Glossary

Methode Champenoise

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Traditional bottle-fermented sparkling wine method.

Full Definition

Methode Champenoise (traditional method, methode traditionnelle) creates sparkling wine through secondary fermentation in the bottle. Base wine is bottled with yeast and sugar; fermentation creates bubbles; wines age on lees; riddling collects sediment; disgorgement removes it. Only Champagne can use the term 'methode champenoise' - others say 'traditional method.'

Related Terms

traditional method champagne riddling

See Also

charmat disgorgement

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