Celebrate With These Toast-Worthy Sparkling Wines Under $20

Sparkling Wine for $20 or Less

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Sparkling Wine for $20 or Less
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Bubbles Up

Champagne — the real stuff from France — has a reputation for astronomical price tags. Luckily, options for toasting the new year on a budget abound. Cheapism created a list of cheap Champagne and sparkling wines that can be enjoyed for about $20 or less, including Costco's very own (and very good) bottle of bubbly. Whether from overseas or produced in the United States, these drinks boast piquant textures and clean flavors that make them ideal for pairing with food or enjoying on their own. So indulge — and then buy a few extra bottles to savor year-round.


Prices and availability may vary.


Related: How to Spot a Good, Cheap Bottle of Wine

Kirkland Signature Brut
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Kirkland Signature Brut

Estimated Price: $20 
Costco has the real stuff — it's made by French champagne house Manuel Janisson, notes the Wirecutter — at a steal of a price. This non-vintage, grand cru blend combines chardonnay, pinot noir, and pinot meunier sparkling wines. Tasters describe flowers and fruit on the nose, especially apples and citrus, followed by a light, zesty mouthfeel with hints of lemon and lime. "It features plenty of bubbles but still has a delicate sense to it," raves Reverse Wine Snob.


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Cornaro Prosecco Treviso Extra Dry Spumante NV
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Cornaro Prosecco Treviso Extra Dry Spumante NV

Estimated Price: $11
This prosecco from Italy features a playful, fizzy texture. Light flavors of white grapes and lime zest make a nice complement to fried foods and light cheeses. This is a good option for hosts who are looking for one high quality sparkling wine that everyone will enjoy.


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Segura Viudas New Bottle (2023)
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Segura Viudas Brut Cava NV

Estimated Price: $12
This bubbly wine from Spain offers the tang and crispness of traditional Champagne. With flavors of tart green apple and ripe citrus fruits, Segura Viudas Brut Cava is a good choice for toasts, drinking on its own, or mixing into mimosas or other cocktails. This is the label's entry-level offering; pricier versions present similar value.

Barefoot Bubbly Prosecco NV
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Barefoot Bubbly Prosecco NV

Estimated Price: $9

A cheap and cheerful prosecco, this wine from the well-known Barefoot line has flavors of nectarine and lemon zest. It's crisp on the palate, with gentle bubbles that go down easy on their own and hold up in mimosas and punch. This all-purpose bubbly is a holiday staple for sparkling wine lovers.

Cleto Chiarli Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro Amabile
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Cleto Chiarli Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro Amabile

Estimated Price: $13
Sparkling red wines are trending, and this one is definitely worth trying — especially at this price. Sweet and full-bodied, it pairs nicely with meats and cheeses. Consider this a go-to sparkler for any season, and serve well chilled.

Freixenet Cordon Negro Brut Cava NV
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Freixenet Cordon Negro Brut Cava NV

Estimated Price: $10 

This elegant Spanish cava is the award-winning product of a family-owned business now in its fifth generation. It's a Champagne-like sparkling wine with crisp bubbles and flavors of lemon and yeasty brioche. This bottle is a sophisticated choice for sipping before, during, and after a meal, as well as a tasty host gift.

Mionetto Il Lambrusco NV
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Mionetto Il Lambrusco NV

Estimated Price: $11
A cheery holiday wine, this frizzante red is juicy and fruity with a bubbly texture. The bright red fruit flavors and hints of spice work well with a variety of foods, although this wine can also be served as an apéritif or after-dinner beverage. Drink this one chilled, room temperature, or garnished with fruit for a sangria-like punch.

Barefoot Moscato
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Barefoot Moscato

Estimated Price: $5
This big-name brand produces a traditionally flavored and clean moscato. A bright, peachy taste shines through, and the soft bubbles are vibrant and sparkly. Pair this sweet, inexpensive gem with creamy and fruity desserts, or enjoy as a dessert on its own.


Jaume Serra Cristalino Brut Cava NV
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Jaume Serra Cristalino Brut Cava NV

Estimated Price: $10
A total crowd-pleaser, this cava from Spain is an excellent all-purpose sparkling wine to keep on hand. The bubbles are tight and crisp and the flavor features undertones of pear and ginger. Delicate enough to enjoy on its own yet strong enough to use for mixing, this is a workhorse bubbly.

Gruet Blanc De Noirs
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Gruet Blanc De Noirs

Estimated Price: $17
Likely the best wine from New Mexico, this iconic blanc de noirs (a white made with pinot noir grapes) is a staple for domestic sparkling wine lovers. The tart flavors are supported with undertones of white raspberry and an earthy tanginess for added complexity.

Mumm Napa Brut Rosé
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Mumm Napa Brut Rosé

Estimated Price: $17
This delicate pink wine is soft, fruity, and celebratory. The flavors are rounded out to be slightly less sharp and more mouth-filling with hints of floral flavors and a dry, lemony finish. This bubbly is just as good with food as it is on its own.

Lucien Albrecht Cremant D'Alsace
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Lucien Albrecht Cremant D'Alsace

Estimated Price: $19
Alsace is a fascinating wine region that combines French and German traditions. The wines are typically aromatic with tropical fruits and flowers, producing full-flavored and complex wines. For a sparkler, this translates to a lighter touch with delicate layers of complexity and a fine, elegant bubble.

Donelli Lambrusco Grasparossa
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Donelli Lambrusco Grasparossa

Estimated Price: $10
This semi-dry lambrusco ticks a lot of boxes. It is sweet yet dry enough to enjoy before, during, and after a meal. As a sparkling red, it also has a rich body and dry tannins, as well as a foamy, bubbly texture that keeps it fresh.

Bouvet Brut Rosé Excellence
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Bouvet Brut Rosé Excellence

Estimated Price: $16
Hailing from the Loire Valley of France, one of the top value regions of Europe, this is gem of a wine. Tart and focused fruit flavors are lively and dry, with minerality and crisp green apple rounding out some notes of berries on the finish. This is an excellent wine for apéritifs and toasts.

Bartenura Prosecco
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Bartenura Prosecco

Estimated Price: $17
A classic prosecco, this wine shows round and juicy notes of red apples and white flowers, along with a touch of white peach. The flavor is dry overall, with a ripe fruit quality that makes it easy to pair with a number of dishes.

Marenco Brachetto D'Acqui Pineto
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Marenco Brachetto D'acqui Pineto

Estimated Price: $15
Very low in alcohol and deliciously sweet, Brachetto is like soda for adults. The deep pink color helps make it irresistible. Enjoy this fruity sparkling wine with salty appetizers like nuts, cheese, and chips, or as a lightly sweet after-dinner drink.