The cellar index

WineCollection 03

Champagne & Sparkling

Traditional-method wines judged by energy, texture, reserve material and the quality of their finish.

Origin & traditionChampagne & leading sparkling regions

Character & context

Understanding Champagne & Sparkling

Great sparkling wine is more than bubbles. Champagne and its peers can carry citrus, orchard fruit, chalk, brioche and savoury depth, with dosage and lees ageing shaping balance and texture.

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