Champagne Challenges Beer for Best to Drink During Game Day

Champagne might seem like an untraditional choice to drink while watching the game, Champagne Bureau USA acknowledges, "but those tuning in on Sundays can elevate their viewing experience with Champagne, mac and cheese, fries, and lemon pepper wings."

Why:  The unique sparkling wine from Champagne, France can be a refreshing palate cleanser that pairs well with gameday staples – and is a great way to commemorate the first victory of the season during your post-game celebrations too, they say.

Recommended:  Brut Champagne to use its acidity to cut through the creaminess of Mac and Cheese;a Blanc de Blancs Champagne creates an "amazing pairing experience" with the saltiness of fries;  an Extra Brut Champagne to bring out all of the flavors in the Lemon Pepper Wings.

Learn More:  Take the Champagne Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) by the Comité Champagne, which represents the 16,200 growers and 360 houses in Champagne. The classic version is free and is packed with additional pairing tips and fun facts about the region and its wines.