Prosecco - Glera (Italy)

Prosecco is one of the world's most famous Sparkling wines.

It is produced in 9 different provinces in Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia.

The main grape used in Prosecco is Glera.

Typical Flavors


Apple
Apple
Pear
Pear
Peach
Peach
Melon
Melon

Honeysuckle
Honeysuckle
Honey
Honey
Tropical Fruit
Tropical Fruit
Hazelnut
Hazelnut

Typical Prosecco flavors are Yellow fruit such Apple, Pear, Peach and Melon.

Profile

Prosecco wines have less body than Champagne and larger bubbles:

SUGARDry
BODYLight
FRUITLow
ACIDITYMedium
Serving temperatures:
6-8°C (43-46°F)

Food Pairing

You can drink Sparkling Wines to almost everything.

Whether it is French Champagne, Spanish Cava or Italian Prosecco.


Aperitif
Aperitif
Salads
Salads
Sushi
Sushi
Sandwitch
Sandwitch

Crab
Seafood
French Fries
Fries
Egg
Egg Dishes
Spicy Food
Spicy Food

Prosecco pairs well with salt, because the bubbles break up the salt in the mouth.

The sweetness of Prosecco matches hot, spicy food.

Pairing Suggestions

Excellent Pairing:
Antipasti. Sandwiches. Focaccia.
Green Salad. Asparagus. Avocado. Artichokes.
Ham and Melon. Prosciutto. Serrano.
Egg Dishes. Omelette.
French Fries. Popcorn.

Cheese:
Soft and Fresh Cheeses.
Brie. Camembert. Washed-Rind. Robiola.