Region: Loire Valley, France

“Unlike many cheap bubbles from Italy, Pinon is made in the traditional bottle-fermentation style rather than tank method, so the flavor profile is closer to Champagne than for example prosecco.” – Greg Plowes, Jim Thompson.

How much: B990

Where: Wine Garage. Order at 02-262-0255, www.winegarage.asia, [email protected]

Region: Emilia-Romagna, Italy

“Lambrusco (like prosecco) is generally a sea of badly made cheap sweet sparkling wines, but if you can find this Lambrusco made from the delicate red grape Sorbara, snap it up! It is a dry, delicate sparkling red. The Sorbara grape has such thin skin that it produces a very light red hue.” – Greg Plowes, Jim Thompson.

How much: B715

Where: Italasia Group. Order at 02-261-7990, [email protected]

“I think it’s more characteristic and has more complexity than just a fruity taste.” – Sunthorn Lapmul, Mandarin Oriental.

How much: B936

Where: Italasia Group. Order at 02-261-7990, [email protected]

Region: Catalonia, Spain

"It’s a great Cava for its price point, plus the all black bottling is sexy/iconic." – Andreas Pergher, Bunker

How much: B799

Where: Gourmet Wine Cellar by Gourmet, 5/F The Emporium, 622 Sukhumvit Rd, 02-269-1000

Region: Yamaguchi, Japan

“Quite fragrant, semi-sweet, delicate yet full-bodied, it can be consumed at any stage of the meal. If you’re looking to try something a little unique for the festive season, this is it!” – Vibhi Harnvarakiat, Morimoto

How much: B726/360ml, B1,419/720ml

Where: Orihara Shoten, 18 Park Lane Sukhumvit Soi 63, 02-382-0131

Region: Catalonia, Spain

“Light, refreshing, easy on the palate with vibrant fruit flavors—a very tasty selection. There is also the tartness of citrus flavors and a slight touch of Champagne toastiness, making it a good Cava that represents what Cava in all has to offer.” – Vibhi Harnvarakiat, Morimoto

How much: B679

Where: 2/F Villa Market Phrom Phong, 595 Sukhumvit Rd., 02-662-1000