Dave McIntyre's WineLine: Loredan Gasparini Prosecco, $12

December 03, 2009

Loredan Gasparini Prosecco, $12

This is the first in a series of posts throughout December on sparkling wines that offer great value for their price.

Loredan Gasparini offers this textbook Prosecco, with delightful apple flavors, surprising depth and refreshing acidity. It picks up an intriguing spice note with Sichuan peppercorns, making me think Prosecco might be a worthwhile partner to Asian cuisines. Chinese restaurants should at least give it a try. Made from organic grapes.

Imported by Dionysus Imports, Lorton, Virginia.

Dec 3, 2009 12:05:00 AM | Bargain Wines, Chinese Food, Food and Drink, Italy, Sparkling Wine, Wine

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