The Best Sparkling Wines
From all over the world
Today there are sparkling wines from all over the world – they are being experimented with in all wine-growing regions, and very successfully in some. The most famous example is undoubtedly England, which has made a name for itself in recent years with first-class pricklers. As the Falstaff Trophy shows, first class sparkling wines can also be found in California or South Africa, for example. The role model is and almost always remains the Champagne, this can be clearly seen in the style of the wines. However, this does not harm the enjoyment in any way
Legend
95 – 100 classics
93 – 94 excellent
91– 92 excellent
88– 90 very good
85 – 87 recommended
Report by Falstaff – special edition Sparkling Spezial December 2021
1. Place
2013 L’Ermitage Brut
Roederer Estate
Philo, California
95 points
Brilliant golden yellow. Complex bouquet of almond brioche, lemon confit, currant and a touch of blossom honey. Finely balanced, refreshing acidity, delicate mousseux and the full-bodied center of the palate beguile. The long finale is accompanied by a large arc of tension with a clear mineral finish and a slight ginger sharpness. Great elegance.
1. Place ex aequo
2013 Tillington Single Vineyard Nyetimber
West Chiltington, England
95 points
Shining golden yellow. Vanilla cream, lemon jam, some biscuit and blossom honey determine the complex bouquet. Full-bodied, profound palate impression with mineral finesse and a delicate acid curve. A little guy of great length and complexity. Great food companion with potential
2. Place
2015 Gusbourne Blanc de Blanc
Brut Gusbourne
Appledore, England
94+ points
Silvery golden yellow with green reflections. Complex scent of crème caramel, yeast plait and yellow apple, with air
herbaceous undertones, citrus zest. Full-bodied, tightly woven texture on the palate underlaid with delicate mousseux, piquant acidity and white pepper. In the long finish, impressive, youthful tension from a fresh, salty sea breeze. Convincing!
3. Place
2015 Graham Beck Cuvée Clive Graham Beck Robertson, Western Cape
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94 points
Subtle, elegant bouquet with notes of citrus fruits, yellow stone fruits and ripe apples. There is also a hint of bouillon, citrus fruits and green apple. On the palate, ripe, juicy acidity, nice melting, aroma of honey, citrus fruits and a little caramel. Mineral, long finish
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3. Place
2009 L’Ermitage Brut Rosé Roederer Estate
Philo, California
94 points
Light salmon red with copper engraving. Attractive complex nose, ripe wild strawberries, blood orange zest, lemon thyme, delicate pink biscuit and candied almond. Tight draw, energetically charged acidity, richly structured body with a lot of melt in the mouth, elegant mousse., Spicy aftertaste of grapefruit. Amazing freshness, very harmonious with long-lasting taste on the palate. Unique!
3. Place
2016 Gusbourne Rosé Gusbourne Appledore, England
94 points
Bright copper color. Inviting ripe fruit bouquet, black cherries, lingonberries and rooibos. Substantial draw on the palate with a skilful interplay of the finest acidic nerves, minerality and mousse. Complex rosé with an elegant finish and a long finish. Simply great.
3. Place
2013 Blanc de Blancs
Nyetimber West Chiltington, England
94 points
Luminous gold with silvery reflections. Delicate aromas of butter brioche, a pickled lime and nuances of linden blossom and marzipan. The finest perlage caresses the palate, at the same time dense and powerful with a good drinking flow and mineral background. Full mouthwashing character with a tense, bitter touch. Impressively youthful.
4. Platz
2016 Gusbourne Brut Reserve Gusbourne Appledore, England
93 points
Brilliant golden yellow. In the fragrant prelude, brioche, roasted almonds, fresh citrus zest, hint of blossom honey Mineral, chalky on the palate, juicy, delicate acidity, elegant mousseux. In the long finale, youthful elegance with tasty freshness and a citric kick.
4. Place
Leopard’s Leap Culinaria Brut Méthode Cap Classique NV Leopard’s Leap Franschhoek, Western Cape
93 points
Elegant fruit aromas on the nose with notes of yellow stone fruit, ripe apple, citrus and exotic fruits. In addition, hints of butter toast and white pepper. Filigree on the palate, with ripe acidity and fine perlage. Aromatic fresh, with ripe yellow apple, buttery hints and subtle citrus fruit. Long finish on Mirabelle.
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4. Place
2016 Silverthorn Jewel Box Silverthorn Wines
Robertson, Western Cape
93 points
Medium golden yellow. Nice ripeness with notes of roasted almonds, nougat and nuances of red berries, with nuances of spice. Characterized by a fine, creamy perlage on the palate. Of medium stature with juicy acidity and a long finish on nougat
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4. Place
The Genie Rosé Brut NV Silverthorn Wines
Robertson, Western Cape
93 points
Medium pink. On the nose notes of berries, cherries and summer flowers. Characterized by a fine, creamy perlage on the palate. Noticeable dosage, ripe acidity, notes of cassis. Ends long.
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5. Place
2017 La Motte Brut La Motte Franschhoek / Franschhoek Valley
92 points
Fruity bouquet with notes of citrus fruits, ripe apples and yellow stone fruits. In addition, hints of honey and apricot jam. On the palate, fine acidity and beautiful melt, fine perlage and aroma of local pome fruit and citrus. Saline grace with a long finish
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Brut MCC – 2017
CHF 32.90 instead of CHF 39.00
5. Place
2014 Graham Beck Brut Zero Graham Beck Robertson, Western Cape
92 points
Light golden yellow. Pleasantly ripe on the nose with notes of nut nougat, roasted almonds and brioche, with ripe citrus fruits and apple. On the palate of a rather subtle but lively, photos: Soo Photography, provided with fine perlage. Medium adhesion, ripe acidity, long aftertaste with herbal notes.
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Brut Zero Dosage- 2014
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5. Platz
2017 Silverthorn The Green Man Silverthorn Wines Robertson, Western Cape
92 points
Light golden yellow. Rich and sweet on the nose with notes of light stone fruits, ripe citrus fruits, acacia honey, green apple and nuances of brio. Elegant and balanced on the palate with fine bubbles, a juicy overall impression and a certain tartness in the long finish.
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SILVERTHORN
MCC The Green Man – 2017
CHF 26.90 instead of CHF 39.90
5. Platz
2012 Tokara Blanc de Blanc Vintage Tokara Stellenbosch, Elgin
92 points
Light golden yellow. Intense nose with notes of ripe citrus fruits, yeast as well as pastries and apple nuances. Very elegant on the palate with fine bubbles, ripe acidity, ripe citrus notes and a mineral finish. Leaves a salty impression
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5. Place
Quartet Brut Roederer Estate Philo, California
92 points
Radiant yellow gold. Refreshing bouquet of lime zest, white peach, mint, delicate smoky notes. Lively mousseux in the mouth, harmoniously balanced acidity, a lot of pressure on the palate, underlaid with ginger sharpness. Juicy, saline finish with a good length. Tasty.
5. Place
Nyetimber Rosé Brut NV Nyetimber West Chiltington, England
92 points
Brilliant old pink with orange reflections. On the nose, ripe, red fruits of sweet cherries and raspberry compote, flanked by candied almonds. In the mouth, juicy texture with a piquant acidic nerve and a delicate sweet tail, soft mousse. In the finale, refreshingly salty with tasty, fading wild strawberry
6. Platz
L’Ormarins Brut NV
Anthonij Rupert Franschhoek, Western Cape
91 points
Subtle bouquet with notes of ripe yellow apple, orange zest, grapefruit and exotic fruits. In addition, hints of apricot tart. On the palate, juicy acidity, fine bubbles and aromas of citrus fruits, ripe pomaceous fruit and exotic hints. Medium-long finish.
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L`ORMARINS
Brut NV
CHF 15.90 instead of 22.90
6. Place
Graham Beck Brut NV
Graham Beck Robertson, Western Cape
91 points
Elegant bouquet with notes of kiwi, citrus fruits and yellow stone fruits. In addition, yeasty and exotic notes. On the palate, ripe acidity, fine bubbles, aromas of citrus fruits and ripe apples and mango. Long, mineral-like finish.
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MCC Brut NV
CHF 16.90 instead of 24.00
6. Place
Steenberg 1682 Pinot Noir Cap Classique
Steenberg Vineyards
Steenberg, Western Cape
91 points
Fruity-floral bouquet with notes of red berries, grapefruit and ripe apple. In addition, hints of physalis and bright flowers. On the palate, a nice interplay between sweetness and acidity, fine mousse and aroma of red berries, citrus and a touch of the exotic. Long, fresh finish.
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STEENBERG
1682 Rosé Pinot Noir MCC NV
CHF 17.90 instead of 29.90
6. Place
2013 L’Ormarins Blanc de Blanc Anthonij Rupert Franschhoek, Coastal Region
91 points
Light lemon yellow. In the nose, accentuated citrus with lemon notes, subtle green apple. Initially a bit effervescent on the palate with notes of apple and yeast. Rather slim overall impression. Ends medium length.
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L`ORMARINS
Brut Blanc De Blanc – 2013
CHF 16.90 instead of 24.90
6. Place
L’Ormarins Brut NV Rosé Anthonij Rupert
Franschhoek, Western Cape
91 points
On the nose, nice fruity aromas with notes of grapefruit, green apple and yellow stone fruit. In addition, subtle yeast notes. Ripe acidity, pleasant tartness and fine bubbles on the palate. Aromas of citrus fruits, peach and pear. Medium-long finish.
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L`ORMARINS
Brut Rosé NV
CHF 15.90 instead of 22.90
6 . Place
Quartet Rosé Brut
Roederer Estate Philo, California
91 points
Luminous copper color. Fruity red berries, saffron, yeast touch and delicate floral tones in the bouquet. Smooth mousseux, pointed acidity lie creamy on the palate. In the finale, citrus fruit that adheres well, hearty, phenolic hints. Juicy impressive length. A fine accompaniment to meals.
6. Place
2016 Graham Beck Blanc de Blancs
Graham Beck Robertson, Robertson
91 points
Medium green yellow. Bread crust on the nose, subtle fenugreek and honey. A fine mousse on the palate with chalky and fruity nuances of light stone fruits. Ends in medium length with a certain piquancy.
Killer Deal – from 6 bottles
GRAHAM BECK
Blanc De Blancs – 2016
CHF 24.90 instead of 32.00
6. Place
2015 L’Ormarins Brut Rosé Anthonij Rupert
Franschhoek, Western Cape
91 points
Delicate salmon pink. Subtle fruity aromas on the nose with notes of citrus, pear, apple and exotic fruits. With a touch of cassis. On the palate, juicy acidity and fine bubbles, aromas of citrus fruits, red berries and green apples. Medium-long finish.
Killer Deal – from 6 bottles
L`ORMARINS
Brut Rosé – 2015
CHF 16.90 instead of 24.00
6. Platz
Nyetimber Classic Cuvée Brut NV Nyetimber West Chiltington, England
91 points
Silvery light gold with green reflections. Tender biscuit notes, pure claw and herbal spices from fennel seeds in the bouquet.
Very fine mousseux. Refreshing flow on the palate with a delicately juicy acid structure and a mineral touch. Pleasant citrus fruit aftertaste. Straight, adhesive and gripping finish.
7. Place
Graham Beck Rose NV
Graham Beck Robertson, Western Cape
90 points
Subtle bouquet with notes of red berries and citrus as well as yellow stone fruit. There are also hints of honey. Ripe acidity, creamy texture and fine perlage on the palate. Aroma of green apple, citrus fruits and a hint of the exotic. Long finish.
Killer Deal – from 6 bottles
GRAHAM BECK
Brut Rosé NV
CHF 16.90 instead of 24.00
7. Place
Steenberg 1682 Chardonnay Cape
Classique Steenberg Vineyards Steenberg, Western Cape
90 points
Rather light golden yellow. Pleasantly ripe fruity on the nose with notes of light stone fruits, ripe citrus fruits, subtle nut nougat. On the palate of medium fullness and pleasant structure with ripe acidity, medium-fine perlage and mineral-salty aftertaste.
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STEENBERG
Chardonnay MCC NV
CHF 16.90 instead of 24.90
7. Place
2016 Klein Constantia MCC Brut Klein Constantia Constantia, Constantia
90 points
Light golden yellow. On the nose, accentuated citrus with notes of ripe citrus and citrus blossoms, subtle notes of pastry and nougat. Fresh on the palate with notes of citrus and apple. Ends medium length.
KLEIN CONSTANTIA
MCC Brut – 2016
CHF 33.00
7. Place
Pongracz Rosé Sekt NV Distell Stellenbosch, South Africa
90 points
Salmon pink with copper reflections. Red fruity background of wild strawberries, raspberries and blood oranges on the nose. Juicy, firm texture, lively mousseux and pleasant acidity. Harmoniously fading fruit sweetness with a bitter touch sticks well. Stimulating aperitif.
PONGRÁCZ
Brut Rosé NV
CHF 22.90
7. Place
Pongracz Sekt NV
Distell Stellenbosch, South Africa
90 points
Bright gold with green reflections. Delicate aromas of mirabelle plums, pickled citrus fruit, vanilla cream and a hint of lime blossom. Fine mousseux. Fruit-based acidity and an invigorating salt foundation on the palate. Charming and complex with a spicy long finish.
PONGRÁCZ
Brut NV
CHF 19.90
8. Platz
Graham Beck Bliss NV
Graham Beck Robertson, Western Cape
89 points
Fruity bouquet with notes of grapefruit, red berries and exotic fruits. In addition, hints of dried pineapple and mango. Ripe acidity on the palate, clearly noticeable residual sugar, aroma of yellow apple, strawberry and citrus fruits. Medium-long finish.
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