Sparkle Plenty
Some folks may reserve their thirst for sparkling once a year, but at West Palm Wine Co., bubbles are a yearlong celebration. No fridge should be without at least a bottle. Champagne, the world capital of sparkling wine, deserves all the praise thrown its way—but its popularity and global appeal have raised prices. Why not think outside of the box to discover more fizzy alternatives? There is good reason not to overlook other regions where sparkling wines are crafted with aplomb.
NV Montbourgeau Cremant du Jura, Jura, France
Any wine from France labeled Cremant is a Champagne-method sparkling wine that can hail from various wine-growing regions outside of Champagne. This one is from the Jura and is made exclusively from Chardonnay. Bold, rich, and corpulent. It's like walking into a French boulangerie: brioche, butter, marzipan. Hedonistic!
NV Borgoluce Prosecco Valdobbiadene Brut, Veneto, Italy
100% Glera! This is our “house” Prosecco, and it checks all the boxes: it’s bone-dry (as opposed to those cloyingly sweet grocery store versions), it’s crafted in small quantities compared to the mass produced, and above all else, it is sublimely delicious and fun to drink.
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