Tag: French wine

While often attributed to sulfites, the cause of wine-induced headaches is far more complex and involves multiple factors within the winemaking process. Many wine lovers claim that French wines, in particular, are less likely to trigger a headache compared to New World wines.

Sparkling wine sales have skyrocketed in recent years, with Italy's Prosecco enjoying a surge in global popularity as an affordable alternative to French Champagne. But beyond the price point, is Prosecco better than Champagne, or is the prestige of Champagne truly worth the cost? This guide dives deep into the differences to help you choose the best bubbly for your palate and budget.

According to trade data, global Prosecco production surpassed Champagne's for the first time in 2013, highlighting the immense popularity of the Italian bubbly. The long-standing debate—is Champagne better than Prosecco?—is less about objective quality and more about distinct characteristics and intended use, influenced by geography, grapes, and production method.

Gratsi wines are known for their zero-sugar profile, a fact that raises questions about their alcohol content. So, what is the alcohol in Gratsi wine? The answer is ethanol, with the alcohol by volume (ABV) typically ranging from 11.5% to 13.5% across their various blends, a standard range for table wines.