Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Searching for Sparkling... by Denman Moody

If looking for something new and different as well as a great value for a holiday sparkler, try the Segura Viudas Brut Heredad Reserva from Spain. At about $20, you get a conversation-piece bottle with pewter bottom and metal family crest, and one of the best methode champenoise-production Cavas in all of Spain.

Traditional Champagne is made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. The Brut Heredad is made from Macabeo, Xarello and Parellada. You'll score numerous points just mentioning this as you're opening the bottle. And if you want to step up a bit, try the Duval-Leroy Parisian Scene Champagne. It's delicious and the bottle is fascinating! It's about $50.

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