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Schramsberg Vineyards in Calistoga, California

We have compiled the best previously featured Sparklers that we have tasted, starting with our highest rated wines. This list includes sparkling wines from all over the world, from New Zealand to Argentina and Spain to California.


Schramsberg
1998 J. Schram Rosé
California
16.5/20


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Roederer Estate
Roederer Brut Rosé
Anderson Valley
16/20

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Gloria Ferrer
1996 Carneros Cuvée
Sonoma County, CA
15.5/20

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Schramsberg
Brut Rosé
California
15/20

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Iron Horse Vineyards
2003 Brut Rosé
Sonoma County-Green Valley, CA
14/20

$50
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Segura Viudas
NV Brut Reserva Heredad

Spain
14/20

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Shady Lane
1997 Sparkling Riesling
Leelanau Peninsula, MI
14/20

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Bründlmayer
1997 Sekt
Austria
13.5/20

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Chateau Frank
NV Célèbre
Finger Lakes, NY
13.5/20

$20

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Gloria Ferrer
Blanc de Noirs
Sonoma, CA
13.5/20

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Iron Horse Vineyards
1995 Vrais Amis Sparkling Wine
Sonoma County, CA
13.5/20
$26

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Pacific Echo/Scharffenberger Cellars
1995 Blanc de Blancs
Anderson Valley
13/20

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Seaview
2000 Brut
Australia
13/20

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Gloria Ferrer
Sonoma Brut
Sonoma, CA
12.5/20

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Martini & Rossi
Prosecco
Veneto, Italy
12.5/20

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Mionetto
Il Prosecco
Italy
12.5/20

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Claiborne & Churchill Vintners
1998 Brut Rosé
Central Coast, CA
11/20

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Equinox
1994 Blanc de Blanc Cuvée de Chardonnay
Santa Cruz Mountains, CA
11/20

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Equinox
NV Brut Harmony Cuvée
Sonoma County, CA
11/20


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GAYOT's Top 10 Champagne and sparkling wine lists cover a myriad of styles and types at a variety of price points to make sure everyone can find the perfect bottle of bubbly.

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More About Champagnes & Sparkling Wines

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Whether you've just had your first alluring sip of Champagne or are a seasoned aficionado, GAYOT's Champagne and sparkling wine guides provide something for everyone.

The Origin of Champagne

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Guide to Prestige Cuvées

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