The World’s Best Sparkling Wines (Effervescents du Monde) is the name of a competition that each year (just in time for New Year) gives prizes to the best (you guessed) sparkling wines. this year there were 43 wines in the top category, Gold Medal. Everything from Argentina to the United States was on the list, well worth looking at if you’re looking for an alternative source for your bubbly. The most original Gold Medal? – Salveto Muscatnoe Semi-sweet from Mauler & Cie in Moldova (https://www.acorex.net). Here’s the full list of winners: https://www.effervescents-du-monde.com/