Tag: sparkling wine
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Six science-backed ways to improve the taste of your champagne
From glass to glassware: how shape changes champagne flavor Champagne and other sparkling wines are as much about the experience as the taste. Research over centuries has shown that the shape of the glass can influence aroma concentration, perceived sweetness, and overall mouthfeel. A fluted or tulip-shaped glass concentrates aromas and directs bubbles toward the…
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Bottoms Up: What Your Choice of Fizz Says About You — Pét-Nat Poker Face
From Pét-Nat to Personality: Reading the Bubbles Bottoms up isn’t just a toast—it’s a window into your taste philosophy. When you reach for pétillant-naturel, or pét-nat, you’re signaling a preference for authenticity, experimentation, and a certain casual confidence. This isn’t about snobbery; it’s about a style of fizz that embraces imperfect charm, natural origins, and…
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Bottoms Up: What Your Choice of Fizz Says About You
Introduction: The fizz that speaks volumes Choosing a sparkling wine is about more than bubbles and sweetness. It’s a personal signal—an edible wink that hints at taste preferences, values, and even social attitudes. The rise of pétillant naturel, or pét-nat, as a popular alternative to traditional champagne has turned sipping into a conversation starter. Whether…
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Bottoms up! What your choice of fizz says about you
Introduction: The fizz speaks before you do You don’t need a long tasting note to tell you where someone stands on sparkling wine. From pétillant-naturel (pét-nat) to traditional Champagne, the bottle you reach for can be as expressive as the words you choose after you sip. In a trend-driven world of “hipster bubbles” and flashy…