Sparkling wines and semi-sparkling wines

Sparkling & semi-sparkling wines – sparkling pleasure for every occasion

Sparkling and semi-sparkling wines stand for elegance, joie de vivre and special moments of pleasure. Their characteristic sparkle is the result of a second fermentation or a targeted addition of carbon dioxide. While sparkling wines such as champagne, sparkling wine and cava impress with their fine perlage and elaborate production, semi-sparkling wines such as Prosecco Frizzante are lighter and have a softer mousse.

The most important sparkling & semi-sparkling wines at a glance

Champagne (France) – The noblest of all sparkling wines, traditionally made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Dry versions (Brut) are elegant and mineral, while sweeter styles (Demi-Sec) are fruitier.
Cremant (France) – High-quality sparkling wine from various regions of France (e.g. Crémant de Loire, Crémant d’Alsace), produced using the traditional bottle fermentation method.
Cava (Spain) – Spain’s answer to champagne, mostly made from Macabeo, Parellada and Xarel-lo, with fine acidity and nutty notes.
Prosecco (Italy) – A light, fruity sparkling wine made from the Glera grape, either as a spumante (stronger bubbles) or frizzante (lighter bubbles).
German sparkling wine – Made from different grape varieties such as Riesling or Burgundy, often fruity and fresh with lively acidity.
Franciacorta (Italy) – A high-quality, traditionally produced sparkling wine from Lombardy, often with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, similar to Champagne.
Asti Spumante (Italy) – Sweet, aromatic sparkling wine from Piedmont with intense notes of peach and flowers, ideal as a dessert wine.

Food pairing – the perfect accompaniment to fine dining

Sparkling wines are extremely versatile in combination with food:

Brut & Extra Brut (Champagne, Crémant, Cava, sparkling wine) – Perfect with oysters, sushi, seafood and salty snacks such as Parma ham or cheese pastries.
Prosecco & light sparkling wines – Ideal accompaniment to antipasti, summer salads, goat’s cheese and fresh fruit.
Rosé sparkling wines – Harmonize wonderfully with grilled fish, tapas or fruity desserts such as strawberry tarts.
Sweet sparkling wines (Asti, Moscato d’Asti) – Perfect with fruity desserts, sorbets or cheese platters with blue cheese.

Whether as an aperitif, a festive accompaniment or simply in between – sparkling and semi-sparkling wines bring sparkling elegance to any occasion.