Category: Italy

Rivata Prosecco

90
Rivata
Varietal: Sparkling
Country of Origin: Italy
Retail Price: $12

Tasting Notes: The fruit-forward initial flavor of this Venetian wine is followed by a fruit-centric finish, keeping strong notes of green apples, lemons and limes. Lively acidity and a juicy texture balance out the bright sweetness and keep the wine well composed.
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Dei Signori Prosecco Extra Dry

91
Dei Signori
Varietal: Sparkling
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Conegliano Valdobbiadene
Retail Price: $20

Tasting Notes: A juicy nectarine-laden Prosecco that is full of pleasant floral, ginger and lychee notes. The Mosel-like acidity keeps the profile together and this wine is as refreshing as it is deep and complex with a firm finish.
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Tosca Prosecco DOC

91
Tosca
Varietal: Sparkling
Country of Origin: Italy
Retail Price: $15

Tasting Notes: Floral and fruity aromas with hints of fresh peaches and apples. Refreshing and well balanced with a crisp, dry, fruity finish.
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Brachetto d’Aqui Rosa Regale 2015

91
Brachetto d'Aqui
Varietal: Sparkling
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: Italy
Retail Price: $18.99

Tasting Notes: Delightfully festive sparkler with hints of rose petals and ripe, red raspberries. Even the non-bubbly drinker would like this with desserts of dark chocolate, cheesecake and spring salads with goat cheese and cranberries.
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Armani Sparkling Rosé

91
Armani
Fanciful Name: Sparkling
Varietal: Rosé
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Veneto
Retail Price: $16

Tasting Notes: This refreshing, crisp sparkler boasts notes of lilacs, strawberry and raspberry with a fruit-forward structure. The mouthfeel is smooth, approachable, with a bright savory mineral backbone that keeps the wine bright.
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Natincò Moscato d’Asti 2015

91
Natincò
Varietal: Sparkling
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Piedmont
Retail Price: $17

Tasting Notes: From Piedmont, a great example of what a well-done, low-alcohol, dessert-style of sparkling can bring to the table. With finesse and character, it can be a great end-of-meal wine, or sipped on it's own, when you'd like something sweet, yet delicate.
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Santi Nello Prosecco

91
Santi Nello
Varietal: Sparkling
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Valdobbiadene
Retail Price: $15

Tasting Notes: White flowers, golden apples, hazelnut and almonds layer and show the pedigree of Valdobbiadene. The wine builds richness while keeping present the fruit-forward softer side that is more common to this style.
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Dei Signori Prosecco Brut

92
Dei Signori
Varietal: Sparkling
Country of Origin: Italy
Retail Price: $20

Tasting Notes: A dry wine, yet laden with staple characteristics of white flowers, peach blossom and slight notes of Bartlett pear. Its dry nature lends to the hazelnut notes and a smoky sense in this bold prosecco.
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Canella Prosecco 2015

92
Canella
Varietal: Sparkling
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Conegliano Valdobbiadene
Retail Price: $25.99

Tasting Notes: Sourced from the very heart of the Prosecco district at Conegliano, and rated as a DOCG. Beautiful range of aromas, including mandarin orange, pear and lemon zest. More body and structure than most. Interesting hint of cinammon on the finish.
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Grüner Veltliner Szigeti Brut

92
Grüner Veltliner
Fanciful Name: Szigeti
Varietal: Sparkling
Country of Origin: Austria
Appellation: Neusiedlersee
Retail Price: $20

Tasting Notes: Grüner Veltliner is well established as a still wine. But here's a GV with lots of energy and personality — plenty bubbly. Bubbly, with a degree of elegance, with good fruit, and hints of spice. If you're a fan of sparkling wine with shellfish, and other delicately flavored foods, here's your perfect wine to pair with them.
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Armani Prosecco Extra Dry

92
Armani
Varietal: Sparkling
Country of Origin: Italy
Retail Price: $17

Tasting Notes: A plush and refreshing prosecco with an expressive mix of apple blossom and lemon zest. Ripe and bold fruit combine with savory acidity to give the wine balance, texture and depth.
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Fattoria Moretto Lambrusco 2014

93
Fattoria Moretto
Varietal: Sparkling
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: Italy
Retail Price: $18.99

Tasting Notes: I know what you're thinkin: Lamrbusco?! Trust us when we say this is a game changer. This off-dry, sparkling red wine from Emilia-Romagna is the Lambrusco that will change your mind. Fresh red fruit flavors abound from your glass and the finish keeps you coming back for more. Not to mention it is organically farmed, which is great for everyone involved. Bring this to any party and be the most popular person there.
Fattoria Moretto Lambrusco 2014

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