How to Properly Open Sparkling Wine

Here to help us properly open sparkling wine is Chris Lafleur, a sommelier based out of Toronto who focuses on selling and training all things wine.

How do we do it?

What's the right way?

Is it ok if the cork hits the ceiling?

Are two pours ok to fill one glass?

Watch Chris Lafleur as he shares the basics of opening sparkling wine with us.

Video Highlights:
00:00 Introduction
00:28 Opening Sparkling Wine
00:49 The Tools
01:11 How to Hold the Bottle
01:20 Cut the Foil
01:59 Remove Foil to Reveal the Cage
02:15 Holding the Bottle and Cloth
02:29 Open the Cage with 6 Turns
02:45 Release the Cork / Open the Bottle
03:16 Present the Cork
03:29 Pour the First Glass and Top it
03:55 Enjoy the Sparkling Wine

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