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DOC stands for Denominazione di Origine Controllata, Italian for “controlled designation of origin.” On Prosecco it means the grapes were grown in the official Prosecco area of northeast Italy, the wine is at least 85% Glera, it was made under the Prosecco DOC rules, and it passed official checks before sale.
Read MoreBrut isn’t a different wine from Prosecco. Prosecco is the wine: an Italian sparkling wine from the official Prosecco DOC area, made mostly from the Glera grape. Brut is a sweetness level that tells you the wine is dry, with under 12 grams of sugar per liter. A bottle labeled “Prosecco DOC Brut” is both.
Read MoreProsecco typically tastes fresh and fruity, with apple, pear and floral notes. Sparkling styles add lively bubbles, while sweetness varies by bottle. A fruity aroma does not necessarily mean a sweet wine: check terms such as Brut or Extra Dry on the label.
Read MoreServe Prosecco at around 6–8°C (43–46°F), following the Prosecco DOC consortium’s guidance and any specific advice for your bottle. Keep it chilled between pours. Making room in the fridge beforehand is considerably easier than negotiating with a birthday cake.
Read MoreProsecco is worth trying with salty appetizers, lightly fried bites and simply prepared seafood. Match the wine’s sweetness to the finished dish, including its sauce. Bella Principessa white Brut and rosé Brut give you two styles to explore. Dinner need not become an exam.
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