![]() The Prosecco DOC, or “Denominazione di Origine Controllata,” is the broadest geographic area where Prosecco can be produced. There are two main classifications for Prosecco… Prosecco DOC The highest quality Prosecco comes from the Treviso province of Veneto, between the towns of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene, on a convenient route dubbed “La Strada di Prosecco” (or, “The Prosecco Road”) that you can travel along to taste the best examples of the wine. You can buy sparkling wines made the same way (using the Charmat method) all over the world, but they cannot be labelled “Prosecco”. Like Champagne in France, Prosecco can only be produced within a specific geographic border in this part of Italy. Prosecco is made in the foothills of the Veneto region of Northern Italy (just north of the city of Venice). That being said, as we learned in Italy, a higher quality Prosecco Superiore (DOCG) can maintain its vibrancy for up to 7 years (more info on Prosecco Superiore below)! Where Is Prosecco Made? Unlike Champagne, Prosecco doesn’t typically improve with age and should be enjoyed within 2 years of purchase. The Charmat method produces youthful wines that are fresh, fruity and vibrant – and meant to be enjoyed that way. ![]() It does, however, make for two very different styles of wine. That helps to explain the $15/bottle price point.īut does that mean that one method is better than the other? Not necessarily.
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