Prosecco

Italian sparkling wine from the Veneto — the Aperol Spritz's bubbles.

Fortified & Sparkling Wines Veneto, Italy 11% ABV
Flavor profile: fruityfloral

Prosecco is a sparkling wine from the Veneto region of Italy, made primarily from Glera grapes using the Charmat method (second fermentation in tank, not bottle). The result is lighter, fruitier, and less toasty than Champagne — pear, green apple, white flowers. Dry Prosecco (labeled Brut or Extra Dry) is the Spritz standard. Mionetto, La Marca, and Zardetto are reliable bottles.

Common uses

Aperol Spritz.

Cocktails that use Prosecco

  • Aperol Spritz — Aperol, Prosecco, and a splash of soda — Italy's afternoon ritual

Substitutes

  • Brut Champagne — More toast and yeast; dramatic shift in character.