One wine after another – sparklings into spring with the world’s happiest nation

As spring rolls in, our wine preferences tend to lighten up, and sparkling wines step into the spotlight one after another. From proseccos to Sekt, Cava, Crémant, Franciacorta, Champagne and beyond, there’s no shortage of bubbles to suit every mood and moment. New releases always bring a touch of curiosity—and a bit of surprise, too. And honestly, you don’t need much of a reason to pop a bottle. A toast to the world’s happiest nation is reason enough!

               
Brilla! Prosecco Brut and Rosé deliver exactly what you’d expect from the style: fruity, lively, and refreshingly bubbly wines made for good company and easygoing fun.

In the German sparkler This is The Bitch Blanc de Blancs Brut, Pinot Blanc and Riesling come together to create a characterful, slightly cheeky wine with just the right attitude—perfect as a welcome drink or for casual sipping and snacking.

Ackerman Crémant de Loire Brut Nature hails from the Loire Valley, where limestone-rich soils give the wine its backbone. A blend of five grape varieties, it gains nuance and depth from nearly two years aging on the lees (sur lie). This crémant has real grip and flavor to it.

Gérard Bertrand Esprit de Côte des Roses Sparkling Rosé Brut represents Mediterranean rosé at its sparkling best. The producer’s name alone signals quality, and the wine delivers: elegant, stylish, and made for festive moments and celebrations.

A glass of wine:
Brilla! Prosecco Brut. Italy, Veneto 2024. Glera.
Pale yellow; pear-driven on the nose; dry (13 g/l), fresh acidity (5.1 g/l), fruity with a gentle hint of spice.

Brilla! Prosecco Rosé Extra Dry. Italy, Veneto 2024. Glera, Pinot Noir.
Light pink; pear aromas; dry (14 g/l), lively acidity (5.9 g/l), citrusy with wild raspberry notes and a bright finish.

This is The Bitch Blanc de Blancs Brut. Germany. Pinot Blanc, Riesling.
Pale yellow; honeydew on the nose; very dry (8 g/l), crisp acidity (6.2 g/l), lime-tinged and fruit-forward.

Ackerman Crémant de Loire Brut Nature. France, Loire. Vegan.
Pale yellow; fruity aroma; bone dry (3 g/l), fresh acidity (5.2 g/l), with notes of white currant and spice.
Grapes: Cabernet Franc, Grolleau, Pineau d’Aunis, Pinot Noir, Grolleau Gris.

Gérard Bertrand Esprit de Côte des Roses Sparkling Rosé Brut. France. Chardonnay, Grenache, Pinot Noir.
Pale rosé; berry and floral aromas; dry, crisp, fruity, lightly toasty, lively and elegant.

Text and photos: Heikki Remes
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