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2012 New Year’s Champagne & Sparkling Wine Tasting Maneuvers Selections
Brand Origin Average Price Tasting Notes
Exclusiv Moscato Rosé
Moldova $10 The Moscato style of wine is hot in the marketplace. Fruity, expands in the mouth. No acidity.
Zonin Prosecco
Italy $12 Pale in color. Very yeasty on the palate. A little “vanilla” in terms of character.
Martini & Rossi Asti
Italy $10-12 This is the can’t go wrong “go-to” sparkling wine when in a pinch or requiring a sparkling wine that will appeal to your guests. Sweet, refreshing, and delightful. It’s always a winner.
Korbell Brut
USA $15 American made. Light and crisp, sweet and bold at the same time. The acidity in this sparkling wine delivers a bit of bite on the palate.
Perrier Jouët Grand Brut
France $35 Fresh and light on the nose. Balanced and smooth with muted notes of sweetness. Ample bubbliness.
Schramsberg Blanc de Blanc
USA $25 “White of Whites” using 100% Chardonnay grapes. Light straw In color. Definite kick on the Palate. Zesty and not overly Sweet.
Jaume Serra Cristalino
Spain $8-10 Great price and similar in taste to the Schramsberg Blanc de Blanc but at one-third the price. Not overtly sweet. Very reminiscent of a pinot grigiot in taste.
Cupcake Prosecco
Italy $9 Pale in color. Yeasty but more flavorful than the Zonin Prosecco. Pleasant and light.
Vueve Clicquot Brut
France $42-45 Considered to be in the Gold Standard category of Champagnes, the Vueve is full- flavored and crisp. Blended with two-thirds black grapes for body, and one-third Chardonnay grapes for elegance.

While the Vueve is great to serve on New Year’s, it’s also a delightful year-round accompaniment to any meal.

Never a bad idea to keep a few chilled bottles on-hand at all times.
Banfi Rosa Regalé
Italy $16-25 This rose colored beauty is always the Grand Finale on the Annual Champagne/Sparkling Wine tasting,and with good reason. It’s a gem!

Big levels of fruitiness with spectacular notes of raspberry.

Serve with dark chocolate for an experience that will keep the dames coming back for more!
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