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Autumn

(48,962 posts)
1. Drinking white wine on a beach and wearing a Biden Harris hat does not make one a progressive.
Fri Jul 14, 2023, 05:05 PM
Jul 2023

It does show a lot of intelligence though. Fuck Trump

maxsolomon

(38,727 posts)
2. clearly, it's brut. not white.
Fri Jul 14, 2023, 05:06 PM
Jul 2023

that's enough to make one a progressive.

i think that's Mary Trump?

Autumn

(48,962 posts)
3. I have no clue who it is. It could be anybody. I know wine is red, pink or white, that's the extent
Fri Jul 14, 2023, 05:10 PM
Jul 2023

of my wine knowledge.

Celerity

(54,407 posts)
9. Brut is a term that designates a level of sweetness in a wine. There is no way to determine
Fri Jul 14, 2023, 06:36 PM
Jul 2023
from that picture whether that wine is brut or even if it is Champagne as many sparkling wines are not true Champagne.



Brut Champagne: Exploring the World of Brut Sparkling Wine

https://usualwines.com/blogs/knowledge-base/brut-wine

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Is Brut Champagne or Sparkling Wine?

Let’s get this first question out of the way. Champagne and sparkling wine are indeed two distinct drinks, but it’s a fine line of distinction. While not all sparkling wine is Champagne, all Champagne is sparkling wine.

What Does Brut Mean in the World of Wine?

In short, brut is the French word for dry. Therefore, brut sparkling wine refers to a dry sparkling wine. Brut is also a term that’s used to describe Champagne. However, when winemakers refer to brut wine, they are referring to the style of wine, rather than any particular variety.

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The Difference Between Brut Champagne and Other Sparkling Wines

While brut champagne and other brut sparkling wines share a common dryness, there are some key differences between them. The most significant distinction is the region in which the grapes are grown and the wine is produced. As mentioned earlier, champagne can only be called as such if it is produced in the Champagne region of France. Additionally, the specific grape varieties used in brut champagne are usually chardonnay, pinot noir, and pinot meunier. Other sparkling wines may use different grape varieties, leading to unique flavor profiles. Furthermore, the production methods and regulations for making brut champagne are more stringent compared to other sparkling wines, often resulting in higher quality and more complex flavors.

When shopping for sparkling wine, or Champagne, you can pick one to suit your taste by checking the wine label for these terms:

Brut Nature or Brut Zero: The driest of the dry, this brut is highly acidic and intense.

Extra Brut: Another term for extra dry, it’s not quite as dry as brut nature, but still highly acidic.

Brut: With anywhere between 0-12 grams of sugar per liter, brut is dry but slightly less mouth-watering than brut nature or extra brut.

Extra Sec: A dry sparkling wine with hints of fruity sweetness.

Sec: A brut with more residual sugar yet still balanced by acidity.

Demi-Sec: A lovely and sweet brut with intense fruit flavors, such as apricots and lychee.

Doux: As sweet as you can get, this sparkling wine has more sugar than a can of Coke.


2naSalit

(102,793 posts)
6. She's a progressive for certain.
Fri Jul 14, 2023, 06:16 PM
Jul 2023

I thought that was her.

She reminds me of Beverley Owen...


Kath2

(3,192 posts)
7. She has a lot to say and is not afraid to say it.
Fri Jul 14, 2023, 06:22 PM
Jul 2023

Mary Trump would have made a much better president than Donald.

2naSalit

(102,793 posts)
8. Total opposite...
Fri Jul 14, 2023, 06:24 PM
Jul 2023

As president, for sure. She's actually very intelligent and has something of value to say. Not a family trait.

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