Want to make your celebration vegan, but don't know exactly which sparkling wine is without animal additives? Don't worry, we've compiled a list of all vegan sparkling wines for you.

🍾🌱 But before we get into the different varieties, learn how sparkling wine is actually made in this short video:

What actually makes sparkling wine not vegan?

🍾🌱 Sparkling wine usually consists of base wine obtained from different grape varieties. In the production of sparkling wine, animal products such as gelatin, chicken egg white or fish bladders can be used to clarify the wine. These substances bind lees and allow the wine to become clear.

If you want to drink sparkling wine as a vegan, you should make sure that the manufacturer has avoided animal products in the production. Fortunately, there are many types of sparkling wine that are purely vegetable.

Which types of sparkling wine are vegan?

🍾💚 The good news is that most sparkling wines are made without animal additives. Here are some well-known sparkling wine makers that offer vegan varieties:

• Henkell
• Mumm
• Copper Mountain Gold
• Söhnlein Brilliant
• Söhnlein Pink
• Cattus

There are also other wineries that produce vegan sparkling wine alternatives. If you are unsure if a sparkling wine is vegan, you should contact the producers directly or look for vegan seals.

How can I tell if a sparkling wine is vegan?

🍾🔎 There is no legal labeling requirement for vegan foods, so it can be difficult to figure out if a sparkling wine is vegan or not. You should pay attention to the following indications:

• Manufacturer information: On the champagne bottle, you'll usually find information about the manufacturer and their philosophy. Many manufacturers openly advertise vegan products and state that they do not use animal additives.
• Vegan seals: There are various seals that indicate that a sparkling wine is vegan. The best known is the V-Label. The Vegan Seal and the European Vegetarian Label can also tell you that a product is free of animal ingredients.
• Voluntary labeling: Some manufacturers have decided to label their vegan products with a voluntary label. For example, you will often find the words "vegan" on the bottle or in the product name.

If you're unsure if a sparkling wine is vegan, just ask the manufacturer or buy it at a specialized vegan food store.

Which vegan sparkling wine suits which occasion?

🍾🎉 If you're planning a celebration and still not sure which sparkling wine goes with which occasion, here are a few recommendations:

• Dry sparkling wine: goes best with appetizers and light dishes. Dry sparkling wine can also be used for toasting.
• Semi-dry sparkling wine: goes well with main courses, salads and mild sauces.
• Fruity sparkling wine: ideal as an aperitif or with sweet dessert.

🍾🍓 If you like your sparkling wine to have a fruity taste, you can also add a few drops of lime juice or a splash of raspberry syrup to the sparkling wine.

Conclusion

🍾🌱 Finding sparkling wine without animal additives is not that difficult. If you're looking for a vegan sparkling wine, look for manufacturer information, vegan seals or voluntary labeling. Even though there is no legal labeling requirement, there are many producers of sparkling wine that specialize in vegan products. With these tips, nothing stands in the way of an animal-friendly sparkling wine experience.