Glass of bubbly: Sparkling options for every budget

Toasting a special occasion with a glass of “bubbly” makes any celebration into a party. Now the excellent range of imported kosher wines means that you are spoilt for choice when selecting a sparkling wine. To help you find the best bottle for your budget, here are some excellent options in at a range of prices. 

Traditional champagnes tend to be the most expensive option. If you’re looking for the real champagne-from-France experience, then try excellent Brut Premier Cru from the Champagne Bonnet-Ponson winery, who have been making champagne for six generations.  

For an equally exquisite drinking experience, at half the price, Yarden’s Blanc de Blancs is made using the traditional champagne method entirely from chardonnay grapes grown in the northern Golan Heights in Israel. The cool climate in the Golan makes it the prime Israeli region for growing the grape varieties needed to make high class champagne style wines. Another great Israeli option is Gilgal Brut, which is made from equal parts of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes, and strictly according to the traditional method. Gilgal Brut is a fantastic option for the price conscious, giving great value for the money. 

If you’d like to venture away from traditional champagne style, then Les Floreales imports a range of Lambrusco wines directly from northern Italy. They offer both traditional red sparkling Lambrusco, as well as a sparkling Lambrusco Rose. If the idea of ‘pink champagne’ appeals to you, Yarden also offers a sparkling Rose. This elegant sparkling wine has good acidity with nice length of flavor (hints of strawberry and orange if you want to show off your wine tasting skills.)