30 Sparkling Wines That Will Be Your Go-To Summer Drinks

This summer, we will aim to treat ourselves better than we have in the past. Summer is for celebrations, spending more time with friends, and carving out some well-deserved me-time in the sun. There is no better way to celebrate a summer of love, health, and self-recognition than by popping open a bottle of bubbly.

With countless varieties of sparkling wine that hail from a multitude of regions, each type boasts its own notes, flavors, and aromas that can elevate any event or situation. Even if you aren't a wine connoisseur, we know that you'll love several of these Champagnes, sparkling Moscatos, and bubbly reds that we've scoured the web for.

When you go to pick out a new bottle of bubbly, what do you look for? Organic ingredients, dry texture, or just a cool bottle? All are valid answers. However, the best way to find the perfect sparkling wine for you is to first consider the flavors you like. Do you prefer citrusy, creamy, sweet, or fruity wines? Maybe you lean more toward yeasty or nutty wines. Once you have that down, you'll think about the occasion. Lighter wines are best for brunch and patio lunches, heavier wines are better for dinner. A pro tip, as recommended by Marketview Liquor: try not to let the price, brand, age, or artwork on the bottle of the wine dictate what you choose right away.

Choosing the "best" sparkling wine is not the simplest task. In fact, we're pretty sure that it's impossible. There are so many great options out there and with so many different preferences for flavors, textures, and aromas, everyone has a different opinion. A five-star wine for your mother may be a one-star wine for you. This is why we've created 30 separate categories to try to cover all of our bases.

In this article, we searched high and low for the most talked-about sparkling wines from a variety of regions that are made with different grape cultivars. Some are created by traditional and non-traditional methods, and all were chosen at a range of price points. That's not all we considered. We also thought about the occasion you may be drinking for, alcohol by volume levels, and the food you might pair your wine with.

Of course, to begin this journey, we looked through hundreds of listicles by wine magazines, expert and amateur reviews, and recommendations from sellers. We finally settled on this collection of incredible sparkling wines. We're sure you'll find at least a couple that you'll enjoy.

The Etienne Oudart Blanc de Noirs Champagne is the best pick for your summer go-to drink because it is a high-quality bottle at a reasonable price. It is described by a review on Vivino as a "Quite juicy and powerful Champagne from Vallee de la Marne ... [It has] red fruit flavors ... apricot, tangerine, and nuts too." The sparkling wine has also won the Gold Medal at Gilbert & Gaillard 2021 and the Gold medal at Lyon 2021, according to Taste France.

Get Etienne Oudart Blanc de Noirs Champagne N.V. at Vivino for approximately $40.

For $9 a bottle, the Rivata Casa Rossa sparkling wine is the best you can buy for less than the cost of a movie ticket. This wine has continuously received positive reviews from buyers, such as this one who said in a review at Total Wine & More, "I love red sweet wine. I've always been a roscato girl, but I wanted to try something new ... I would recommend this to anyone! I already want to buy more, it is such a sweet beautiful red wine."

Get Rivata Casa Rossa at Total Wine & More for approximately $9.

If you want to go all out, Bollinger's La Grande Année 2014 Champagne is among the best bottles you can splurge on. As told by Champagne Bollinger themselves, "La Grande Année is the very embodiment of an exceptional, timeless Champagne." It is the perfect sparkling wine for a special occasion. It features 61% Pinot Noir and 39% Chardonnay, and it is recommended for pairing with gourmet food by the maker.

Get Bollinger's La Grande Année 2014 Champagne at Divine Cellar for approximately $150.

Cavas are best described as a not-sweet sparkling wine with similarities to non-vintage Champagne. Bohigas Brut Reserva Cava is dry, fruity, and made with Macabeo, Xarel·lo, and Parellada grapes, as per Decántalo. Surely, it is among the best Cavas you can purchase at a reasonable price. Reviews indicate that it is refreshing and understated, while also being of good quality. Test it out at dinner alongside a white fish and rice dish.

Get Bohigas Brut Reserva Cava at Decántalo for approximately $11.

The Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs Brut comes from Jack and Jamie Davies who gave new life to the historic Schramsberg property where they created their wines in California. As explained by Schramsberg, "They were setting out to produce a world-class sparkling wine ... Later that year, the 1965 Blanc de Blancs came to be, and would be the first commercial use of Chardonnay in American sparkling wine." This trailblazer bottle is balanced with tart flavors and the scent of fruity spring flowers.

Get Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs Brut at Vivino for approximately $40.

Choosing the Gruet Blanc De Noirs is a no-brainer if you enjoy a semi-sweet and fruity sparkling wine. One Total Wine review put it best, saying, "I have bought the Brut before but didn't try the Blanc de Noirs until I did a tasting at their location in Santa Fe. This is now my new favorite breakfast/dessert bubbly. It is light, crisp, clean, and has the right amount of bubbles." This wine can be enjoyed with a luxe brunch or some simple potato chips.

Get Gruet Blanc De Noirs at Total Wine & More for approximately $17.

The Australian-made Jansz Tasmania Brut Rosé is not your typical sparkling rosé. You can tell that just by looking at the design. Packaged in a beautiful olive-green bottle, this refreshing drink option has a layered taste and aroma that is overflowing with notes of rose water, quince blossom, and strawberries, as well as truffle and sweet brioche, as made known by Total Wine & More.

Get Jansz Tasmania Brut Rosé at Total Wine & More for approximately $24.

Crémant is a sparkling wine made in France, but outside of the Champagne region. It is often used as an alternative to Champagne during celebrations as the taste is quite similar. Our favorite is the Faire La Fête Crémant de Limoux. It boasts a vibrant golden color and features the flavors of white cherry, baked apple, and lemon meringue. According to Drizly, the wine is sustainably hand-harvested, and is vegan-friendly, gluten-free, and low in sugar.

Get Faire La Fête Crémant de Limoux at Drizly for approximately $21.

The Veuve Clicquot Demi Sec Champagne is an all-time favorite for many. The wine is said to perfectly balance sweetness and dryness which has created a luxury-feeling Champagne that goes well with dessert. According to Veuve Clicquot, their Demi Sec Champagne is made to be predominantly Pinot Noir. However, it is also heavy with Meunier and Chardonnay. They suggest pairing it with blue cheese, panettone, millefeuille, and brioche.

Get Veuve Clicquot Demi Sec Champagne at Total Wine & More for approximately $70.

Pétillant naturel, or pét-nat, is a French term that means naturally sparkling. Vassaltis Vineyards is known for their 2019 Santorini Petillant Naturel which uses their Aidani, Athiri, and Assyrtiko grape varieties grown on their vineyard in Santorini, Greece. With notes of peach, citrus, melon, and white flowers, this naturally sparkling wine is unlikely to disappoint on any occasion.

Get Vassaltis Vineyards Santorini Petillant Naturel 2019 at Wine Online Delivery for approximately $56.

Sparkling red wine is an under-appreciated summer drink. The Marenco Brachetto d'Acqui Pineto has the most amazing blend of sweet flavors with notes of red berries and rose which come from the use of Brachetto grapes. It is a delicate and sweet wine that is aromatic and lightly sparkling, according to Drizly. Try out this Italian sparkling wine next time you are in the mood for an unconventional classic-tasting drink.

Get Marenco Brachetto d'Acqui Pineto at Drizly for approximately $22.

When talking about Chandon's Brut Rosé, this Target review puts it best, saying, "This is our favorite Rosè for patio season! A perfect way to start the afternoon with some bubbles with a great fruit flavor. I can't wait until we can share it with friends again!" This sparkling rosé is the best thing to break out in front of the girls in the summer before serving dinner. You'll love the lively and bright taste that goes wonderfully with grilled fish or sushi.

Get Chandon Brut Rosé at Target for approximately $22.

When looking to splurge on a celebratory sparkling wine, you can't go wrong with Lanson Green Label Organic Brut. Vivino describes this as bold, acidic, and fizzy with notes of tree fruit and citrus. It pairs well with traditional party foods. Your guests would enjoy it with a charcuterie board using mild and soft cheeses along with pork. Reviews indicate that this bottle of Lanson Green Label is undetectably organic as it is well-balanced and medium-bodied with a long finish.

Get Lanson Green Label Organic Brut at Total Wine & More for approximately $70.

You can indeed use just about any sparkling white wine to create a decent mimosa, but Josh Prosecco Sparkling White Wine does it best. Not only can this reasonably priced wine make a killer breakfast drink, but it can also be enjoyed on its own. An excited Target review exclaims, "I really enjoy this Prosecco!! Very light and crisp! I love to use this for enjoying mimosas, love the quality and the value of this bottle!!"

Get Josh Prosecco Sparkling White Wine at Target for approximately $16.

Not much competes with brunch, good friends, and light sparkling wine. Finding the perfect wine for brunch can take some trial and error. Segura Viudas Brut Heredad Reserva is our pick. It is illustrated well by this review on Total Wine & More which states, "This has always been one of our go-to midrange sparklings. Very crisp, not sweet at all. If you are looking for a nicer bottle but not wanting to break the bank it's a great pick."

Get Segura Viudas Brut Heredad Reserva at Total Wine & More for approximately $24.

Made in Spain, Poema's Pura Organic Brut Cava is a full-bodied and fresh-tasting sparkling wine that is very reasonably priced despite being made from grape varieties that are grown following guidelines established by the Catalan Council of the Organic Production, as per Poema. This mindfully created wine tastes best alongside fish dishes, soups, and charcuterie.

Get Poema Pura Organic Brut Cava at TheLiquorStore.com for approximately $12.

Wine is almost always a welcome gift for birthdays, housewarming parties, Christmas, and anniversaries. Finding a good wine to gift isn't particularly challenging, but if you are stumped, the Domaine Huet Vouvray Pétillant Brut is an excellent last-minute option. Made in France, this 12.5% ABV creamy sparkling wine finds an easy middle ground being both elegant and a little out of the ordinary.

Get Domaine Huet Vouvray Pétillant Brut at Decántalo for approximately $22.

The Coppolas' arsenal of great and affordable wines only continues to grow. Among their best is the Sofia Mini Blanc de Blancs. The tasty white wine blends Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier to create a perfectly proportioned bubbly drink in a can. You can enjoy them just about anywhere without opening an entire bottle, and one fan-favorite feature is the little straw that comes with each can. It's very convenient!

Get Sofia Mini Blanc de Blancs at Target for approximately $16.

You may have been expecting a prosecco in this category, however, we could not pass up telling you about the Contadi Castaldi Franciacorta Brut. Franciacorta is an Italian wine that boasts more prestige than Champagne. Depending on who you ask, it has a superior fizz and it is a good welcome drink to eat with appetizers. Like Champagne, Franciacorta is produced using only grapes grown in the territory of Franciacorta, which is located in Northern Italy.

Get Contadi Castaldi Franciacorta Brut N.V. at Vivino for approximately $28.

Believe us, finding a great French sparkling wine is not difficult. In fact, the real challenge is trying to find the best one out of all of the greatest French wines. Our favorite find, which comes at a reasonable price is J.J. Vincent's Crémant de Bourgogne. This sparkling option hails from the region of Burgundy, which neighbors Champagne. It is made in the same traditional way as Champagne which allows for a wonderfully refined bubbly texture and a fresh taste.

Get J.J. Vincent Crémant de Bourgogne at Eastside Cellars for $25.

Though South Africa is famous for its Pinotage wine made from a cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsault grapes, as per Wine Folly, they have many great sparkling wines too. One option is the Graham Beck Cap Classique Brut. Made from a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, it's praised for its taste, like in this Total Wine & More review saying, "Graham Beck is an excellent dry sparkling wine. I tend to find it a little less sweet than Prosecco, which I love. "

Get Graham Beck Cap Classique Brut at Total Wine & More for approximately $17.

Produced in Catalonia, Descregut's Corpinnat Brut Nature Reserva Cava is a delightful Spanish wine that boasts a fruity and crisp flavor. It is quite refreshing and dry which allows it to pair well with seafood and sushi. You wouldn't suspect that this wine would cost much less than many of the others on this list. Reviews indicate that it is a great value for the traditional and rustic taste.

Get Descregut Corpinnat Brut Nature Reserva Cava at Decántalo for approximately $10.

Cave Amadeu Rustico Nature Sparkling Wine is an excellent Brazilian wine that features unique notes of sourdough bread, yeast, and cream, as mentioned by Vivino. Best labeled as bold, the drink fits in well with pork, shellfish, and rich fish such as salmon. However, if you want a truer Brazilian experience, try it with the traditional black bean stew called Feijoada instead.

Get Cave Amadeu Rustico Nature Sparkling at Drink for $25.

The 2020 Jezreel Pét-Nat Sparkling Rosé will first attract you with its gorgeous bottle design and unique artistic label, but it will make you stay with its sophisticated taste and energetic bubbles. These little natural bubbles are created when the wine is bottled before primary fermentation is finished, as mentioned by KosherWine.com. At such a reasonable price, this sparkling rosé is something you must keep on hand.

Get Jezreel Pet Nat Sparkling Rosé 2020 at KosherWine.com for approximately $25.

Moscato is typically the first thing to welcome a person into the world of wine. They're usually low-alcohol, sweet, and easy to drink. Too often, we deny ourselves the pleasures of a sweet and bubbly Moscato as we learn to appreciate more sophisticated and complex wine options. However, we can also upgrade to an interesting Italian Moscato d'Asti like the Castello del Poggio Moscato d'Asti.

Get Castello del Poggio Moscato d'Asti at Total Wine & More for approximately $16.

Rosé is sometimes the best choice when you're trying to please the whole party. Quartz Reef Methode Traditionnelle Brut Rosé is a wonderful sparkling wine with good ratings that comes highly recommended. One review on Wine.com says about the choice, "This has orange zest, pomegranate, flowers, and pink grapefruit on the nose. Tangy and zesty with fine bubbles and a refreshing, clear, and dry finish."

Get Quartz Reef Methode Traditionnelle Brut Rosé at Wine.com for approximately $37.

When camping, bringing a glass bottle of wine, especially one without a screw cap, is a dangerous decision. That's why we would recommend the Roseade brand Rosé Lemonade instead. This delightful mix of sparkling rosé and lemonade is the best solution to sipping a summery sparkling wine while not worrying about a half-empty bottle when packing up your camp. Simply crack open a can and relax.

Get Roseade Rosé Lemonade at Roseade for $15.

The Simonnet-Febvre Crémant de Bourgogne Brut is a beach wine without a doubt. Its persistent foam matches the foam created by salty waves, and the fruity aroma pairs well with produce you might find being sold at a fresh fruit stand on your way to the beach. As made known by Wine.com, this French sparkling wine is a blend of 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir, which creates a lovely and balanced drink.

Get Simonnet-Febvre Crémant de Bourgogne Brut at Wine.com for approximately $24.

For outdoor summer picnics, the Austrian-made Szigeti Gruner Veltliner Brut is the perfect option. At a very reasonable price point, this sparkling wine pairs well with typical picnic foods such as cheese and crackers. According to Wine.com, the grapes used in Szigeti wines are sweeter because of the high humidity and presence of the fungus Botrytis cinerea where the grapes are grown.

Get Szigeti Gruner Veltliner Brut at Wine.com for approximately $20.

Just because you don't drink alcohol, doesn't mean you can't enjoy the taste of a sparkling alcohol-free wine. A crowd favorite among these is Lyre's Classico Grande Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Wine. A review on Amazon raves, "This NA sparkling wine is crisp, a little tart, and slightly sweet. So far it's the closest I've had to the real thing and honestly makes me feel like I'm not missing out on anything. Loved this so much I bought a case of it!"

Get Lyre's Classico Grande Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Wine at Amazon for approximately $19.