What's the difference between Champagne and Sparkling Wine?
Technically, it is the only sparkling wine that may be referred to as "Champagne."
Bubbly from all other regions in the world are simply referred to as "sparkling wine," though regional specialties abound.
Spain's sparkler is called Cava, Italy's bubbles come in Prosecco and Moscato d'Asti, and French sparkling wines from everywhere outside of Champagne are referred to as Cremant. Italy, Spain, Australia, New Zealand and the U.S. give France a run for the money by producing some fantastic sparkling wines at exceptionally competitive price points.
2. Remove the foil wrap over the cork. Twist the metal loop to loosen the metal cage around the cork to loosen it. You don't have to remove it immediately, as you may risk the bottle uncorking before you are ready.
3. Grip the body of the bottle in your dominant hand (right hand if you are right handed). Grip the cork with a kitchen towel with your left hand. The bulbous end of the cork should be in the palm of your hand.
4. Support the base of the bottle against your right hip or side. Slowly begin turning the bottle back and forth with your right hand while holding the cork firmly steady with your left. Continue to turn more and increase the distance between your hands, as the cork turns.
5. Slow down toward the end when the cork's almost out, allowing the cork to gently slide out rather than popping aggressively. Point the bottle away from you, so that the cork does not pop in your eyes.
6. Serve your Champagne in your best Champagne glasses!
Steps for opening sparkling wine or champagne
1. Chill your sparkling wine completely in the refrigerator or in an ice water bucket, so that the contents are completely chilled.
2. Remove the foil wrap over the cork. Twist the metal loop to loosen the metal cage around the cork to loosen it. You don't have to remove it immediately, as you may risk the bottle uncorking before you are ready.
3. Grip the body of the bottle in your dominant hand (right hand if you are right handed). Grip the cork with a kitchen towel with your left hand. The bulbous end of the cork should be in the palm of your hand.
4. Support the base of the bottle against your right hip or side. Slowly begin turning the bottle back and forth with your right hand while holding the cork firmly steady with your left. Continue to turn more and increase the distance between your hands, as the cork turns.
5. Slow down toward the end when the cork's almost out, allowing the cork to gently slide out rather than popping aggressively. Point the bottle away from you, so that the cork does not pop in your eyes.
6. Serve your Champagne in your best Champagne glasses!
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