Picky, picky, picky are those folks in a little town in France that make some of the finest sparkling wines in the world. But hey, they have a right to be. They have a process that has been proven to delight our taste buds and heighten our senses for centuries. Champagne! Even the name sounds rich. In the season of celebrations, lots of bottles will be popped and the bubbles will fly. But not all can afford to let the Champagne flow. Thankfully, there are some great alternatives. Each year for Mother's Day, we enjoy brunch with mimosas. Now when I have Champagne, I won't add orange juice. So I typically opt for a Cava, Spain's offering to sparkling wines. Made mostly of xarel-lo, it is traditionally made in the champenoise method. Because of its citrus notes, I think it is perfect with mimosas. Another option is Prosecco, grown from grapes primarily from the Veneto region of Italy. Like Champagne, it is a great aperitif. Can I be frank? Most of us who do not study wine or make this a part of our daily lives cannot blind taste the difference between Champagne, Cava, or Prosecco, and that's being real. But where we all can see the difference is the price tag. Cava and Prosecco are far more budget friendly. So when you are celebrating with friends, family, at a wedding, or just because it's Monday, you don't have to bust the bank account. Try a Cava or Prosecco. Ain't nothing wrong with ballin' on a budget!
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