Sparkling Wine Flavor Varieties
The classification of sparkling wines in terms of dryness is a bit confusing, but a basic knowledge of the involved terms should help you choose the best sparkling wine in the market. You should remember that “dry” and “sweet” sparkling wines are exact opposites. Brut is extremely dry, making it the popular choice for food pairings. Extra dry is a bit moderate, perfect for samplings and hoer d’oeuvres. Demi-sec is sweet, the ideal pairing for fruits and desserts. As is always the case with wines, the food pairing will depend on the wine’s dryness. If you can’t stomach the drier varietals, then you should try out demi-sec first and see how you’ll fare.
