Prosecco: like an overgrown garden riddled with ivy, is everywhere. Everyone wants it, everyone is selling it but it’s caught what I call Pinot Grigio syndrome: an affliction that affects the cost of a bottle but not the quality.
Remember when Pinot Grigio was the cheapest white in the bar? And Prosecco the cheapest sparkling? Well, they too often taste as such but have a look next time you’re out and about, I bet you’re paying third or forth position prices on the wine list, si? The prices won’t come down, of course, but my gut and my purse tells me that given time all that sparkles may not just be Prosecco.
If you’re wondering what to turn to for a thoughtful alternative then stay in Italy, in the Emilia Romagna region to be precise, and look no further than Bonelli’s Ortrugo 2013, a frizzante style of fruity, summery, elderflowery goodness. At £12.95 from Park & Bridge you’d do well to grab a bottle and drink to the future of Italian sparkling wine.
Life after Prosecco…. what’s next?? http://t.co/a0CZ3qpky2 http://t.co/mpLfPGkBhW
RT @MissBouquet: Has Prosecco caught Pinot Grigio syndrome?? http://t.co/xhethMUV5G
Lovely write up of Bonelli Ortrugo as an alternative to Prosecco, from @MissBouquet http://t.co/nFDbCWZpuM