Pairing Sparkling Wine with Movies

Choosing a good sparkling wine for certain movies is fun and is like pairing wine with food.

Below are some of the best types of sparkling wines to watch with particular movie genres.

Comedy

Comedy movies, whether it’s family-friendly, dark or classic comedies, there’s a movie waiting to make you laugh out loud, which will pair well with a bottle of Prosecco, as it’s light, fruity and easy to drink.

Movie suggestions: The Hangover, Ted, We’re the Millers, Mr Bean’s Holiday

Romantic

Romantic movies, whether it’s classic, contemporary, historical or romantic comedies, the feeling of love will always pair well with a bottle of Champagne in particular a Rosé or Pink Champagne, as it’s pretty, elegant and the ultimate romantic gesture.

Movie suggestions: Titanic, The Notebook, When Harry Met Sally, Pride & Prejudice

Drama

Drama movies focus on the emotional development of characters, often dealing with intense or challenging situations and are more dialogue-focused. A bottle of English Sparkling Wine will pair well with this type of movie. English sparkling wine is made in the same way as Champagne, sharing some similarities in aromas and flavours, but is also known for its crisp acidity and is uniquely English, consistently improving in quality and winning many awards.

Movie suggestions: Forrest Gump, The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler’s List

Horror

A good horror film effectively combines suspense, dread and terror with relatable characters that create genuine fear and do not just rely on jump scares.  A bottle of Cava that has a crisp, zesty citrus flavour, bright acidity and a distinct minerality will stand up well to the horror genre.

Movie suggestions: The Exorcist, The Conjuring, The Shining, The Ring

Action

Action movies, whether it’s adventure, spy, war or Western movies, will most likely feature chase sequences, fights, shootouts, explosions and stunt work. An Australian Sparkling Red Shiraz is a vibrant, deep, full-bodied, rich wine with ripe and intense fruit flavours that will pair well with all the action on screen.

Movie suggestions: Terminator, Die Hard, Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Dark Knight

Fantasy

Fantasy movies will send you to another world, whether a magical place or with stunning visuals and special effects, the overwhelming feeling should be of a sense of wonder. A Crémant sparkling wine, which is rich and creamy, will pair well with the fantasy on screen.

Movie suggestions: The Lord of the Rings, The Princess Bride, Harry Potter, Game of Thrones

Musicals

A good movie musical has a strong storyline, interesting characters, catchy songs and great dance routines. A Moscato d’Asti, which is floral, fruity and fun, will pair well while you’re singing along and enjoying the movie.

Movie suggestions: The Sound of Music, Chicago, Mamma Mia, The Greatest Showman