different sparkling winemaking Methods

Tank “Charmat” Method

EXAMPLE: Prosecco, Lambrusco

BUBBLES: Medium-size, spritzy
bubbles and 2–4 atmospheres of
pressure

Traditional method

EXAMPLE: Champagne, Cava,
Crémant, US sparkling wine, Metodo
Classico (Italy), Cap Classique (South
Africa)

BUBBLES: Small, persistent bubbles
and 6–7 atmospheres of pressure