C’EST WHAT? Great Ways You Can Toast to Joy

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Feel some joy coming on? Something to celebrate or just be happy? Step into the vibrant world of sparkling wines, where the bubbles dance, and the flavors sing! While Champagne often steals the spotlight, a dazzling array of sparkling wines, each with its tale of tradition and taste, are waiting to be discovered.

Cremant de Loire

Let’s embark on a fizzy journey, starting with the charming Cremant de Loire. Crafted with care using the same methods as Champagne, this bubbly gem is a symphony of bubbles, boasting notes of toasted nuts and an irresistible finish. La Pierre Couverte cuvée is like a hidden treasure, offering top-tier quality without breaking the bank. Picture a pale lemon hue with a cascade of delicate bubbles.

Clean, precise, and well-focused on entry, the mouthfeel is refreshing at the core but pleasantly softened at the edges. A lemony freshness, notes of minerality, and a hint of toastiness complement tree-fruit flavors. This Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay blend is a steal at around $25 with flavors ranging from crisp apples to hints of biscuity goodness.

Crémant de Limoux

Venture further to the historic town of Limoux, where sparkling wine has been perfected since 1531 before Dom Perignon even popped his first cork! Crémant de…

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Michael Perman, C'EST WHAT? Wine and Sensory
Michael Perman, C'EST WHAT? Wine and Sensory

Written by Michael Perman, C'EST WHAT? Wine and Sensory

Michael Perman is a Sommelier who writes about the connection between wine and sensory emotion as well as practical advice on how to select and pair wines.

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