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Ruggeri Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze Prosecco Brut DOCG

Vinum Lector Staff — Thu, 21 Aug 2025 09:59:51 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 11.5%
Residual sugar 8 g/l approx.

APPEARANCE
The bright straw-yellow colour, enlivened by delicate, greenish nuances, displaying elegance, confirmed by a persistent perlage.

NOSE
Hints of summer pear and wild flowers.

PALATE
On the palate, it displays a perfect balance between zesty acidity and mineral notes, rewarding with a long finale.

AGEING
Vinification off the skins at a controlled temperature, followed by a slow second refermentation in large sealed vats.

PAIRING
Excellent as an aperitif or with crustaceans, molluscs and other fish-based dishes such as seafood risotto, sushi, fish tartare and marinated fish.

RATINGS

90pts

4.1

Astoria Butterfly Prosecco Extra Dry (375ml)

Vinum Lector Staff — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 10:09:12 +0000

Astoria Wines is one of the leading exponents of the Art of Prosecco. It was founded in 1987 by a family that had been dedicated to vine growing for generations and it is now the leading private Conegliano-Valdobbiadene DOCG wine maker, with countless accolades from top wine competitions. The Astoria world is presented using fresh, highly appealing and carefully gauged aesthetics and communication methods that are clear and instantly recognizable. Its values have earned it numerous wine packaging awards. Astoria can rightly be considered a revolutionary company of Prosecco and not only: on the one hand the renewal in the vineyard and the modernization in the cellar and on the other the actions and interventions of marketing, have been able to give a momentum in the market and in the category. Particular attention is paid to the bottles, in the names, formats or serigraphs which are nothing more than a preview of what is inside! Butterfly Prosecco is very pleasant, with a fruity explosion that surprises even in the mouth and which represents a confirmation of the excellent combination of tradition and innovation. For more info, visit Astoria website. VARIETALS 100% Glera VINTAGE NV (375ml) Download Tasting Note

Fratelli Cosmo Prosecco Extra Dry DOC

Vinum Lector Staff — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 09:05:33 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 11.5%

APPEARANCE
It appears luminous and sparkling, with a delicate bead of fine bubbles and a soft but generous mousse.

NOSE
The bouquet is generous, with emphatic notes of Golden Delicious apple, peach, and wisteria, displaying a wonderful balance between fragrance and refreshing crispness.

PALATE
The palate is fruit-forward and smooth, full-bodied and well-structured; overall, it is a harmonious and elegant sparkling wine.

AGEING
After gravity settling, the must re-ferments in 100hl steel pressure fermenters for about 2 months, in accord with the Italian Method.

PAIRING
An ideal aperitif wine, while its firm structure and body admirably suit it for partnering with Italian antipasti and first courses of vegetable and fish.

RATINGS
3.8

Astoria Ventus Prosecco Millesimato Brut DOC

Vinum Lector Staff — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:06:24 +0000

Maia Prosecco Doc Extra Dry Bio

Vinum Lector Staff — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 18:39:33 +0000

The name Maia comes from an ancient tradition. Maia is in fact one of the seven sisters stars that together form the constellation of the Pleiades. Since ancient times guided sailors and farmers of Lake Garda in navigation and harvesting.

The Maia sparkling wine range is enriched with the new Prosecco Extra Dry Doc Bio, an authentic expression of the Italian winemaking tradition.

Certified organic.

For more info, visit Maia Wine website. VARIETALS 100% Glera VINTAGE NV Download Tasting Note

Montelliana 57 Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Extra Dry

Vinum Lector Staff — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 04:44:10 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 11%
Residual sugar 16 g/l

APPEARANCE
Pale, straw-yellow colour with impeccable clarity, highlighted by a persistent perlage.

NOSE
On the nose, an intensely fruity bouquet is reminiscent of Golden Delicious apples and acacia flowers.

PALATE
The taste is sapid, pleasantly lightweight and low in alcohol.

AGEING
White wine method with soft pressing, Charmat fermentation method.

PAIRING
Ideal as an aperitif, but also perfect with all courses of the meal when served with fish and white meat dishes. Serve at 6-8° C.

RATINGS

4

Montelliana Mont Blanc Cuvée Extra Dry

Vinum Lector Staff — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 04:31:40 +0000

In the heart of the Marca Trevigiana, at the foot of Colli Asolani and Montello district, stands Cantina Montelliana, a cooperative of 400 associated vine growers that produces Prosecco DOC, DOCG, and other wines of high organoleptic value. Cantina Montelliana is equipped with modern and cutting-edge facilities that guarantee quality, hygiene, and safety throughout the production chain. At the same time, it follows traditional wine-making methods, fruit of the experience and vine-growing culture of the territory. Montelliana Mont Blanc Cuvée Extra Dry is a fine and prestigious sparkling wine obtained by natural fermentation with the Charmat method. And a very versatile wine that goes very well both as an aperitif and throughout the meal. For more info, visit Montelliana website. VARIETALS 100% Glera VINTAGE NV Download Tasting Note

Astoria Galie Prosecco Extra Dry

Vinum Lector Staff — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 08:14:28 +0000

Astoria Wines is one of the leading exponents of the Art of Prosecco. It was founded in 1987 by a family that had been dedicated to vine growing for generations and it is now the leading private Conegliano-Valdobbiadene DOCG wine maker, with countless accolades from top wine competitions. The Astoria world is presented using fresh, highly appealing and carefully gauged aesthetics and communication methods that are clear and instantly recognizable. Its values have earned it numerous wine packaging awards. The utmost care was taken by the Venetians when expertly selecting the finest raw materials and using them to make boats of all kinds, including galleys (known as “galìe”), sailing ships and round ships (known as “navi tonde”). Galìe closely reflects artisan experiences. It is an Extra Dry Prosecco that is made exclusively with Glera grapes from hillside vineyards and sublimely showcases the invaluable ingredients from our local area. This polished DOC Prosecco suits every occasion in the most sophisticated of ways. For more info, visit Astoria website. VARIETALS 100% Glera VINTAGE NV Download Tasting Note

Astoria Butterfly Prosecco Rosé Extra Dry

Vinum Lector Staff — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 08:05:25 +0000

Astoria Wines is one of the leading exponents of the Art of Prosecco. It was founded in 1987 by a family that had been dedicated to vine growing for generations and it is now the leading private Conegliano-Valdobbiadene DOCG wine maker, with countless accolades from top wine competitions. The Astoria world is presented using fresh, highly appealing and carefully gauged aesthetics and communication methods that are clear and instantly recognizable. Its values have earned it numerous wine packaging awards. Like a diamond in the center of a crown, this Prosecco DOC Rosé is a sparkling wine that reveals all the passion of a family committed, for generations, to viticulture and sustainable quality. An innovative fusion of Glera and Pinot Nero , this Prosecco literally enters the Astoria range 'with a bang', revealing itself to be a taste with a wisely measured balance, as well as a new reality also for the DOC itself which, until 2020, did not include Rosé versions . From the infinite pleasure of drinking and the unmistakable packaging that distinguishes Astoria, this Millesimato will be the wine of the new aperitif! For more info, visit Astoria website. VARIETALS Glera and Pinot Nero VINTAGE 2023 Download Tasting Note

Astoria Butterfly Prosecco Extra Dry

Vinum Lector Staff — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 07:56:36 +0000