by JILLIAN DARA on DECEMBER 7, 2022
Sparkling wines are the symbol of celebration. Though Champagne tends to steal the show on these occasions, there are many bubbles outside of this tiny region in France that deserve your attention, including right here in Wine Country.
Different styles of sparkling wine, from Blanc de Noir to crémant to cava, tend to fly under-the-radar, but once you’re in the know and savored your first sip, you’re in the circle for life. Here are nine under-the-radar sparkling wines from around the world to broaden your bubbly horizon.
Listel Pet Nat, France, $18
In a stunning shade of coral, Listel’s boldly labeled PET NAT is both visually and palatally striking. The French sparkling rosé is produced from a blend of Semillon and Carignan that lend to a fruit-forward wine with refreshing acidity and a natural effervescence that’s a result of partial fermentation of the fresh grape musts. This pét-nat is equally delicious as an aperitif as it is a digestif; try it both ways to decide for yourself.
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