Experts reveal 5 mistakes when drinking champagne: how to drink it right.

According to ТСН: This is reported in Food&Wine.

Habits are hard to change, and some of them prevent us from fully enjoying champagne. The next time you buy a celebratory bottle, try to avoid the common mistakes that wine experts point out.

Serving champagne too cold

"I don't just place champagne in an ice bucket," says Katherine Coker, director of Esters Wine Shop & Bar. "I like to open it cold, and then leave it on the table to gradually warm up to cellar temperature — about 13°C. Then all the nuances and aromas emerge."

She recommends opening champagne at a temperature of about 7°C, and when it warms up above 13°C — put it back in the refrigerator. Matteo Lunelli, president and CEO of Ferrari Trento winery, advises keeping the bottle in a cool dark place, and chilling it to 6–7°C the evening before serving. It's important not to leave champagne in the refrigerator too long, as the cork can dry out, and the wine can oxidize more quickly and absorb the aromas of other products.

Incorrect opening

Opening champagne in a "heroic" way is impressive, but dangerous. "I never open it like that, and no sommelier does," notes Coker. She recommends holding the bottle at a 45° angle, carefully placing a napkin between your finger and the cork, and slowly turning the bottle to control the opening process.

Tilting the glass

Experts have different opinions on this. Ferrari Trento advises tilting the glass, as most people do, to reduce the amount of foam. Coker believes that champagne is best poured into a glass placed on the table. If using a flute, it's better to direct the liquid along the sides, so the bubbles are distributed evenly, without interrupting the pouring.

Overfilling the glasses

Ferrari Trento recommends pouring about 10 ml (less than half a glass), and Coker also supports this advice. "This way, champagne stays cold, and you can refill it," she explains. If you drink it slowly, the lower layer will become warmer, and the taste will be uneven. It's better to pour more frequently.

Serving in flute glasses

Most experts advise against using flutes for tasting champagne, as the narrow top of the glass restricts aroma and reduces flavor depth. Matteo Lunelli recommends using large "tulip" glasses or even white wine glasses — this way the wine "breathes" and reveals its bouquet to the fullest.

Coker confirms: "Only this way can you appreciate champagne as a true wine, not just a celebratory drink. In a flute, the surface for air contact is too small, and many aromas do not reveal themselves." In Italy and France, sparkling wine is usually served in white wine glasses to fully experience the taste and aroma.

In conclusion, to enjoy champagne properly, it’s important to follow the recommendations of experts. From choosing the right glass to optimal temperature conditions — all these details can significantly affect your experience. Remember: each glass of champagne is a small festive moment, worthy of careful attention to detail.