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“That’s good compared to everything else,” he says. “We haven’t seen people trading down on the sparkling wines like they have on the red and white still wines. Veuve Clicquot ($57 a 750-ml. of Yellow ...

Some other sparkling wines are made using the charmat method ... fine bubbles that rise steadily in the glass, with a bright yellow color and greenish reflections. A blend of 75% chardonnay ...

A single-vineyard rosé of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from Monterey County. After 50 months on lees, this is toasty and lush, with an aroma of candied pecans and pale cherry. At Wine House, about $70.