Trader Joe’s has a really solid wine program, with some great sparkling wine options for any occasion.
These Trader Joe’s sparkling wines start at just $6!
Now, she heads Veritas Consultants, which runs (currently virtual) wine-tasting events and education programs.
“Trader Joe’s has a pretty solid wine program,” Vergara says.
“You walk up to a wall of wine, what do you do?”
Wine regions carry a very unique and very specific flavor and style."
So when shopping, go directly to the region you’re interested in and look for similar wines.
Champagne must come from the Champagne region in France, and adhere to strict production guidelines.
It’s super complex, and you’ll get big notes of apple, pear, brioche and toast.
Prosecco is a lighter, easier-drinking sparkling wine that’s really popular and relatively cheap.
Then you have cava, which is made using the same method as Champagne but comes from Spain.
It has similar complexity to Champagne but comes at a much lower price point.
Below, Vergara shares her picks for sparkling wines from Trader Joe’s.
“Sparkling wines from Northern California, like Sonoma and certain areas of Napa, are absolutely outstanding.”
But it’s hard to argue with the quality you’re getting for the low price.
“It isn’t quite Champagne level, but it definitely has character and body.
The fruit is well developed and we can taste tertiary notes.
What you really want is a level of complexity and this wine has it,” Vergara says.
“It’s light and crisp, with very elegant, delicate bubbles,” Vergara says.
It’s pleasant and creamy on the palate."
Vergara touts this New Zealand sparkling brut rose available at Trader Joe’s.
“It has nice acidity, nice bubbles and beautiful packaging.
You’re getting some orange and even cherry notes on this one.
It’s a little bit tart.
It’s medium-bodied for sparkling wine and has a little bit of complexity.
It’s just very smooth, delicious and easy drinking,” she says.
For just $5.99, it’s the perfect accompaniment to a decked-out brunch.
