I was discussing everyday Cava and Prosecco the other day with a friend, as my wife really likes sparking wine and prefers extra dry, which is a little sweeter than Brut. He recommended that I try some Domaine Ste Michelle. I picked up a bottle and after we tried it I went back and picked up a few more.

Domaine Ste Michelle Extra Dry ($9.00)

From: Columbia Valley, Washington
A bit of toast and apples on the nose.

Good stream of bubbles.

Pears and apple on the palate. Nice and light, refreshing.

I ran across a December 2008 article that said St. Michelle's brut won out against Dom Perignon in a national taste test by 500 wine professionals. I certainly would not agree with that, but it is interesting.