The most famous of all sparkling wines, Champagne comes from the Champagne region of northern France. Using the traditional method, Méthode Champenoise, Champagne is blended from several grape varieties, with a general rule being that Champagne must involve the blending of the white Chardonnay grape, or the red Pinot noir or Pinot Meunier grapes. This gently-pressed sparkling wine is typically quite dry and is famous the world over.