MAISON DU SUD CHARDONNAY BLANC (FRANCE)

This affordable French sparkling wine is quite sweet on the nose, with aromas of apples and pears. On the palate, it is quite dry with crisp apple flavors and a little bit of yeast on the finish.

Demi–sec, meaning “medium-dry” or “half dry,” this French sparkler has notes of candied citrus peel, ginger and honey. Extremely versatile on its own, with fruit or cheese, and as a base for a cocktail.