Veuve Ambal Brut Crémant De Bourgogne

A nice refreshing bubbly at a very reasonable price. From Natalie MacLean's review:

A staggeringly great value [at $22.90].... Tasty, toasty and bright with green apple refreshment. [It] finishes with white floral notes and lime zest. The vineyards from which the grapes are sourced have a similar topography to the neighboring region of Champagne to the north. Pair with fried chicken....

As she said, a great value. I enjoyed very much and would rate it 8.5/10.

Cecilia Brut Marlborough Cuvée NV

I had this at the Allan Scott Bistro winery in Marlborough area of New Zealand. The most sparkling of any sparkling wine I have had. Bubbles were still forming intensely from the base of the glass 10 minutes after it was poured. As they mention in their description, the wine has “a fine and persistent mousse,” and it tasted great. Cost was $24NZD. My rating 8/10.