# Blossa Sparkling & Spices Classic Red

- **Producer:** Schloss Wachenheim
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Region:** Germany
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 8.0%
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 6–10 °C

## About this wine

Blossa Sparkling & Spices Classic Red is a sparkling red wine from Germany, produced by Schloss Wachenheim, a historic and leading global producer of sparkling wine. This wine is characterized by its unique combination of sparkling red wine with traditional Christmas spices, reminiscent of glögg and glühwein. The Blossa brand itself has a long history, with its origins tracing back to 1895, and its distinctive spice blend is carefully curated from global sources, including China and Guatemala, featuring notes of cloves, cardamom, and ginger. The wine is available with an 8% alcohol by volume, as well as an alcohol-free variant.

## Interesting facts

- The original Blossa recipe dates back to 1895.
- Spice ingredients are sourced from select growers in China and Guatemala.
- Features a unique blend of cloves, cardamom, and ginger.
- Available in both an alcoholic (8% ABV) and an alcohol-free version.

## Food pairing

The inherent sweetness and spice notes of the wine complement desserts and baked goods that share similar flavor profiles. The slight effervescence can cut through richer textures, while the spice elements create a harmonious bridge with spiced foods.

## Wine making process

The production of Blossa Sparkling & Spices Classic Red begins with a base wine that is gently de-alcoholized to retain its inherent flavors and aromas. This base is then enhanced with sweet wines, sugar, and a carefully selected blend of traditional Christmas spices, including cloves, cardamom, and ginger. Alcohol is used as a medium to extract the flavors from these spices, which explains the presence of a small amount of alcohol in the 'alcohol-free' version (0.5% ABV). The wine is then carbonated to achieve its sparkling quality. Schloss Wachenheim, the producer, is known for its extensive experience in sparkling wine production and its commitment to quality ingredients.