheeses, white meats, fish, fruits and chocolate, seafood, spicy Asian dishes. The average price of a bottle is 950 rubles.

• high quality of the product;
• pleasant taste;
• suitable for a large number of dishes;
• the production of brand products is carefully controlled at all stages of production.

• high cost - not everyone can afford to shell out such an amount for one bottle of champagne.

Jaume Serra Cava Brut

The appearance of the bottle is classic - made of dark green glass, with a white label, which contains information about the origin of the drink, composition and strength. The design is noble, not catchy, but attracting attention. The product is made from Macabeo, Xerelo, Parellado grapes.

Despite the fact that the sweetness of champagne belongs to the category of brut - dry, buyers note that it tastes more like semi-dry. The taste of the drink is clean, without foreign flavors, it is suitable not only for sweet dishes and desserts, it goes well with meat and fish dishes, cheeses, spicy snacks and other side dishes. There is a slight sourness characteristic of this type of champagne.

The wine is easy to drink, does not cause discomfort, the next day there is no headache. The shelf life of the product is 2 years. The minimum storage temperature is 13 ° C, the maximum is 20 ° C, which is not always possible to comply with in an apartment. The sugar content is 7 g/l. The cost of a bottle is 670 rubles.

• pure taste, without aftertaste, which will appeal to connoisseurs of dry champagne;
• in this price category - the budget cost;
• good bouquet;
• suitable for almost all dishes;
• presentable design, suitable for both New Year's holidays and family celebrations, as well as a gift.

• the required storage temperature is difficult to maintain in the apartment.

Villa degli Olmi, Corte dei Rovi Extra Dry, Prosecco DOC

This Italian-made champagne has a DOC category, which indicates its high quality. Made from Prosecco grapes, called Serprino in Italy. The grape grows in the province of Veneto, and is well suited for base sparkling wines. According to the manufacturer's classification, drinks from grapes of this variety cannot be sweet or semi-sweet, most often they are dry or semi-dry, and are suitable for a large number of snacks, fish and meat.

The bottle has an unusual design, made of black glass and covered with spikes.Such a design not only attracts attention, but also sets the mood, hinting at something secret, intimate.

The bottle is easy to open as the champagne is not heavily carbonated. The drink is easy to drink, does not leave an aftertaste. The aroma is weakly expressed, which is explained by the grape variety used. The average price is 840 rubles, the fortress is 11%.

• despite how much champagne costs, most buyers recommend it for purchase;
• suitable for almost all dishes;
• presentable and unusual appearance;
• rich taste.

• not detected.

Novosvetskoe semisweet

The birthplace of this champagne is Crimea, Sudak region, Novy Svet. The wine is made in the classical way from four grape varieties - Chardonnay, Pinot, Wrestling Rhine, Aligote. After the drink is poured into final containers, it is aged in accordance with the traditions for about 9 months in the cellars of a famous prince in the Crimea. The wine is made using carbon dioxide, all the bubbles in the bottle are of natural origin, which distinguishes it from artificial sparkling champagne.

The drink is recognized as one of the best according to Roskachestvo. It is easy to drink, has a pleasant honey aftertaste. Feeling good the next day. The average price of champagne is 660 rubles, the strength is 13.5%.

• according to customer reviews, this is one of the most delicious wines;
• gentle, sweet, soft, rich taste;
• made according to classical technology.

• if you buy a product in its homeland, it costs almost twice as much as on the mainland.

Abrau-Durso Brut

Another representative of Russian winemaking belongs to the category of collection wines, and is produced at the famous plant of the Russian Champagne House "Abrau-Durso", which was founded in 1870.The products of this brand have always been distinguished by high quality, harmonious bouquet and rich taste. For the manufacture of such grape varieties as Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc were used.

Champagne goes well with any side dishes, salads, meat and fish snacks, cheeses. Pleasant taste with fruity and floral hints will not leave anyone indifferent. There is a small bitterness. Active bubbling quickly ends, the foam does not last long.

To preserve all the characteristics, the manufacturer recommends storing the drink at a temperature of 5 to 20 °C. The average cost is 510 rubles.

• one of the most budgetary and delicious wines in this category;
• pleasant taste;
• natural composition;
• Sold in a presentable gift box.

• the label does not indicate the grape variety from which the product is made.

Pierre Sparr Cremant d'Alsace Brut Rose

This time, the products of the French brand Pierre Sparr came under consideration. The wine is made from red grapes grown in Alsace. The collection of raw materials is carried out exclusively by hand. The drink is prepared using the technology of secondary fermentation, in which the after-fermentation is carried out in the final tank. After the fermentation process is completed, the drink is placed in the cellar for storage for 3 years. Then it can be used for 5 years.

Champagne goes well with fish, cheeses, side dishes. Can be used as an aperitif. The drink is strong (12%), with a pleasant aftertaste (lemon, strawberry, pepper, apricot, strawberry notes). Perlage is stable, combined with a beautiful pink color creates a bewitching effect.The average price of champagne is 1,000 rubles.

• unique taste and aroma;
• presentable appearance;
• natural cooking technology;
• champagne has won a large number of awards at international competitions.

• it is difficult to find in free sale, there are few customer reviews, which makes it difficult for many to decide on the first purchase of a drink.

Elite sparkling wines

Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial

This elite champagne is produced in France, in the province of Champagne. It combines three varieties of white grapes - Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay. The wine is made in the traditional way, aged from two to four years. In order to give it a rich taste and aroma, up to 30% of reserve wines are added to it during fermentation.

Champagne is considered one of the best in the world, according to the latest research, a bottle of this brand is opened every two minutes every day in the world. The drink has a pleasant grape flavor and aroma with hints of green apples, citrus fruits, flowers, minerals. Since the wine is 12% ABV, together with active bubbles, it quickly creates a feeling of intoxication that does not let go for a long time.

Separately, it is worth talking about the design of the product - champagne is packed in a snow-white box with gold inscriptions, which immediately attracts attention. The average price of a package reaches 3,000 rubles.

• rich taste and aroma;
• pleasant aftertaste;
• natural composition, long exposure;
• presentable packaging, suitable as a gift.

• high price.

Ferrari Brut, Trento DOC

The brand name has nothing to do with a well-known automobile concern, it was created by the name of a winemaker, which is common in Italy and sounds the same. For the first time, the products of this winery were released back in 1902. The owner had no heirs, and transferred it to the possession of another winemaker, who managed to properly organize the work and bring fame to this brand.

Champagne has a pleasant straw color, the bubbles rise evenly. The taste of grapes is almost not felt, there is an aftertaste with fruity notes. The drink is easy to drink, practically has no sourness. This is due to the variety of grapes used - Chardonnay.

A product from the province of Trento will be a good addition to various snacks, thanks to its neutral taste, it goes well not only with meat, fish and cheeses, but also perfectly complements desserts, fruits, sweets. The price of a bottle is 1,100 rubles.

• a good analogue of more expensive champagne;
• a beautiful and well-known name will please the recipient of such a gift;
• goes well with various dishes.

• some buyers note that the true grape flavor is not felt at all.

Veuve Clicquot Brut

The company "Veuve Clicquot" is world famous as a manufacturer of quality champagne. There are many legends associated with this brand. One of them says that when, during the Russian-French war, soldiers broke into the widow's cellar, began to drink wine, and she was told about it, she said: "Let them drink, they will come back here!" Another version of the ending is “today they will drink, tomorrow they will pay”.

Champagne was named after its founder.A young woman named Barbara married his son, who died six years later, and she took control of the huge concern in her own hands. At that time, there was no concept of a woman manager, and she had a very hard time. However, she managed to bring the winery to the level of famous throughout the world. Now it is difficult to find a person who has not heard about this brand, and all this thanks to the motto that they have brought to life - "There is no other quality than the best."

Champagne is packaged in a colorful yellow bottle that immediately attracts attention. On it, as well as on the label, there is the trademark of the Clicquot house - an anchor that speaks of reliability. The wine is made from several grape varieties - Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier. Of the features of the drink, it can be distinguished that its shelf life is not limited, subject to storage conditions (dark ventilated room, without direct sunlight, odors, at a relative humidity of not more than 85%, and a temperature of 5 to 20 ° C). After opening the bottle, the product must be stored in the refrigerator for no more than 2 days. Champagne is easy to drink, goes well with both main courses and desserts, appetizers. The price of the package is 3,900 rubles.

• natural composition;
• traditional production technology;
• quality product;
• presentable packaging;
• many positive customer reviews.

• high price.

Roederer Brut Blanc de Blancs

This is one of the most expensive champagnes on sale. It is produced in France in the famous Champagne region. Raw grapes are harvested only by hand, and after the first fermentation they are bottled in oak barrels.After the end of the process for the final tincture, it is bottled and stored for at least 5 years.

The name is translated from French as "white of whites", and denotes the highest level of champagne. Made from only one variety - Chardonnay. In the family of the creator of the winery, the drink is opened exclusively on large family celebrations. The color of champagne is golden with a transition to green. The aroma of grapes is combined with notes of nuts, citrus fruits, dried fruits, honey. The product is recommended to be consumed with gourmet snacks, meat, fish. Fortress - 12%, shelf life - up to 10 years. The price per bottle can reach 12,500 rubles.

• rich bouquet;
• traditional manufacturing technology;
• natural composition;
• many positive customer reviews.

• high price.

Conclusion

When choosing which brand of champagne is better to buy, we recommend deciding in what environment and with what dishes it will be opened. For desserts, pastries, fruits, sweet and semi-sweet varieties are well suited; for side dishes, meat, fish, it is better to buy sparkling brut wine.

When buying, it is definitely recommended to study the composition, check the expiration date, strength and sugar level. An important factor is also the price of the bottle - the more expensive it is, the more solemn the moment of its opening should be.

We recommend buying sparkling wine in a stationary store, preferably a specialized one, in which case the probability of running into a fake tends to zero. Despite the fact that the sale is dominated by classic brands that are loved by customers, we advise you to periodically discover new winemaking products and try new, interesting flavors.We hope that our article will help you understand all the variety of sparkling drinks, and make the right choice!