What is the difference between Champagne and Prosecco? Why does Champagne cost so much more than Prosecco, Cava, Lambrusco, and other sparkling wines? What is the Traditional Method \/ M\u00e9thode Champenoise \/ M\u00e9thode traditionelle \/ Champagne Method \/ Metodo Classico and how is it different from other sparkling wine processes, such as Charmat?<\/p>\n
In Episode 31 of The Inside Wine Podcast <\/a>– “Every Sparkling Wine Explained”, Winemaker Alessandro Medici of Medici Ermete winery in Emilia-Romagna, Italy, explains every type of sparkling wine and how each is made — from Champagne to Pet-Nat and everything in between. He is an expert on this subject because — surprise! — he makes Lambrusco in every style discussed.<\/p>\n Among other things, you’ll learn what the following terms mean:<\/p>\n Additionally, you’ll find out why the “tank” method of making sparkling wine is named after Mr. Charmat instead of the inventor of the process, Mr. Martinotti.<\/p>\n Finally, if you listen all the way to the end, you’ll be rewarded with a special code that can be applied for a discount in the Wine365 Boutique<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n