Prosecco

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Prosecco: Italy's most sparkling wine!

Prosecco is a sparkling wine that threatens to steal champagne's thunder. Delicious and subtle, it is a huge success in China, the USA and the UK. We tell you all about this Italian wine that has it all!

What about prosecco wine?

The production area for Italian prosecco wine extends over 25,000 hectares near Venice in northern Italy. Large quantities of prosecco wine are consumed around the world every year.

This dry, airy wine with fine or abundant bubbles comes in many versions: prosecco spumante and prosecco frizzante, among others. The former is sparkling. This is due to its second fermentation, using the Charmat method (in vats). Ideal as an aperitif. Fresh as can be, it wakes up even the laziest taste buds.

The second is more discreet, but just as refined. Its second fermentation was carried out in the bottle. Prosecco spumante is strongly linked to Italian tradition. It comes in a bottle sealed with a cork or capsule.

Why such success?

We love this wine for its fruity taste, a real treat for the palate. Those who have already tasted it reveal that they have the impression of biting into fresh fruit.

Just as delicious as champagne, prosecco is considerably less expensive. A bottle of white prosecco wine sells for between €8 and €15. This affordable price also helps to reinforce its reputation.

The biggest consumers are Americans. Sales of DOC prosecco rose by 34% last year. In the UK, sales rose by over 60% in the same year. China is also a big fan of this purely Italian wine. This craze has been noticed over the last year or two.

How to choose your Prosecco wine?

A number of criteria can influence your choice:

- Flavor: proseccos vary according to their sugar content. Processo Dry, with a fairly high sugar content, is dedicated to the end of the meal. It's the perfect accompaniment to exotic dishes with a spicy touch. Prosecco brut or prosecco white wine, which is drier, is the most widely available. Extra-dry prosecco, often served as an aperitif, has a sugar content of between 12 and 15g. It goes well with seafood, fried fish and pizza.

- Price: there are many differences between the vineyards that produce prosecco wine. On the one hand, there are vineyards scattered across the hills, with more or less limited yields. On the other, there are those on the plains, suitable for mass production. As a result, prices are lower. This disparity in production zones explains the price fluctuations observed. Proseccos range from €3.50 to €25.

- The appellation: DOCG (denominazione d'origine controllata e garantita) terroirs are located in the province of Treviso. They include Conegliano, Asolo and Valdobbiadene. What's more, these are the most renowned products. Please refer to the label on the bottle for further information.

Verdict: prosecco or champagne?

Prosecco is meant to be more casual than champagne. According to Mr. Vettorello, leading producer of superior prosecco, tuxedos are a must when drinking champagne. Prosecco also has its own grand cru: Cartizze, produced on 107 hectares. Each bottle costs €20. For a success story that continues over time, quality must not change.

The choice is between prosecco and champagne. While some consumers prefer champagne, others swear by prosecco!

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FIOL - Prosecco Extra dry

Prosecco|Sparkling wine

Médaille d'argent New York International Wine Competition

Médaille de bronze Decanter

Italy

Glera

fruity

floral

"A smooth, creamy Prosecco from Veneto, to be enjoyed neat or in a cocktail!"

"Delicate notes of red apple, pomegranate and flowers, with crisp acidity and a long, fresh finish." (Decanter 2023)

Casa Bianca - Asolo Prosecco Superiore Brut

Asolo Prosecco Superiore|Sparkling wine

3.5/5 (21 reviews)

92/100 James Suckling

Italy

fine bubbles

aperitif

spritz

tapas

"Your best ally for a refreshing Spritz or with tapas!"

"Lots of foam at first, which takes a while to fade to allow the lovely lemon and lemon blossom aromas to come out of the glass. There are also notes of licorice chalk. On the rather dense palate, the chalk becomes crème fraîche and the lemon is absorbed into the creamy mineral texture with enough fizz to keep the sparkle. Pleasant, persistent and creamy but also crisp finish. This is a very good Prosecco." (James Suckling 2021).

Casa Bianca - Asolo Prosecco Superiore Brut

Terre di San Venanzio Fortunato - Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore Brut

Prosecco Valdobbiadene|Sparkling wine

3.6/5 (116 reviews)

Italy

fine bubbles

aperitif

This Prosecco is bright and brilliant, with delicate aromas of lemon, green apple and fresh grass. The palate reveals fine bubbles, liveliness and a certain sweetness. Superb with grilled fish or as an aperitif!

Terre di San Venanzio Fortunato - Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore Brut

Azienda Bisol - Prosecco Vaporetto Brut

Prosecco|Sparkling wine

3.5/5 (20 reviews)

Italy

grapefruit

spritz

With its golden color and fine, persistent bubbles, this cuvée Vaporetto is delicate and well-structured, with lively aromas of white-fleshed fruit and floral notes. Clean on the palate, with good tension and citrus and grapefruit aromas. A straightforward, juicy brut, ideal as an aperitif!

Terre di San Venanzio Fortunato - Prosecco Treviso

Prosecco Treviso|Sparkling wine

2.9/5 (17 reviews)

With its fine, refreshing bubbles and white fruit aromas enhanced by a hint of pear, Prosecco Treviso is undoubtedly the ideal companion for your aperitifs. The attack is frank and vigorous. At this price, how can you go without?

Terre di San Venanzio Fortunato - Prosecco Treviso

Azienda Col Vetoraz - Prosecco Valdobbiadene Brut

Prosecco|Sparkling wine

3.2/5 (8 reviews)

89/100 Robert Parker

From Valdobbiadene, this Prosecco is highly aromatic and balanced on the nose, evoking fresh fruit and a delicate floral nuance, with lots of freshness. On the palate, there's lovely fruit, citrus notes, volume, fatness, harmony and fullness with superb length and finesse... A sparkling wine to discover without delay!

Azienda Col Vetoraz - Prosecco Valdobbiadene Brut

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