Sparkling

There’s a reason we reach for sparkling wine in life’s big moments. That bright effervescence. The sound of the cork. It feels like something’s about to begin. Celebration, anticipation, transformation, all wrapped in one rising stream of bubbles.

At The Reserve Cellar, we see sparkling wine as a passport. One that takes you from the rolling vineyards of Franciacorta to the coastal hills of Victoria with no boarding pass required.

Start with Prosecco, the beloved Italian classic. Light, floral and joyfully drinkable, it’s made using the Charmat method. It’s fermented in large tanks to preserve its fresh, fruity style. It’s the reason a Bellini tastes like summer in a glass. Expect notes of green apple, pear and citrus which is ideal for daytime sipping or aperitivo hour.

Then there’s Cava, Spain’s quiet treasure. A traditional-method wine, like Champagne, but often aged even longer on its lees, giving it surprising depth. Grown mostly in Spain’s Penedès region, its balance of dry texture and subtle nuttiness makes it an elegant sparkling wine gift option.

If you lean toward precision and elegance, you’ll discover Chardonnay Sparkling. It’s all citrus zest, white blossom and mineral backbone, and often more versatile than people expect. Did you know it pairs beautifully with fried chicken, triple cream cheese, and even buttered popcorn? Chardonnay Sparkling is a favourite for good reason.

For those searching for the best sparkling wine, we suggest looking past labels and asking: what moment deserves a little magic? It’s not just for New Year’s or weddings. It’s also for the slow weekend, the just-because dinner, the handwritten note. And when you gift a bottle, it says more than “cheers.” It says “I thought of you.”

The best bottles don’t need a reason. If you’re gifting or gathering, curating or celebrating, let every pour take you somewhere new.