Sekt, or entry level Sekt rarely finds itself outside Germany. It can be made from grapes, juice or wine sourced anywhere in Europe, is made using the tank (charmat) method and most is consumed domestically. Deutscher Sekt, or German Sekt, has to have grapes or wine from Germany.

How is Sekt produced?

In the original method of Sekt manufacturing, the so-called Méthode champenoise, and in classic bottle fermentation, the second fermentation takes place in the individual bottle. In a dark and cool cellar, Winzersekt lies and matures on its yeast for a minimum of 9 months, sometimes for years.

Where is Sekt produced?

For the longest time this was justified. Most Sekt was, and still is, simple base wine that’s sourced across Europe and made sparkling in Germany. It’s produced in vast tanks and industrial quantities, and sports very affordable pricing.