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Champagnes and Sparkling Wines have a long and illustrious history of celebratory events. The drink is characterized by tiny, fizzy bubbles that seem to add effervescence to any personality. Made to be aged for a few to many years, in many languages “Champagne” is synonymous with “party”.

            Champagnes are made from one of three different grape types: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. Blanc de blanc champagnes are made from all white grapes (Chardonnay) and are elegant and fine. Blanc de noirs is produced exclusively from black grapes (Pinot Noir/Pinot Meunier). Blanc de noir is concentrated with strong fruit flavors. If the champagne is not described as either blanc de blanc or blanc de noir, it is most probably a combination of All three grapes.

            Varsity Liquors is excited to offer a vast and delicious selection of champagnes and sparkling wines for your holiday celebrations: Let’s review just a few choice offerings:

            The Moet & Chandon NV Imperial Rose Nectar is red in color and the aromas are intense and deep with ripe berries and cherry, nuanced by herbal and heady flower notes. Rated “best tasting” champagne in a blind taste test, Nectar Imperial is a sensuous champagne permeated with the flavors of candied fruits.

            Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Blue Label is an elegant wine suitable for drinking as an aperitif or for accompanying an entire meal. The wine is pale gold in color, with floral aromas of fruit with a subtle predominance of pear, apple, almonds and hazelnuts. 

            Schramsberg 2005 Blanc de Noirs is made primarily from the red grape, Pinot Noir, and is a complex, medium-bodied, brut sparkling wine.  With proper storage, this sparkling wine will be delicious for many years, even a couple of decades to come. The cool growing season of 2005 give this wine flavors of sweet ginger, white gooseberry, and a dollop of mandarin orange. Aromas of Peach Melba and toasted almond introduce hints of fresh raspberry and Bing cherry.

            Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label is a beautiful golden-yellow, with a foaming necklace of tiny bubbles. It is initially reminiscent of white fruits and raisins, then of vanilla and later of brioche. This wine manages to reconcile two opposing factors-forcefulness and finesse-and hold them in perfect balance. 

            The N.V. Pol Roger Champagne Extra Cuvee Reserve is very crisp with a touch of almond, grapefruit and apple. With a golden straw hue and fine bubbles, this wine offers a bouquet of floral and fruity aromas.

            Lastly, let us not forget the Dom... The Dom Perignon Champagne is the definition of exquisite luxury and taste. First introduced in 1936, the Dom Perignon name has become synonymous with class and stature.  This champagne is only produced in exceptional vintage; in 2 styles, the Brut and the Brut Rose. 

            All of these champagnes and sparkling wines are available at Varsity Liquors, located at 687 N. Green River Road. We look forward to seeing you!