How are fizzy wines other than champagne described?

Fizzy wines other than Champagne are described using several different terms, depending on the region of origin, grape variety, and production method. Here are some common terms:

General terms:

* Sparkling Wine: A broad term for any wine with bubbles.

* Methode Traditionelle: This refers to the traditional method of sparkling wine production, which is similar to how Champagne is made.

* Methode Champenoise: This is the traditional Champagne method, although it is legally only used for wines produced in the Champagne region of France.

* Methode Ancestrale: A traditional, older method of sparkling wine production, where the second fermentation happens in the bottle, but without the addition of yeast or sugar (liè).

* Transfer Method: A faster, more economical method of producing sparkling wine, where the second fermentation happens in a large tank, and the wine is then bottled.

Regional terms:

* Cava: Spanish sparkling wine, often made using the traditional method.

* Prosecco: Italian sparkling wine made from Glera grapes, typically using the Charmat method (transfer method).

* Franciacorta: Italian sparkling wine made using the traditional method.

* Crémant: French sparkling wine produced outside the Champagne region, using the traditional method.

* Sekt: German sparkling wine, often made using the traditional method, but sometimes using the transfer method.

* Lambrusco: Italian sparkling wine, known for its fruity, red color.

* Asti Spumante: Italian sparkling wine made from Moscato grapes, known for its sweetness.

* Vinho Verde: Portuguese sparkling wine made from a blend of grapes, often with a light, refreshing style.

Terms describing the style:

* Brut: Dry, with little to no residual sugar.

* Extra Brut: Even drier than Brut.

* Sec: Dry, but with a bit more sweetness than Brut.

* Demi-Sec: Slightly sweet.

* Doux: Sweet.

* Rosé: Pink in color.

* Blanc de Blancs: Made solely from white grapes, like Chardonnay.

* Blanc de Noirs: Made solely from red grapes, like Pinot Noir, but with minimal skin contact so the wine is white.

It's important to note that:

* Champagne is a protected term and can only be used for sparkling wine produced in the Champagne region of France.

* Many countries have their own unique styles of sparkling wine.

To accurately describe a fizzy wine, you'll need to understand its region of origin, production method, and style.