FINALLY the CORRECT glassware to drink Champagne REVEALED 🍾  "Never EVER drink from a flute"

FINALLY the CORRECT glassware to drink Champagne REVEALED 🍾 "Never EVER drink from a flute"

Author: SESSION in PROGRESS December 26, 2023 Duration: 16:13

After going viral on Instagram with a video that has had more than 5.5 million views the world is wondering if I can "Never EVER drink champagne from a flute" then what do I drink it from?

Master Sommelier Carlos Santos brought in 6 different styles of glassware to debunk some myths and crown the best style ahead of New Years Eve to ensure you get the most of your bubbles as we bring in the New Year.

Glassware covered

  • ISO
  • Flutes
  • Coupe
  • Pinot Noir Glass
  • Universal Glass
  • Carlos' pick for the best glassware with Champagne

Happy New Year and Cheers to returning in 2024 🥂 🍾

Watch this episode on HD and see the glassware we've been speaking about: https://youtu.be/j-PVLTzA4jQ

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About Got Somme: A podcast for wine lovers who know nothing about what's in the glass. The series will aim to educate listeners on types, tannins and taste to producers, appellations and age. We speak to the best winemakers in the world finding out how they make the wine that has captured the attention of Master Sommelier Carlos Santos. Carlos will aim to teach radio announcer and novice wine enthusiast Angus O'Loughlin how to discern a good wine from a bad and empower listeners with a skill set good enough to choose the table wine next time you have friends over.

Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

01:52 - Why the Flute isn't the best choice

02:24 - ISO Glass

04:29 - Coupe Glass

06:29 - Burgundy Glass

08:04 - Universal Glass & Custom Champagne Glass

10:22 - Grand Cru Champagne Paul Dethune

11:52 - RM vs NM styles of Champagne

This podcast proudly presented by Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine-and-more?tab=items

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Ever felt a bit lost staring at a wine list or wondering what you're actually tasting in your glass? Got Somme is here to help, without any of the pretence. This isn't a stuffy lecture; it's a conversation between Master Sommelier Carlos Santos and his mate, radio announcer Angus O'Loughlin, who's keen to learn but starting from scratch. Each episode, Carlos guides Angus-and by extension, all of us-through the fundamentals, breaking down everything from grape varieties and regional styles to understanding why a wine tastes the way it does. The real magic happens when they're joined by some of the world's most respected winemakers, who share the stories and craft behind their bottles. You'll hear Carlos explain how to pick a good wine from a bad one, demystifying terms like tannin and terroir along the way. It's an accessible, often funny journey into wine, perfect for anyone who enjoys a glass but wants to understand the world behind it. Produced by SESSION in PROGRESS, this podcast turns curiosity into genuine knowledge, one bottle at a time.
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