In this price category, you're lucky to find a sparkler that won't give you a killer headache the morning after revelry—so it's just gravy that this wine tastes good, too. Slight coppery hue, with dusty cherry aromas and flavors. It's soft, foamy and goes down easy.——D.T.(12/31/2004)—— 85

Has a sulfury smell that doesn’t blow off. The flavors are overly fruity, with a raspberry flavor, and the bubbles are rough. This sparkling wine scours the palate with acidity. It’s acceptable, but just barely. ——(12/1/2002)—— 81