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December 2019 - All Sparkling Wines US & International

December 2019 - All Sparkling Wines US & International
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Sidewood 2014 Isabella Sparkling Rosé Adelaide Hills
92 points
$25
Sidewood
2014 Isabella Sparkling Rosé Adelaide Hills
Pale golden amber color. Aromas and flavors of dried apricot, pressed flowers, nut-studded toffee, and strawberry jam with a satiny, vibrant, effervescent, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a smooth, distinctive, medium-long finish with notes of shortbread and marmalade. A serious sparkler with elegant fruit and sophisticated bubbles.
92 points $25
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Sparkling Peach California
91 points
$9.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Bubbly
NV Sparkling Peach California
Light silvery straw color. Floral, tropical aromas of peach-mango sorbet, coconut milk, and honeysuckle with a supple, vibrant, effervescent, fruity sweet medium body and a smooth, interesting, long honeyed apricot and peach cobbler finish with no oak flavor. A delicious peach flavored wine with rich natural tasting flavor.
91 points $9.99 Best Buy
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Segura Viudas NV Estate Bottled Brut Cava Penedès DO
91 points
$12
Best Buy
Segura Viudas
NV Estate Bottled Brut Cava Penedès DO
Clear silvery emerald straw color. Aromas and flavors of butter roasted nuts, nectarine, and grassy earth with a supple, vibrant, effervescent, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a tingling, long finish with accents of clementine, green apple, and limestone. A vibrant, spot-on Cava that captures the flavor, versatility and charm of the region and category.
Awards: '2019 World Value Wine Challenge-Top 5 Sparkling Wine $15 and Under' Best Value Spanish Sparkling Wine
91 points $12 Best Buy
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Cuvage NV Brut Sparkling Rosé Nebbiolo
91 points
$39.99
Cuvage
NV Brut Sparkling Rosé Nebbiolo
Topaz gray color. Inviting aromas and flavors of ripe cantaloupe, orange chiffon, rose hips, and toasted almond pastry with a silky, vibrant, finely carbonated, dry-yet-fruity light body and a smooth, interesting, medium-long finish manifesting notes of fennel seed, tarragon, and pickled peach. A divine Nebbiolo Brut Rose sparkler that will pair effortlessly with hors d’ouevres and delight your guests.
91 points $39.99
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Dellara NV Brut Cava DO
90 points
$5.99
Best Buy
Dellara
NV Brut Cava DO
Yellow straw color. Baked aromas of lemon custard-filled doughnuts, apple compote, yeasty dough, rubber leaf, and peach with a satiny, vibrant, effervescent, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a silky, cheery cheesecake, pressed flowers, and marcona almonds finish. A clean, bright, and refreshing Cava with a bubbly personality.
90 points $5.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Extra Dry Sparkling California
90 points
$9.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Bubbly
NV Extra Dry Sparkling California
Silvery straw color. Fruity, floral aromas of hot house flowers, fancy tropical fruit salad, and panettone with a supple, crisp, effervescent, off-dry medium body and a smooth, interesting, long pineapple sorbet, caramel green apple, and clementine finish with no oak flavor. A tangy, appetizing sparkler with great refreshing fruit and length.
90 points $9.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Sparkling Pink Moscato California
90 points
$9.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Bubbly
NV Sparkling Pink Moscato California
Pale silvery pink color. Floral, fruity aromas of lilacs, spiced peach sorbet, and lychee with a supple, vibrant, effervescent, fruity sweet medium body and a tingling, delightful, medium-long dried apricot and green apple and tangerine shrub finish. A toothsome and mouthwatering sweet sparkling wine with nice versatility.
90 points $9.99 Best Buy
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Mionetto NV iL Prosecco DOC
90 points
$11
Best Buy
Mionetto
NV iL Prosecco DOC
Silvery emerald straw color. Aromas of peach and green apple, straw and wintergreen, melon rind, and hyacinth with a supple, crisp, effervescent, fruity medium-full body and a seamless, interesting, medium-long quince, clementine, and nectarine finish. A very tasty and appetizing Prosecco for all occasions.
Awards: '2019 World Value Wine Challenge-Top 5 Sparkling Wine $15 and Under'
90 points $11 Best Buy
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Segura Viudas NV Sparkling Rosé Penedès DO
90 points
$12
Best Buy
Segura Viudas
NV Sparkling Rosé Penedès DO
Silvery amber color. Toasty aromas and flavors of toasty baklava and berry butter with a supple, crisp, effervescent, fruity medium body and a silky, delightful, medium-long finish with nuances of watermelon, kiwi, fresh raspberries, and minerals. A lovely rose sparkler with a fine balance of fruit and toasty yeastiness.
Awards: '2019 World Value Wine Challenge-Top 5 Sparkling Wine $15 and Under'
90 points $12 Best Buy
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Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Brut Cava DO
90 points
$15
Best Buy
Freixenet
NV Cordon Negro Brut Cava DO
Silvery emerald straw color. Artificial aromas and flavors of baked nectarine, praline, and green apple and pear with a supple, vibrant, effervescent, medium body and a smooth, interesting, medium-length finish with suggestions of lemon and kiwi relish, tangerine shrub, almond cookie, and hint of rubber leaf. A very tasty and appetizing Cava that is a fine example of the category.
90 points $15 Best Buy
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Gratien & Meyer NV Brut Sparkling Crémant de Loire AOC
90 points
$18
Best Buy
Gratien & Meyer
NV Brut Sparkling Crémant de Loire AOC
Straw color. Aromas of flaky croissant, toasted walnut, herb butter, and heirloom apple with a supple, crisp, effervescent, dryish light body and a stimulating, medium-long honeycomb and white strawberry finish. A buoyant cremant that dances across the palate before delivering a richly layered finish.
Awards: '2019 World Value Wine Challenge-Top 5 Sparkling Wine $20 and Under' Best Value French Sparkling Wine
90 points $18 Best Buy
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Biltmore Estate NV Methode Champenoise Brut Sparkling American
90 points
$25
Biltmore Estate
NV Methode Champenoise Brut Sparkling American
Pale straw color. Aromas of pear, candied walnut, pastry dough, and pressed flowers with a satiny, vibrant, effervescent, dryish light-to-medium body and an effortless, stimulating, medium-long lemon chiffon and kiwi finish. Stupendously bright and celebratory with memorable length; this is a great sparkler for the holidays.
90 points $25
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Sidewood 2015 Chloe Cuvée Sparkling Adelaide Hills
90 points
$25
Sidewood
2015 Chloe Cuvée Sparkling Adelaide Hills
Pale golden straw color. Aromas of toasted crumpet, butter-poached apples, roasted peach, hint of green olive, and chalk with a satiny, crisp, finely carbonated, light-to-medium body and a smooth, charming, medium-long finish. A rich-yet-crisp toasty sparkler from Down Under; just lovely.
90 points $25
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Henkell NV Brut Sparkling Germany
89 points
$13
Best Buy
Henkell
NV Brut Sparkling Germany
Straw green color. Aromas and flavors of apricot preserves, lemon bar, white flowers, and wet slate with a round, vibrant, finely carbonated, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and an even, interesting, medium-long finish conveying notes of toasted fruit cake and lemon scone. A fresh and mineral-driven nose leads to a slightly toasty palate; elegant and friendly.
89 points $13 Best Buy
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Sparkling Pineapple California
88 points
$9.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Bubbly
NV Sparkling Pineapple California
Yellow straw color. Aromas of ripe mango, peach yogurt, and pineapple smoothie with a satiny, crisp, effervescent, fruity light body and a smooth, refreshing, breezy candied tangerine, sweet tea, and agave nectar finish with no oak flavor. A tropical sparkler that will be a very fun brunch soiree beverage of choice.
88 points $9.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Sweet Red Sparkling California
88 points
$9.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Bubbly
NV Sweet Red Sparkling California
Brilliant bright ruby color. Fruity aromas of pomegranate sauce, fruit cake, coconut cream pie, and cherry scented candle with a satiny, tangy, effervescent, off-dry medium body and a sleek, interesting, medium-long tangerine sorbet, melon, and almond finish with fine, chewy, fruit tannins and no oak flavor. A zesty, mouthwatering sparkling wine that will be fun with ’cue.
88 points $9.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Sparkling Pinot Grigio
88 points
$9.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Bubbly
NV Sparkling Pinot Grigio
Bright silvery emerald straw color. Floral, fruity aromas of fruit salad, lilacs, and pear and peach custard with a supple, vibrant, effervescent, off-dry medium body and a tingling, compelling, medium-long lemon and orange relish, melon sorbet, and spiced green apple finish with no oak flavor. A fun fruity sparkler that’s not too sweet and sure to a be a hit a parties.
88 points $9.99 Best Buy
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Sidewood 2015 Cassandra Blanc de Blancs Adelaide Hills
87 points
Sidewood
2015 Cassandra Blanc de Blancs Adelaide Hills
Emerald straw color. Aromas and flavors of golden kiwi and pineapple yogurt with a satiny, crisp, spritzy, dry-yet-fruity light body and a tingling, appealing, medium-length finish with notes of lemon soufflé, yellow apple, and buttered popcorn. A cheery and festive sparkler from down under.
87 points
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Moscato Spumante California
87 points
$9.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Bubbly
NV Moscato Spumante California
Brilliant straw green color. Fruity, herbal aromas of mint green tea, apple-peach shrub, and lavender with a satiny, vibrant, petillant, moderately sweet medium body and a polished, engaging, medium-length spiced green apple and golden raisins finish with no oak flavor. A tangy appetizing sweet sparkler perfect for the patio.
87 points $9.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Brut Sparkling Rosé California
87 points
$9.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Bubbly
NV Brut Sparkling Rosé California
Steely pink color. Aromas of honeyed quince, melon rind, and white strawberry with a supple, vibrant, effervescent, fruity medium body and a smooth, medium-length tangerine and almond skin finish with fine, fruit tannins and no oak flavor. A tangy, mouthwatering bubbly rose pleaser.
87 points $9.99 Best Buy
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Le Grand Courtâge NV Grand Cuvée Brut Sparkling Rosé France
87 points
$18.99
Le Grand Courtâge
NV Grand Cuvée Brut Sparkling Rosé France
Steely pink color. Fruity aromas and flavors of sugared strawberries, lemon custard, honeyed biscuit, and toasty croissant with a crisp, effervescent, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a seamless, breezy finish displaying impressions of honeydew melon and apple tart with no oak flavor. A friendly rose sparkler.
87 points $18.99
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Cuvee No. 5 NV Brut Sparkling France
86 points
$5.99
Best Buy
Cuvee No. 5
NV Brut Sparkling France
Yellow straw color. Aromas of ripe pear, bavarian creme, and lavender with a satiny, bright, effervescent, fruity light-to-medium body and a smooth, brisk coconut cream pie and marinated artichokes finish. A crisp, earthy sparkler for the table or buffet.
86 points $5.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Sparkling Berry California
86 points
$9.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Bubbly
NV Sparkling Berry California
Light siam color. Aromas of raspberry jam, rhubarb pie, and baked strawberry with a supple, lively, effervescent, very sweet light body and a smooth, brisk fruit punch and citrus wheels finish with no oak flavor. A sweet and tangy punch-like wine for parties.
86 points $9.99 Best Buy
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Bollicini NV Lambrusco Italy
86 points
$15
Best Buy
Bollicini
NV Lambrusco Italy
Dark ruby color. Aromas of raspberry sorbet and strawberry jam with a slightly chewy, vibrant, effervescent, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a seamless, breezy raspberry candies and graphite finish. An off-dry fruity Italian red sparkler with crispy tannins; a lighthearted salumi pairing.
86 points $15 Best Buy
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Tarantas 2018 Sparkling White Valencia
85 points
$10.99
Tarantas
2018 Sparkling White Valencia
Golden straw color. Aromas of chamomile, dried peach, agave, and lemon heads candy with a satiny, vibrant, effervescent, dryish light body and a warming, medium-length tea, toast with preserves, and yogurt finish with dusty tannins. A crisp and food-friendly sparkler.
85 points $10.99
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Mionetto NV Extra Dry Sparkling Rosé Veneto-Trentino
85 points
$14
Mionetto
NV Extra Dry Sparkling Rosé Veneto-Trentino
Bright salmon orange color. Aromas of cantaloupe, strawberry preserves, and honey with a satiny, crisp, spritzy, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a polished, medium-length berry pie and granola finish. A friendly pink sparkler with fruity appeal.
85 points $14
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Bollicini NV Sparkling Cuvée Italy
85 points
$15
Bollicini
NV Sparkling Cuvée Italy
Straw color. Aromas of dried grass and peach with a supple, bright, spritzy, dry-yet-fruity light body and a smooth, carefree sliced lemon and white tea finish with leafy tannins. A juicy, spritzy Italian wine for aperitivo.
85 points $15
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Le Grand Courtâge NV Grand Cuvée Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling France
85 points
$18.99
Le Grand Courtâge
NV Grand Cuvée Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling France
Straw green color. Aromas and flavors of toasted almond, apple cake, toasty pastry, and butter with a supple, effervescent, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a graceful, breezy finish with notes of minerals and white peach. An easy-drinking, fruity sparkler for everyday celebrations.
85 points $18.99
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Bollicini NV Sparkling Rosé Italy
84 points
$15
Bollicini
NV Sparkling Rosé Italy
Salmon orange color. Fruity aromas of raspberry cobbler, cola, gelato, and bubble gum with a satiny, crisp, spritzy, fruity light-to-medium body and an effortless, buoyant sultanas and berry-studded muffin finish. A simple and friendly pink sparkler for daytime soirees.
84 points $15
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Brut Cuvée Sparkling California
83 points
$9.99
Barefoot Bubbly
NV Brut Cuvée Sparkling California
Bright silvery emerald straw color. Curious aromas of wax candy, aloe leaves, and powdered citrus with a supple, tart, effervescent, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a tingling, short-lived italian lemon juice and crabapple finish. A tart sparkler for the table.
83 points $9.99
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Mionetto NV Prestige Brut Prosecco di Treviso DOC
83 points
$14
Mionetto
NV Prestige Brut Prosecco di Treviso DOC
Silvery emerald straw color. Aromas and flavors of chalk and dried citrus with a soft, spritzy, bone-dry light body and a smooth, fleeting finish with nuances of sliced lemons and dried pear with no oak flavor. A crisp and mild prosecco for casual sipping.
83 points $14
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Sparkling Prosecco DOC
82 points
$9.99
Barefoot Bubbly
NV Sparkling Prosecco DOC
Brilliant emerald straw color. Green, citrusy aromas of apple mint chutney, honeycomb, apple cider, and dried citrus with a supple, crisp, spritzy, fruity sweet thin body and a smooth, brisk wheat grass and nut skin finish with no oak flavor. A funky, off-dry sparkler.
82 points $9.99
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Days of Youth NV The Diver Sparkling Brut Rosé California
82 points
$15
Days of Youth
NV The Diver Sparkling Brut Rosé California
Pink color. Aromas of panettone and raisins with a supple, crisp, effervescent, fruity light-to-medium body and a silky, stimulating, medium-length dried strawberry and raspberry muffin finish. A full-bodied rose sparkler with rich notes of fruit cake and funky nuance.
82 points $15
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Raccolte 2017 Lambrusco
81 points
$5.99
Raccolte
2017 Lambrusco
Ruby garnet color. Aromas and flavors of minestrone, strawberry candies, and cherry sauce with a glycerous, crisp, spritzy, fruity sweet light-to-medium body and a silky, quick finish that shows notes of hibiscus and citronella. A juicy and fun quaffer; serve with a good chill.
81 points $5.99
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