Under Pressure: The Craft and Chemistry of Sparkling Wine. How do the world’s finest bubbles get into your glass? We explore the science, regions, and traditions of sparkling wine.

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 From royal courts in 17th-century France to today’s celebrations around the world, sparkling wine has captured attention for centuries. In this episode of The Wine Lab, host Andreea Botezatu explains how sparkling wines are made, from traditional Champagne techniques to Prosecco’s Charmat method and beyond. We’ll look at the role of secondary fermentation, explore different sweetness levels, highlight the major regions producing sparkling wine, and share the story of La Veuve Clicquot, the woman who changed sparkling wine production forever. 

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