December is here, and we are sure most of you have already started planning your Christmas parties! But is any Christmas party complete without a nice sparkling wine on the table? No, right! To make your celebrations extra special, selecting the perfect sparkling wine is key. At unsobered, we understand that choosing from the vast options in India can be overwhelming, so we've handpicked the best sparkling wines ideal for the festive season. Whether you want something crisp and dry or fruity and bubbly, this guide covers it all. Check it out and toast to a festive season filled with joy and sparkle!
Sula Sparkling Shiraz is India’s first and only sparkling red wine. It is crafted from 100% Shiraz grapes and offers soothing aromas of rich berry fruits and pomegranate. On the palate, it offers luscious flavors of plum, hints of chocolate, and dark berries, which are balanced by fine bubbles. It has a sweet and lingering sweetness with a hint of smoky and spicy notes. This medium-bodied wine can easily be paired with Christmas desserts or meat like chicken and mutton. It brings in a celebratory, sparkling twist to the traditional Christmas fare.
Price range for a 750 ml bottle in India: INR 890 - 1,450
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York Sparkling Cuveé Brut is known as a premium dry sparkling wine and is loved by wine drinkers for its elegant fizz and crisp acidity. It offers refreshing citrus, green apple taste with subtle floral notes, providing a bright and sophisticated profile. This wine is known to produce refined bubbles similar to champagne and is crafted using the traditional method. The clean finish of this wine makes it the perfect choice for festive occasions like Christmas or any celebratory toast. The fact that it is a dry style makes it more versatile and hence pairs easily with seafood and appetizers.
Price range for a 750 ml bottle in India: INR 1,000 - 1,500
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This wine is known for its crisp and balanced character with bright fruit flavors and refreshing acidity. Fratelli Noi Sparkling offers subtle notes of pear, fresh apple, and hints of minerality, which gives it a clean palate. This classic bubbly wine is loved for its fine bubbles and smooth mouthfeel, which can easily elevate any festive occasion. Indian wine critics always give this wine high ratings for its appeal for special occasions and consistency. You can easily pair it with a variety of dishes from light canapes to rich meat dishes, and this wine won’t disappoint you!
Price range for a 750 ml bottle in India: INR 900 - 1,200
Sula Brut Tropicale is India’s first and only gold-winning sparkling rosé wine. It is the result of blending Shiraz, Pinot Noir, Chenin Blanc, and Riesling grapes by using the Charmat method. This wine offers amazing tropical fruit aromas like mango, passion fruit, guava, and lychee with peachy and floral undertones. Every sip offers a fresh and vibrant profile with a juicy finish, which makes it the perfect choice for festive occasions like Christmas. The best part about this wine is its rose pink color and fine bubbles. It is best paired with white-sauced pasta, seafood, and light appetizers.
Price range for a 750 ml bottle in India: INR 1,200 - 1,550
Grover Zampa Soiree Brut comes from one of India’s most famous vineyards and is a premium sparkling wine. This wine offers a bright and clear appearance with fine bubbles and lively mousse, which adds to the celebration. Complemented by a crisp and dry palate, this wine offers an aroma of green apple, fresh citrus, and subtle toasty notes. Its refreshing character makes it the perfect sparkling wine for toasting during Christmas celebrations. The wine is food-friendly and hence can be easily paired with all the festive dishes like salads, mild cheeses, and seafood (say from light course to main course).
Price range for a 750 ml bottle in India: INR 1,000 - 1,400
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Chandon Brut is a sparkling wine by Moët Hennessy group’s Indian branch, who are known for combining India’s terroir with international winemaking expertise. The wine offers bright and clean bubbles with an aroma of tropical notes, stone fruits, and subtle floral notes. On the palate, it is fresh with strong flavors of pear, apple, and citrus, which are balanced by a creamy texture. This wine has a reputation for consistent quality and approachability, hence it is a reliable choice for Christmas celebrations. It is versatile in nature and hence can be paired with any Christmas dishes, which include seafood and light desserts.
Price range for a 750 ml bottle in India: INR 1,800 - 2,500
This wine is known for its clean, crisp, and well-balanced profile and is actually a classic Spanish Cava. Freixenet Cordon Negro Brut is made from the traditional grapes like Xarel-lo, Macabeo, and Parellada. It offers bright aromas of citrus, green apple, and floral notes with fine bubbles and lively fizz. Every sip offers fresh flavors of pear, apple, and a hint of ginger with a refreshing finish. The wine is medium-bodied with vibrant acidity, which makes it perfect to be paired with any festive dishes, even sushi and oysters. It comes in an elegant and stylish black bottle, adding glam to your celebrations.
Price range for a 750 ml bottle in India: INR 1,200 - 1,800
Casa Bottega Prosecco Brut is an Italian sparkling wine that is known for its delicate style and freshness. This wine features the aroma of white flowers, fresh citrus, and green apple, along with lively bubbles, which contribute to its overall character. It is well-balanced with slight sweetness, making it a complete crowd-pleaser on festive occasions like Christmas. The refreshing palate and light body of this wine make it versatile enough to be paired with fruity desserts as well as seafood. It is known for its elegant and beautiful bottle, adding a glamorous touch to your celebration.
Price range for a 750 ml bottle in India: INR 1,500 - 2,200
From vibrant Indian sparkling rosés to classic imported Cavas and Proseccos, our picks offer something for every palate and budget. So go and shop now!
