Feeling Champagne fatigue? A sommelier recommends 5 swaps that taste more expensive than they are

""Prosecco is rarely over $30 a bottle," Aspinwall said. "It's made in a totally different style from Champagne, but I find it equally delicious.""

""I think a brut prosecco is the best for someone who is just getting into sparkling wines and doesn't like the taste of Champagne," Aspinwall said."

""For a classic, easy-to-find option, Aspinwall recommends La Marca, an extra-dry prosecco that runs between $15 and $20 for a 750-milliliter bottle.""

"The next time you want a warm, full-bodied red sparkling wine, reach for a bottle of Lambrusco."

Champagne frequently serves as the default for celebratory toasts but can be costly and not suit all palates. Champagne bottles commonly exceed $60, which makes serving large groups expensive. Prosecco, produced from Glera grapes in Prosecco, Italy, is often priced under $30 and delivers a fresher, cleaner, more citrus-forward profile that many people prefer. La Marca extra-dry is an accessible option at roughly $15–$20 per 750 ml. Brut prosecco provides lower sweetness and works well as an entry-point for those who dislike Champagne. Lambrusco offers a warm, full-bodied red sparkling alternative.

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