The Best Prosecco Wines to Buy Right Now

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Prosecco is a popular sparkling wine produced in the Veneto region of Italy that, per DOC regulations, must be made with a minimum of 85% Glera, a grape native to the region. But the world of Prosecco is far more diverse than many realize, with a range of styles to suit nearly every palate and occasion.

Italy’s best-known sparkler boasts varying degrees of sweetness, DOCG-regulated terroir-driven bottlings, and distinct production methods that result in truly one-of-a-kind wines.

Rifermentato vs. Traditional Method Sparklers

The vast majority of these wines are made in the Charmat method, which means that the second fermentation takes place in large, stainless-steel tanks instead of the bottle.

“Charmat wines tend to be lighter with a soft creamy bubble,” says Wine Enthusiast writer-at-large Jeff Porter, who reviews wines from Northern Italy.

Easily distinguishable from its Charmat–made brethren, a lesser-known cohort of Prosecco labelled as Col Fondo undergoes secondary fermentation in the bottle. Though somewhat similar to the méthode Champenoise, this uniquely Italian technique, called rifermentato, produces a vastly different result from traditional method bubblies.”

Technically these two styles are the same in principle,” says Porter. “But traditional method wines are disgorged prior to selling: therefore the yeast does not stay in the bottle and the wine will not have small particles floating around. Rifermentato wines have the lees in direct contact with the wine until you open it, giving the wine more richness, texture, and maybe a slightly more savory side in comparison to the traditional method wines.”

The Diverse World of Prosecco

Where Col Fondo wines “deserve to be with food,” Porter says, the lighter, fresher versions of Prosecco are prime picks for aperitivo.

Porter particularly appreciates bottles hailing from the esteemed Conegliano Valdobbiadene Superiore DOCG, one of his “go-to” places when he’s seeking a “vibrant and energetic sparkling wine.”

So, whether you’re looking for a sparkling wine that’s fresh and fruity or savory and textural, there’s a Prosecco to suit every meal and mood.

“There is not one right way” to enjoy these wines, Porter says. “These are all just different styles of the same theme and that is what makes them great. You can use them like you use different spices with a dish. It all depends on how you feel.”

From light to rich and bone dry to slightly sweet, consider giving these top-rated Proseccos a try.

Col Fondo

“These wines are all about texture,” says Porter. “The extra time on the lees and the fact that the lees are still in the bottle give the wine a richness that is balanced by the acidity yet gives more weight to the wine. It works really well with grilled pork or mushrooms. It is not just an apero wine but more a gustatory wine.”

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Conegliano Valdobbiadene Superiore DOCG

Hailing from steep slopes on the hills stretching northwest from Conegliano towards Valdobbiadene, “these wines are precise, pure, and have a driving minerality,” says Porter.

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Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG

These somewhat less common bottlings, produced in Treviso between the towns of Cornuda and Asolo, are generally “crunchy and fresh with a salty finish that makes the mouth water, forcing you to grab that second glass a bit quicker than expected,” says Porter.

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Brut

By far the most popular style available, traditional brut bottlings fall under “your classic idea of Prosecco,” says Porter. “Ample fruit notes mixed with some fresh flowers and a bright finish.”

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Extra Dry

Somewhat similar to the brut selections above, extra dry Proseccos boast all of the fruit and fresh flower notes with a similarly bright finish, says Porter. However, extra dry can be a confusing misnomer, as these bottles come with “a hint of sweetness that adds a bit more roundness to the wine.”

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Fiol 2021 Rosé Extra Dry Sparkling Blend (Prosecco)

Forest berries and wild thyme create an untamed aromatic escape. Tart red currants and woodland strawberries race across the palate with surprising vibrancy, while light, persistent bubbles and mouthwatering acidity make this feel like biting into fresh-picked berries on a hiking trail. 90 Points— J.P.

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Published: March 31, 2026