1. Schloss Raggendorf Sekt Classic Suss, sweet, Austria (324 rubles), Auchan
Types of ChampagneAustrian winemaking is clearlyunderestimated, as evidenced by this wine. The family winery Raggendorf, named after the castle near Vienna, produces several dozen wines, and sparkling wines occupy a significant share of the assortment. Schloss Raggendorf Sekt Classic Suss is considered sweet, but it is quite thick and resembles a well-balanced dessert wine. This wine is controlled by origin - it is produced in the Weinviertel DAC region. The main Austrian grape variety Gruner Veltliner is grown in the vineyards located directly around Vienna, from which “fruity” wines are obtained, which, combined with light sparkling wine, cannot but intrigue. This is an absolute find: rare grapes, an unbeaten region, the “champagne” method with secondary fermentation in the bottle, a New Year's bottle design, a very pleasant price. 2. Gancia Asti, sweet, Italy (330 rubles), Metro Cash & Carry
Very affordable variant of traditional sparklingwines from the Piedmont region of Asti. Asti gained global popularity due to two major alcohol producers in its region - Martini and Cinzano. Asti is a name that is controlled by origin, that is, a sparkling wine with this name can only be made here in the center of Piedmont. "Gancia" - wine company, founded in 1850. The wine is made from the grape variety Moscato Bianco, in which honey tones are strong, so the wine smells like honey with light tones of exotic fruits, but these smells are not complicated at all. At first, the wine seems a bit cloying, but then the sugar is leveled by the freshness of the aroma and the well-preserved acidity. Suitable option for sweet teeth, hen parties before the New Year and corporate parties in the predominantly female team.3. Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel 2005, Brut, South Africa (347 rubles), Auchan
Simonsig - family winery from the regionStellenbosch, belonging to the Malan family. In 1952, the winery was founded by Frans Malan, a famous pioneer of the Juaro wine industry, and today the office is being managed by his three sons. The wine is produced in the traditional way with a change in the bottle, from the grapes of classic champagne varieties: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Menier. And what is the result? A pleasant pale straw color, a basic fresh bread aroma, a bit of citrus and fruit tones, a rather brutal acidity, a fresh taste, but overall the wine is slightly messy. It is combined with steamed fish and pate, suitable for informal parties in large companies.4. Marques de Monistrol Brut Reserva Seleccion Especial, Monistrol de Anola, Brut, Spain (493 rubles), Paterson
One of the variations on the theme of classic cava -sparkling Spanish wine created in Catalonia using French “champagne” pattern at the end of the 19th century. Dry, "prickly" in the language of the wine is refreshing and invigorating. The extravagance of local grape varieties Xarello and parillade is balanced by the international Chardonnay. The color is golden straw, shiny and young. Baseline for any held champagne bread smells here fade into the background - everything is absorbed by the freshness. The bubble game is chaotic and unpredictable. Suitable for New Year's Eve dates, but not the first: too toning up and giving away everything that is possible and impossible. Practically does not tolerate snacks, with the exception of scallops and similar sea food for a couple. The closest competitor is Codorniu cava. With the supply of Freixnet, the world's most popular cava, this season's problem. Jacob’s Creek Sparkling Rose, Pink Semidry, Australia (494 rubles), Auchan
Jacob's Creek is an Australian wine brandtoday owned by the French from Pernod Ricard. This is a rare case when the acquisition of a wine producer by a large corporation played into the hands of both parties to the deal. Pink sparkling Shiraz is a very romantic concept. The wine turned out to be bright, berry, with a light fruity sweetness. The most delicate color, a light play of bubbles, unobtrusive citrus tones in the bouquet - funny and optimistic. Ideal for the occasion when the New Year's Eve coincides with the beginning of a new relationship. Read more
