Tag: Champagne vs wine

According to research published on *Glass of Bubbly*, sparkling wine often contains fewer calories than still red or white wine. But does this single metric answer the question: is sparkling wine better than wine? The answer is more complex, depending on personal taste, health goals, and the intended occasion.

A 2003 study revealed that the carbon dioxide in sparkling wine, like champagne, causes alcohol to be absorbed into the bloodstream faster than in still drinks. This surprising fact challenges the notion that a glass of champagne is equal to a glass of wine purely based on alcohol content.

While many believe champagne is stronger, its typical alcohol by volume (ABV) of around 12% is actually comparable to or even lower than many still wines. The common misconception that champagne is higher in alcohol than wine is often influenced by its carbonation, which affects absorption.