You’ve been drinking Champagne WRONG: Master sommelier explains why you shouldn’t drink fizz out of a flute

A wine expert has revealed why you shouldn't drink champagne from a flute.

Master sommelier Olivier Krug, from Krug Champagne, was a guest at the 'Got Somme' podcast presented by Angus O'Loughlin and Carlos Santos.

In the 18-minute episode, he suggested using “real” glassware – such as a pinot noir or chardonnay glass – to taste all the elements of the champagne.

'Never drink champagne in a flute. It's like going to the opera with earplugs on, you miss everything,” Olivier said.

The claims shocked thousands after a short video was shared on Instagram.

Olivier said a few years ago he created the hashtag “No Flute” on social media after realizing that the vast majority of people use the tall, thin glass to drink champagne.

'I am passionate about glassware. To be honest, I was shocked to see how many people were given a large bottle of champagne and served in a flute,” he said.

He wondered why anyone would want to serve 'nice' expensive champagne in a flute.

'Let's say Grande Cuvee, it took twenty years to make this bottle. It took twenty years of passion to bring together all this element, the richness and the generous character, and put it into a flute that people won't feel a thing about,” Olivier continued.

He said you need the right glass, otherwise “everything escapes,” affecting the taste.

“You need a good glass, or even a pair of Pinot Noir glasses that are exceptionally good, to release something that takes twenty years to prepare for your enjoyment,” he added.

In the 18-minute podcast episode, he recommended using “proper” glassware – such as a pinot noir or chardonnay glass – to taste all the elements of the champagne.

The short video has since been viewed a whopping 3.9 million times and received more than 1,835 comments.

Although opinions were divided, wine experts agreed with Olivier.

'French barmaid here. His point is valid. Champagne is above all a wine, so if you want all its aromas and flavors you need a rounder glass,” one woman wrote.

'The tube shape of a flute does not allow the aromas to expand properly and allows the bubble to escape too quickly (the same goes for a coupe). For example, you have tulip glasses specially made for sparkling wines and champagne, but a red wine glass is the best option.'

But others laughed and joked.

“He loses it when I add orange juice to it,” said one, while another wrote: “I drink it straight from the bottle. Fight with me.'

A third added: 'Just don't drink from a plastic cup!'

Someone else wrote: 'Just drink it from a normal wine glass! Tastes great. I like champagne.'