Ring in the New Year in style with these fine bubblies.
Whether you are looking for a splurge-worthy Champagne, a Prosecco from Italy, or a Crémant from Burgundy or the Loire, these sparkling wines are the perfect way to welcome 2023.
Available at the LCBO:
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Bailly Lapierre Réserve Brut Crémant de Bourgogne
Burgundy, France
VINTAGES#: 991562, $22.95 SHOP »»
"Inviting, white floral and softly fruited nose. Delicate but well defined, with green apple, elderflower and peach touches on the palate. Light and elegant style, perfect as an apéritif to catch the nuance and delicacy of flavour [...]. The easiest-drinking in the producer's large and successful range of twelve crémants. Drinking Window 2021-2024." Score: 92 Pts. - Georgina Hindle, Decanter. Tasted May 31, 2021.
Brilla! Prosecco
Veneto, Italy
VINTAGES#: 13836, $19.95 SHOP »»
This floral, fresh wine shows a nice crisp palate. There's good complexity for the style, with apple, pear and peach tones. This Prosecco is crafted to offer wide appeal and will be perfect for seafood appetizers. Score: 93 Pts. Luca Maroni, April 1, 2019. [Luca Maroni did not include a tasting note.]
Champagne Victoire Brut Prestige
Champagne, France
ON SALE NOW! Save $3.00. Sale ends: January 1, 2023.
LCBO#: 190025, $41.95 SHOP »»
AVAILABLE CHILLED
"There is a fairly complex nose of dried pear, lemon, toast and vague crème brulée custard. It's light to mid-weight with bracing acidity, a hint of sweetness and a slightly pasty finish. The length is excellent." Score: 90 Pts. - David Lawrason, Wine Align.
Champagne Moutard Grande Cuvée
Champagne, France
LCBO#: 25900, $45.85 SHOP »»
"Toast and a sweep of sweet brioche opens the nose of this blanc de noirs, 100% Pinot Noir from the heavy clay, limestone-laced soils of Buxeuil and Polisy in the Côte des Bar. The Moutard family have been making wine since the 17th century, and this is their flagship wine. Thirty-six months on the lees, this full and toasty NV draws cherry and nuts along a creamy, doughy palate. A pin-prickling acidity lifts the weight to a lingering finish. A richer style, to pair with protein, at an excellent price." Score: 90 Pts. - Treve Ring, Wine Align.
Charles Gardet Prestige Brut Champagne 2006
Champagne, France
VINTAGES#: 14645, $89.95 SHOP »»
"This is a beautifully mature Champagne, rich in secondary flavours, while at the same time keeping great fruits and acidity. The wine is finely balanced, rich with its house style of a good dosage to encourage softness. Drink this wine now. This wine will continue to drink through 2023." Score - 92 Pts. - Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, December 1, 2020.
Gran Passione Prosecco DOC Spumante
Veneto, Italy
LCBO#: 16392, $15.95 SHOP »»
AVAILABLE CHILLED
Botter is a key player in the Italian wine export market and the family behind the Gran Passione label. This sparkling wine from the Veneto region displays pretty orchard blossom aromas and bright citrus notes on the palate.
Champagne Victoire Brut Rosé
Champagne, France
ON SALE NOW! Save $4.00. Sale ends: January 1, 2023.
LCBO#: 16396, $45.35 SHOP »»
AVAILABLE CHILLED
An elegant Champagne made with Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier grapes. Deep salmon in colour this very attainable Champagne shows wonderful aromas of black cherry, strawberry and raspberry fruit with light floral notes. Fruity with a harmonious balance on the palate and a refreshing, lively finish.
Clos du Château de Bligny 6 Cépages Brut Nature Champagne
Champagne, France
VINTAGES#: 21300, $110.95 SHOP »»
"This wine provides a reminder that Champagne is not just Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. In addition, this blend incorporates Arbane, Pinot Blanc and Petit Meslier. The resulting wine is ripe, perfumed and full of concentrated creamed-apple flavours allied to tight acidity. It is ready to drink." Score: 93 Pts. - Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, December 1, 2018.
De Chanceny Crémant De Loire Brut Rosé
Loire, France
LCBO#: 211466, $21.30 SHOP »»
AVAILABLE CHILLED
Lovely pink colour with brilliant highlights. Fine, persistent bead. Freshness and finesse: fine, lively bouquet with fresh, red-berry fruit aromas (wild strawberries and cherries). Lively initial impression on the palate and good aromatic intensity. Well-balanced on the palate, following through with a fresh, wonderfully subtle aftertaste.
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