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for the Dec. 31, 2002 - Jan. 15, 2003 issue

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The best bubbly for $20 or less

James Molesworth
Issue: December 31, 2002

It's hard to beat a great tête de cuvée from a prestigious Champagne house for quality. It's also tough to afford one, at usually $50 or more per bottle. Fortunately, there are many high quality sparkling wines made in France, California, Spain and elsewhere that provide plenty of flavor and the required fizz at a fraction of the price.

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