This Valentine’s Day, keep it simple, elegant, and delicious with the right sparkling drinks paired with the perfect desserts. Featured in this guide are Taittinger Champagne, Rosa Regale Sparkling Red, and Stella Rosa Rose or Red (non-alcoholic), each offering a unique flavor profile and bubbly personality to elevate your evening. From the refined dryness of Taittinger to the chocolate-friendly sweetness of Rosa Regale, and the fun, fruity notes of Stella Rosa, these drinks help create a classic, memorable Valentine’s Day without feeling over-the-top.
Whether you sip, mix into a spritzer, or pair with desserts, these bubbles set the stage for a romantic, indulgent, and effortlessly charming night in.
Taittinger
A prestigious Champagne house in Reims, France, Taittinger is renowned for refreshing, crisp, refined wines. Their signature Chardonnay, Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs, is a perfect choice for a romantic Valentine’s Day evening.
How to Use Taittinger (With Recipes)
Taittinger is best when you don’t overcomplicate it. Pair it with lightly sweet desserts for a delicate and refreshing experience.
Taittinger Champagnes are classically served chilled in a flute or tulip glass, but can be elevated in a minimalist cocktail:
Champagne Cocktail Recipe:
- 1 sugar cube
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Top with Taittinger
- A twist of lemon to finish it off
Desserts to Pair With Taittinger Champagnes
- Lemon tarts
- Almond cake or financiers
- Strawberries with crème fraîche
- Shortbread cookies
Our best pairing tip: Avoid overly sweet desserts with Taittinger, as this Champagne is very dry.
Rosa Regale Sparkling Red Brachetto D’acqui DOCG
Raspberry, rose, and strawberry notes make this sparkling Italian wine lightly sweet. The addition of bubbles makes it crisp, refreshing, and dessert-ready. Rosa Regale is lower in alcohol than other sparkling wines, making it so you can enjoy it without feeling overpowered.
How to Use Rosa Regale (With Recipes)
Rosa Regale is, at its core, a bubbly desert wine. You can enjoy it chilled in a wine glass, or go a bit further by incorporating berries. Don’t lean into sweets too far, as this wine is already sweet.
Berry Sparkler Recipe:
- 4 oz Rosa Regale
- Fresh raspberries or strawberries
- Optional splash of soda (for more carbonation)
Desserts to Pair With Rosa Regale
- Chocolate cake or brownies
- Chocolate-covered strawberries
- Raspberry tarts
- Cheesecakes (go with a chocolate-forward variety)
Our best pairing tip: Rosa Regale is excellent paired with chocolate. Lean into this, and you can’t miss.
Stella Rosa Rosé and Stella Rosa Red (Non Alcoholic) 
If your type of sparkling wine is sweet and fruit-forward, without the alcohol, Stella Rosa is an excellent choice. We recommend Stella Rosa Rosé or Stella Rosa Red, both of which have refreshing, gentle bubbles.
How to Use Stella Rosa Rosé or Stella Rosa Red (With Recipes)
Either the rose or red drink chilled or over ice with fresh fruit, or turn it into a delicate Spritzer for a fun, casual experience.
Stella Rosa Rosé or Stella Rosa Red Spritzer Recipe:
- 4 oz Stella Rosa Rosé or Stella Rosa Red
- 2 oz soda water (or lemonade for a more citrusy flavor)
- Citrus or fresh berries
Desserts to Pair With Stella Rosa Rosé or Stella Rosa Red
- Fruit salad (use fresh fruit)
- Angel food cake
- Vanilla cupcakes
- Sorbet or gelato
Our best pairing tip: Avoid rich or bitter desserts as these flavors can overpower Stella Rosa.
Dessert-Ready Cocktails For This Valentine’s Day
Whether you’re looking for the refined, dry elegance of Taittinger, the dessert-ready sweetness of Rosa Regale, or the fun and fruity Stella Rosa, each of these crisp, bubbly drinks adds to the romance of your Valentine’s Day without feeling cliche or overpolished.
