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Is Aldi Prosecco Actually Any Good? A Professional’s Verdict

Think budget Prosecco can't be good? We're setting the record straight on why your supermarket's sparkling selection is a smarter buy than you think.

Natalya Watson · May 25, 2026 · 7 min read

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sparkling wine · Wine & Champagne

Is Champagne Wine? The Truth About Bubbles and Labels

Yes, Champagne is unequivocally a wine. It is a specific, highly regulated style of sparkling wine produced in France, and it’s time to stop…

May 25, 2026 · Karan Dhanelia · 8 min

sparkling wine · Wine & Champagne

Stop Buying Bad Bubbles: The Best Sparkling Wine Under $20

Stop treating the sparkling wine aisle like a lottery. We break down the technical markers you need to find the best bottle for under…

May 25, 2026 · Madeline Puckette · 7 min

beverage industry · sparkling wine

Stop Calling Chapel Down ‘English Champagne’: The Truth About Kent’s Fizz

Think Chapel Down is just a budget Champagne copycat? Think again. We explore why English sparkling wine is a unique, high-acid powerhouse that deserves…

May 25, 2026 · Melissa Cole · 7 min

sparkling wine · Wine & Champagne

Is Asti Champagne? The Truth About Italy’s Famous Sweet Bubbles

Many drinkers confuse the sweet, aromatic Italian Asti with French Champagne. We explain the difference and why its sweetness is a technical achievement.

May 25, 2026 · Madeline Puckette · 7 min

sparkling wine · Wine & Champagne

Is Asti Spumante Sweet? The Truth About Italy’s Iconic Sparkling

Yes, Asti Spumante is sweet, and that's exactly why you should be drinking it. We look at the production, the pairings, and why it…

May 25, 2026 · Natalya Watson · 7 min

sparkling wine · Wine & Champagne

Champagne vs. Still Wine: Which Actually Hits Harder?

Think Champagne hits harder than a glass of red? Think again. We break down the chemistry behind the bubbles to settle the alcohol debate…

May 25, 2026 · Ryan Chetiyawardana · 8 min