Champagne in Kazakhstan

Champagne in Kazakhstan has long been synonymous with holidays and noisy feasts, without his support it is difficult to imagine a meeting of the New Year or a birthday celebration. But not every fan is familiar with the fact that champagne is only the type of sparkling wine, and not every “friend” can bear this proud name.

Let’s meet. Champagne – sparkling wine made in the French champagne region (and only there) by double digestion of the drink. The French managed to assert its historical leadership in the beverage industry, as well as to secure for itself the right to produce “real champagne”.

The story of the creation of champagne or the taming of the shrew

Some sources assign the opening of the sparkling wine Dom Pierre Perignon, who lived in the 17th century. Certainly, his merits in development and promotion of the drink is difficult to overestimate, but the true pioneers were the servants of the Abbey Saint-Hilaire. Their recipe is not stored classified as “secret” and was quite simple. Effervescence is achieved by additional fermentation of white wine ready, to which was added the sugar, then the mixture was sealed and left to ferment for the whole winter. The result is not always possible to predict: some of the bottles exploded prematurely, others had pungent flavor of yeast. But among the survivors were those that were intoxicating with its subtle aroma and delicate taste. Such copies and won the heart of Dom, which took several decades to “Refine” the recipe. The production of champagne was fraught with many secrets that were disclosed only after the death of the master. Among them and to use bottles with thick glass (English), and the particular grape blend, and the “gain” tube rope. This sparkling has become a real hallmark of the champagne region.

Over the years the wine has become so popular that everyone wanted to join his production, and wine began to be produced around the world. But in each country it had its own name, as the Madrid Treaty of 1891, the name “champagne” is reserved for the eponymous region of France. In other French regions champagne sparkling Cremant replace, in the Spanish drink Cava, Germany Sekt and Italy – spumante or prosecco.

The differences between champagne and sparkling wine

Champagne is synonymous with luxury, prosperity and excellent taste. If you want to emphasize the status of your event, prefer real champagne, not his “younger brother” sparkling wines. Although bottles and foam sprays these wines are similar, the differences are still significant.

Composition. For the production of champagne using only the following grape varieties: Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and white Chardonnay. While, for the production of sparkling wine can be used to combine different varieties.

Homeland. Original produced in the French region of champagne.

Homeland. Original produced in the French region of champagne.

Method. Use only the production of classic method. The production process of sparkling wine – not so categorical. Use: classic, Charm or even carbonation.

Types of champagne

As for still wines, the sparkling (and champagne is no exception) has its own classifications: sugar content, color, vintage/non-vintage.

For sweetness: doux (sweet), demi-sec (semi-dry), sec (dry), extra sec (extra dry), brut (almost completely dry), extra brut (no sugar added).

Colors divides the wine red, pink and white.

If the bottle is not flagged as “vintage”, it is a white label. It is made from a blend of grapes from different years. While vintage — wine from the berries one year.

A bottle of champagne and rules for submission

Of course, more familiar to our eye is a standard bottle (750ml), but the types of containers for champagne does not end there. Next in popularity are 1.5 l magnums and 3l “Jeroboam”, and about a dozen different shapes and sizes, the largest of which is a 30 liter Melchizedek.

Champagne is a very delicate drink, and incorrectly selected temperature (high) may be detrimental to the level of “more”. The drink should be cooled to a temperature of 6-8°C. But not in the freezer, the best would be a bucket of ice and water. Remember that supercooled champagne completely deprived of taste and flavor, why not try to freeze it. Champagne — the best of the aperitif before the main meal. However, if you want to combine champagne with food, it is necessary to remember the basic principle – dry to acidic and salty dishes, sweet desserts and fruits.

Popular champagne in Kazakhstan

Our compatriots are happy to include champagne in your festive menu. The most popular types of champagne in Kazakhstan are:

Laurent-Perrier DemiSec – elite drink. Delicate taste and unforgettable complex bouquet and noble gold color. Fine French champagne is often chosen as a gift.

Laurent-Perrier Cuvee Rose is unique in every way: production (it is “born” in pink), bottle design, taste. Mild flavor and berry aroma.

Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle. One of the best champagnes in the world. Rich refreshing taste and a long citrus aroma.

Balanced and bright Laurent-Perrier Millesime. The richness of aroma (floral and honey notes), unforgettable taste and long aftertaste.

Laurent-Perrier Brut is the business card of the house Laurent-Perrier. Fresh, elegant, best.