ITALY
PROSECCO SALES HAVE skyrocketed in recent years, largely thanks to the price tag. Classy but not as expensive as Champagne, it is seen by many as a great alternative fizz. So what’s the difference? Prosecco is produced using the efficient and inexpensive tank method, rather than the traditional method. As a wine designed to be consumed young, the tank method allows Prosecco to showcase its clean and floral aromas. The name Prosecco comes from the small town in the north of Italy where it all began. The region was promoted to DOC (quality guarantee) and DOCG (highest quality guarantee) status in 2009.
“ A light, easy-to-drink bubbly with subtle floral and pear notes ”
GRAPES
Prosecco is produced almost entirely from the white Glera grape variety (which used to be called Prosecco). Other grapes such as Perera, Bianchetta, and Verdiso can also be used, as well as some international varieties.
TASTE
Look out for: apple, peach, and kiwi, with a creamy and uplifting floral to the finish.
STYLES
BRUT
This is the most common style.
EXTRA DRY
Medium-dry or off-dry.
DRY
Medium or medium-sweet.
FRIZZANTE
If you see this label, it means the wine is semi-sparkling, rather than sparkling (spumante).
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