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There are few things more celebratory than the pop of a cork and the effervescent dance of bubbles in a tall glass. And while Champagne often steals the limelight, Prosecco, Italy’s lively, approachable sparkling wine has quietly become a global favorite, winning over wine lovers with its easy elegance, crisp fruit notes, and charming versatility.
August 13 marks National Prosecco Day, an invitation to celebrate Italy’s signature sparkler in all its fizzy glory. But Prosecco is more than just a party pour, it’s a window into the culture, craft, and terroir of northern Italy’s Veneto region. At its best, Prosecco is joyful yet refined, made primarily from the Glera grape and produced via the Charmat method, which preserves its vibrant fruit and floral character.
Unlike Champagne, which undergoes its secondary fermentation in the bottle, Prosecco’s bubbles are born in stainless steel tanks, resulting in a brighter, slightly bolder effervescence. The result is a sparkling wine that’s often more affordable, more fruit-forward, and just as versatile in the glass. Whether sipped solo on a sunny afternoon, paired with a citrusy seafood crudo, or mixed into a refreshing Aperol spritz, Prosecco delivers on both flavor and fun.
For those looking to explore beyond the supermarket labels, there’s a world of Prosecco to discover. From the refined hills of Conegliano Valdobbiadene (home to the DOCG designation) to smaller grower-producers crafting elegant, terroir-driven expressions, the range and quality of Prosecco is richer than many realize.
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And for curious collectors or casual sippers alike, platforms like Last Bubbles offer a unique entry point into this sparkling universe. Based in Napa Valley, Last Bubbles is a daily wine deal site devoted exclusively to sparkling wines, with a global lens and sommelier-level curation. It’s an insider’s guide to the world’s best bubblies (Prosecco included!) delivered straight to your inbox (and your doorstep).
This Prosecco Day, consider raising your glass not just to Italy’s iconic sparkler, but to the joy of discovery itself. Because the best bubbles aren’t always the ones with the biggest names, they’re the ones you uncork, sip, and remember.
Disclaimer: Written in partnership with APG.
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