Question 1

What is the difference between champagne and sparkling wine ?

Accepted Answer

Champagne is a type of sparkling wine, but not all sparkling wine is Champagne. To be called Champagne, it must come from the Champagne region of France and follow strict production methods. Sparkling wines like Prosecco or Cava are made elsewhere and with different grapes and techniques. This explains the price difference between Champagne, Cava and Prosecco.

Question 2

What is the Traditional Method ?

Accepted Answer

Champagne is made using the Traditional Method (Méthode Champenoise), where a second fermentation takes place inside each bottle, creating its fine bubbles and deep flavors. The wine is then aged for a couple of years. This process takes time and care, but results in Champagne’s signature elegance. By contrast, wines like Prosecco use a faster method where the second fermentation happens in large steel tanks, producing lighter, fruitier bubbles at a lower cost.

Question 3

What is a good and affordable Champagne ?

Accepted Answer

Major Champagne houses maintain its luxury image through heavy investment in branding, which drive the prices up. Artisan Champagnes provide an interesting alternative to the premium branded Champagnes. They offer excellent quality at a more accessible price, often showcasing the distinctiveness of the individual vineyard or terroir.

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