About Demi Sec

About Demi Sec
Demi-Sec, literally "half-dry" is a term used in Champagne. Although called half-dry, a demi-sec Champagne is medium sweet, as it is legally defined as having between 33 to 50 grams of residual sugar. Thus a demi-sec is too sweet for the dinner table, but works well with pastries and cakes.

Once popular, it has declined in sales, as consumers prefer drier Champagnes.

Top Picks for Demi Sec

Door 44 2023 bubbler Wisconsin
86 points
$23
When you expect this as the cold hardy Chi-berian sparkling wine that it is, this is a good choice for a frosty morning tailgate at Camp Randall, Soldier Field or up in Minnesota.
Wines Til’ Friday NV Sparkling Demi-Sec American
86 points
$9
Best Buy
A pleasant sipper on its own that will make a versatile base for Champagne cocktails.
86 points $9 Best Buy
Chateau Chantal NV Celebrate Sparkling Rosé Old Mission Peninsula
85 points
$18
Pleasant flavors of orchard fruit and tropical fruits with floral highlights.