Tis the Season for Superiore!
Tis the season for grabbing a bottle of Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG!
If you’re looking for quality sparkling wine to celebrate the holidays with, try a bottle of Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore!
Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco is a high-altitude production area for the highest quality Prosecco in Italy. It’s located in the Veneto region, where the vines grow in a beautiful hill-covered zone in the province of Treviso. This designated area has 15 communes in production, including two that the designation is titled after – Conegliano and Valdobbiadene. Meticulous care for the vines and the winemaking process ensure top standards are met for these special sparkling wines. At a reasonable price, grabbing a bottle (or two!) of CV Prosecco this holiday season for your festive celebrations should be a no-brainer.
The difference between Prosecco and Prosecco Superiore
Do you know the difference between Prosecco and Prosecco Superiore? Prosecco is not just “Italian sparkling wine” it’s a designation for sparkling wine. Prosecco is a fresh and fruity sparkling wine made predominately with the Glera grape, and is produced using tank method as opposed to barrel. This means that the wine receives no oak influence, and is a true, straight-forward representation of the grapes from this region.
Wines classified as Prosecco Superiore showcase a sense of place, and this classification represents assured quality standards from vineyard to winery. Look for DOCG on the label to know you are buying the best from this region, and to find the highest quality of this designation, look for Conegliano Valdobiaddene Prosecco Superiore DOCG.
The Beauty of a Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Vineyard
On July 7th , 2019, the Prosecco Hills of Conegliano Valdobbiadene were proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site. These special vineyards of ancient soils sit at high altitudes of up to 1640ft above sea level between the sea and the foothills of the Alps. Optimum grape growing happens here due to their unique qualities of the vineyards to produce high-quality wines. Thanks to their steep, south-facing slopes, vines obtain maximum sunlight and receive substantial amount of rain for the grapes but maintain proper soil drainage. The breeze the vines receive at this altitude also helps keep soils dry. The aspect of vineyards has led to “heroic viticulture” for the grape farmers. While 150 hours of manpower is needed for one hectare of land per year on the plains, an astonishing 600 hours of manual work is needed in the vineyards of these wonderous hills! Because of this, most properties are quite small, and family run. Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore wines are a true testament to their sense of place, reflecting the monumental beauty of these vineyards in the glass.
Val D’Oca Prosecco CV & Sustainability
The Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco D.O.C.G. Denomination launched the S.Q.N.P.I. (Sistema Qualità Nazionale Produzione Integrata) Certification in 2019 for the wine growers of the region. This certification system encompasses all the methods used in the production and defense of crops and aims to reduce the use of synthetic chemical substances down to a minimum in the vineyards. This certification also regulates fertilization practices. Several wineries quickly achieved certification, and a total of 10% of the grape growers fall under the umbrella of this accolade. The goal of Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco is to have all the Denomination certified by 2029.
This Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore from the winery Val D’Oca is cultivated with the high-quality grapes in the Valdobbiadene area and is certified by the SQNPI. This wine is elegant, with a delicate mousse. Vibrant peach, tangerine, and floral notes with an impactful, lingering finish. Refreshing and sensational! Incredible value also at $20.05/bottle! This is the perfect bottle for your holiday gatherings, and with our shortage on sparkling wines, it’s a good idea to grab one for your New Year’s Eve celebration now too.
Quality meets Affordability & Santa Margherita Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore
Looking for an affordable, but quality sparkling wine to celebrate the holidays with or even ring in the new year? Santa Margherita Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore is the perfect bottle for the occasion! This bottle is produced under the Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG, is of course made with the top-quality standards that this region is known for. The wine of this historic hilly landscape receives this special designation as they deliver excellent quality, but also reflect its unique sense of place.
The Santa Margherita Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore gives notes of white flowers, pear, and apricot. Playful bubbles and a flavourful, fresh, concentrated palate. Well-balanced and delicious! Sip it on its own or pair it with seafood appetizers.
Fast Facts
Here are some other interesting facts about Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco:
· Italy’s first School of Winemaking was founded in Conegliano in 1876
· The Prosecco Hills of Conegliano Valdobbiadene were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2019
· To produce Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore, a minimum of 85% of the wine must be made up of Glera
· Conegliano Valdobbiadene is the largest zone in Europe to forbid the use of glyphosate. 42.1% of the Sparkling Wine from here is exported.
· It’s best to drink Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore the first year after harvest, when the qualities of the wine best express themselves, but if you cellar them, you will discover amazing and evolved aromas
Sip Superiore!
A superior sip doesn’t have to break the bank this holiday season, and you can feel good about having an eco-conscious, hard-working, passionate region gracing your glass with Conegliano Valdobiaddene Prosecco Superiore DOCG.
