French for "lightly sparkling" or "crackling." This term relates to the presence of small amounts of carbon dioxide gas in the wine (this is sometimes called sparkle or spritz). Some winemakers feel that sparkle gives a wine a freshness.
French for "lightly sparkling" or "crackling." This term relates to the presence of small amounts of carbon dioxide gas in the wine (this is sometimes called sparkle or spritz). Some winemakers feel that sparkle gives a wine a freshness.