Originally Posted by
emma69
I generally prefer to keep a bottle or two of something sparkling on hand, as I think it feels a little more celebratory to give someone when you pop around for supper. I am not sure what brands you get where you are, but I like Italian Prosecco, and there is a Spanish sparking rose I like too. Both are under $20.
Here's a
link to the PA state store system, so that gives you an idea of what brands we can find.
How long would sparkling keep? Indefinitely? I would probably still lean towards non-sparkling, as I think most people to whom I would give a bottle of wine would prefer non-sparkling.