Pretty in Pink: The Best Rosé Champagnes at Every Price Point
Over the past couple of decades, rosé Champagne has skyrocketed in popularity. Since 2000, exports of the salmon-hued sparkler have jumped from a mere 3.14% of the region’s production to around 10% in 2022 and 2023. But, as the numbers clearly indicate, it’s still just a small slice of the region’s overall production. The limited availability of these coveted bottles—paired with increasing interest in the category—mean they tend to cost significantly more than their non-rosé counterparts. “It’s all about demand for style that demands extra attention to craftsmanship,” says Wine Enthusiast Tasting Director and Champagne expert Anna-Christina Cabrales . With white Champagne , winemakers have more room to play around with the seven grapes approved by the Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC) and the chemistry of how they interact with one another to create balance in the bottle. Similarly, rosé Champagnes can feature any or all of those grapes, as long as either red Pinot Noir or Pin