Comments on: Champagne Name Game

By: Sarah M.

Sarah M. — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 15:17:46 +0000

I thought by “specialized equipment” you meant a boat. But I suppose it’d be harder to drink the Champagne that way…

By: Jafe

Jafe — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 07:23:00 +0000

I’m a big fan of Veuve Cliquot as pedestrian as that may be. A friend turned me on to Mionetto Prosecco, which reminds me of Veuve Cliquot (the Brut version’s color scheme even mimics Cliquot).

The NYT recently ran an article on affordable bottles “Champagnes Below $40 Regain Pop” (http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/23/dining/reviews/23wine.html) with the House of Roederer in the No. 2 spot.

1. Joël Falmet Brut Tradition NV; 2. Louis Roederer; 3. Agrapart and Fils; 4. Henriot; 5. Christian Etienne; 6. Georges Gardet; 7. Taittinger; 8. Moutard; 9. Nicolas Feuillatte; 10. Pol Roger

By: llcwine

llcwine — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 12:57:57 +0000

I personally love Gruet, from New Mexico. I believe there is a brut, but I like the Rose, as it’s not sweet at all, but has a nice flavor, good body and looks great when poured.

By: Ellen Whitby

Ellen Whitby — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 00:04:49 +0000

I’m sure you meant to add that “real” champagne is made from Chardonnay grapes, the same used for Chardonnay wine. One of my favorites. Also, German Riesling grapes are used for Champagne, which is also one of my favorite wines.

Happy New Year. And Happy Champagne in PA.