Champagne

Premium Champagne From Barbank

Sparkling bubbles, fine texture, freshness, gorgeous golden color, and incredible nuanced taste—Champagne is the perfect way to celebrate. Whether you’re buying a special bottle for a milestone, or toasting a glass to everyday blessings, Barbank’s selection of Champagne includes the bottle you’re looking for. Premium Champagne, rare Champagne, and high-quality affordable Champagne are waiting for you online at Barbank. 

What Is Premium Champagne?

A type of fine sparkling wine made in the Champagne region of France, this is an indulgence with a long list of prerequisites. From the geographical location of the vintner, to the special method of double fermentation, premium French Champagne can’t easily be replicated. Wines made in other regions might be extremely similar to Champagne, but unless they fulfill the appellation requirements, they can’t use its esteemed title on their label.

Where Does Champagne Come From?

Champagne comes exclusively from the Champagne region of France, located in the northeastern corner of the country, close to the Belgian border. The soil in this area has a chalky quality due to its high limestone content, which lends Champagne grapes their characteristic mineral flavor. 

What Grape Is Premium Champagne Made From?

Premium Champagne is made from three primary grapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. The latter two are the only types of red grapes that grow in this region, adding to the singularity and specificity of fine Champagne. Chardonnay produces Blanc de Blanc, which is made purely from white grapes.

What is the Unique Fermentation Process?

Like wine, champagne is bottled, however it also has added wine, sugar, and yeast in each Champagne bottle. Then the bottles are stored horizontally to let the second fermentation process begin. The process officially begins when the yeast takes the sugar and outputs alcohol and carbon dioxide in its place.

How Many Calories Are In Champagne? 

Most types of Champagne contain around 90 calories per serving, though some sweeter varieties can extend up into the 120s. Regardless, Champagne is one of the lowest-calorie wines available. 

How Much Sugar Is In Champagne? 

The drier the Champagne, the less sugar. So, a Brut nature Champagne has essentially no sugar at all, while a Doux Champagne has a couple of teaspoons per glass. 

What Are The Different Types of Premium Champagne? 

While all Champagne shares a region of origin, they don’t all share the same qualities and quirks.

Brut nature: 

This is the driest option with essentially zero sugar and an acid-forward profile.

Extra brut:  

Very dry with a hint of sweetness, this variety pairs well with savory foods.

Brut (dry)

It’s quite dry, lightly sweet, and the most common Champagne.

Extra dry: 

Slightly sweet with almond notes, this type pairs with cheese and seafood.

Dry: 

Somewhat sweet, dry wines are also known as “secco.”

Demi-sec: 

They’re sweet, fruity, and pair with semi-sweet desserts.

Doux: 

Very sweet, this wine pairs best with salty snacks or cake.

What Are The Top Premium Champagne Brands? 

Peruse all your favorite premium Champagne brands with Barbank—we carry popular and some of the finest champagne brands like Luc Belaire, Freixenet, Dom Pérignon, Veuve Clicquot, Chandon, vintage Champagne, and many more.

What Are Some Popular Drinks You Can Make With Premium Champagne? 

Enjoy a refreshing glass of Champagne all on its own or create one of these classic Champagne cocktails.

Mimosa – No brunch is complete without a pitcher of orange juice and champagne.

Aperol Spritz – Aperol, Champagne, and orange make for an incredibly satisfying sip.

French 75 – This boozy treat combines gin, Champagne, lemon, and sugar in a bubbly, delectable concoction.

Bellini – Champagne and peach puree are the only two ingredients in a bellini—it’s practically a fruit salad.

Why Buy Champagne Online?

It’s simple, really—because your favorite drink can come to you, no effort added.

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Incredible convenience

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How To Buy Rare Champagne Online With Barbank

Peruse our wines and spirits

Sit back and scroll through our online selection of spirits and wines, including rare vintage wines. Put as many bottles in your cart as you’d like—shipping is a flat $15, no matter what. 

Send in your order

Enter your information, and click “order.” It really is as easy as that. 

Relax and receive 

Forget about stressful trips to the store. Just clear some space in your home bar and wait for your delivery. We’ll keep you updated until your order arrives.