Champagne and sparkling wine

The table is set, the glasses shined and all that’s left to do is to open the wine to go with the roast beef that’s been filling your house with mouth-watering aromas all day. You pop the cork and a strange smell wafts out of the bottle. And you know it’s strange because this is a wine you know by heart—one of your very favourites. Your wine is probably corked. But how does this even happen?

Several factors can affect how we perceive a wine's flavour. Three experts tested the effect of different glasses on taste.

Does your wine taste fruity, or is it really sweet? Very ripe grapes have a fruity aroma and richness that may appear to be sweetness, without actually containing sugar. Nonetheless, some wines do contain this sweet substance, which helps intensify a wine’s fruity flavours and roundness on the palate.

Domaine bergeville is a tiny vineyard that thinks big. Every wine it produces – white, rosé or red – is effervescent comparing favourably to cavas, crémants or any other european sparkler. The difference is that domaine bergeville cuvées are certified organic and genuinely québécois.

Pop the bubbly and discover the perfect pairings for each taste tag!

There are many types of Champagne, from a dry Brut Nature, to a complex vintage, to a festive demi-sec served over ice. We take a closer look at this luxury product for any occasion.

Bubbly’s rising popularity has resulted in a wide variety of bottles to choose from. Here’s a handy guide to finding the one that’s right for you!

Dry, sweet, sparkling or still, Chenin Blanc makes a great accompaniment to any meal.

Many trade magazines and online news sites provide ratings for products. Since it is sometimes difficult to find your way through these different sources, here are some explanations about the different rating systems.

Cava is made with the same traditional method used to create Champagne, but has its own distinct personality. It’s also both delicious and reasonably priced.

Affordable and refreshing, Prosecco’s success is growing everywhere in the world. Here’s a little overview of this seductive sparkling wine.

A celebratory flute-filler that’s easy to drink and accessible, Cava is an international favourite that also features exceptional potential.