NEW WORLD SPARKLING WINES
A vast range of grape varieties and techniques have created an extraordinary array of sparkling styles: from off-dry to sweet Muscat, fruity tank-fermented wines and increasingly trendy pét-nats. Within this universe of diversity, I searched for the best examples under £30, concluding that the top wines are invariably a reflection of the know-how and grape varieties used in Champagne. However, in every country the influence of terroir and addition of locally grown grape varieties add layers of complexity and excitement.
This tasting highlights the rising quality and great diversity of styles being made all over the world. Wine lovers often default to Champagne – especially when price is not a concern – yet anyone searching for good value or something unexpected would do
