Prosecco is like a pop princess, bubbly, pretty, a little bit sweet and, so much fun! Oh, and if you’re not too keen on one, there’s hundreds of others out there so you’re bound to find a match.
Made with a grape variety called glera and hailing from northeast Italy, prosecco is produced using the tank (also called charmat) method, where the base wine goes through secondary fermentation in-tank, not in-bottle like the champagne method, before bottling. Generally made in an easy-drinking, off-dry style, but there are more serious versions available. Only a year ago the Prosecco DOC Consortium approved the production of prosecco rosé, made by adding pinot noir to the base wine. While not everyone was happy about it at the time, the people have spoken, and it has been a huge success. Check it out and pop some prosecco to fight off those winter blues!
Tosti Prosecco Doc Rosè Millesimato
Glengarry Stores, $19.99
A pretty pink colour with fine bubbles and demure aromas of citrus and berries. This wine is crisp and refreshing and drier than you might expect. The aromas continue onto the palate and you are left with a long, refreshing finish.
Tosti Prosecco Doc
Glengarry Stores, $19.99
Lovely and light, aromas and flavours of apple, sweet lemon, and floral notes. Small and persistent bubbles, a fun, off dry wine that is perfect for afternoon sipping, starting off an evening or matched with platters, chicken salads or fish tacos.
BRILLA! Prosecco DOC Rosé
Fine Wine Delivery Company, $19.99
The palest of pale pink, the wine packaging is about as bling as you can get! The hashtag #drinkpink was invented for a wine like this. Tiny bubbles rise to the surface and bring the aromas of red apple, citrus and cherry.
Bandini Prosecco Extra Dry DOC
Black Market, $19.99
She’s a fizzy one! A vigorous bead with flavours and aromas of white peach, lemon, crunchy apple and white blossom. A slight creaminess to the palate adds weight and a light, salty mineral note on the finish making this a very food friendly wine. Drink on its own or match with ceviche, scallops or dishes with a bit of spice.
Borga Prosecco
Caro’s, $24.99
A beautiful example of prosecco, lovely fruit concentration and lifted floral aromas with touches of citrus and stone fruit. Perfectly formed little bubbles dance on your tongue and delight the tastebuds with flavours of nectarine, mandarin and a bright acidity on the finish.
Words—Angie Atkinson, The Wine Writer
