May We Propose Prosecco
The sale of Prosecco sparkling wine from Italy has exploded world wide in recent years. Produced by the Charmat Method in large tanks instead of single bottle fermentation, the reasonable price combined with premium quality are a winning combination. While it must be produced from the Glera grape, it can be grown in the nine provinces of Veneto. But producer Val d’Oca’s Prosecco hails from the much, much smaller premium hillside Valdobbiadene region located in the province of Treviso. The Superiore designation guarantees its authenticity from Valdobbiadene. Also, it is vintage dated, called Millesimato in Italian, rarely the case with most Proseccos. In 2019, the hills and valleys of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site primarily due to the region's central role in the establishment and production of Prosecco. The alcohol clocks in at a comfortable 11.5% alc./vol. The extra dry designation equates to a low 13 grams per litre of residual sugar. Aromatic and crisp, it brings to mind yellow apple, pear, white peach, and apricot notes. Tasting fresh and light, enjoy as you would any other quality sparkling wine.