May Bubbly Club: Iowa

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Numero 1
Sparkling Wine
Veneto, Italy

BUBBLY WINE STYLE

In the glass, light straw with greenish reflections. The bouquet is extremely fine and fruity, ranging from floral to green apple scents. The palate has a persistent taste. This bright wine reveals a harmonious and balanced sweetness.

Alcohol: 11% alcohol / volume
Altitude: Mainly in the plains
Vinification: Soft pressing and fermentation at a controlled temperature
Sparkling and Refining Processes: 3-month processing with Charmat method, followed by aging in bottle
Storage and Serving Recommendations: Chill the wine gradually without causing sudden changes in temperature to enjoy the product at its best. Do not store the bottle for long periods in the refrigerator. Ideal when served at 43-46°F.
Food Pairings: This sparkling wine can be consumed throughout any meal, but is excellent when pairing with sophisticated dishes and finger food.

WINEMAKING NOTES:
N1 is a special sparkling wine, obtained from a careful selection of grapes from the most prestigious wine-growing areas of the Veneto region, which makes it suitable for every occasion. The longstanding tradition of Valdobbiadene in making spumante, which is known and appreciated throughout Italy, is expressed at its best in Valdo’s Numero 1.


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Marca Oro Brut
Prosecco DOC
Veneto, Italy

BUBBLY WINE STYLE

In the glass, light straw with greenish reflections. The nose is slightly fruity and the palate is harmonious and reminiscent of ripe, wild apple.

Varietal: Glera
Alcohol:
11% alcohol / volume
Altitude: 80 meters above sea level
Vinification: Soft pressing and fermentation at a 64°F controlled temperature
Sparkling and Refining Processes: 3-month processing followed aging in the bottle
Storage and Serving Recommendations: Chill the wine gradually without causing sudden changes in temperature to enjoy the product at its best. Do not store the bottle for long periods in the refrigerator. Ideal when served at 43-46°F in a flute glass.
Food Pairings: Thanks to its versatility, this wine is perfect for many different occasions, but with appetizers and first courses is a great way to pop this bubbly.
Critical Acclaim:

  • 89 points – 2021 James Suckling
  • 91 Points – 2024 Tasting Panel

WINEMAKING NOTES:
Marca Oro is Valdo’s gold standard.  An elegant Prosecco that was first introduced in the 1950’s, winning the hearts of multiple generations since then. Born to be enjoyed as an aperitif or to enhance every moment.


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Marca Oro Rosé
Vintage Brut
Prosecco DOC
Veneto, Italy

BUBBLY WINE STYLE

In the glass, this Rosé Brut is soft, bright pink and reminiscent of wild rose petals. The nose is floral and delicately fruity, with hints of apple, pear and small red fruits. It is dry, pleasantly fruity and harmonious with persistent and bubbles.

Varietal: 90% Glera, 10% Pinot Noir
Alcohol:
11% alcohol / volume
Altitude: 80-100 meters above sea level
Vinification: Pinot Noir: One day of maceration and subsequent soft pressing. Glera: Soft pressing and fermentation at a controlled temperature.
Sparkling and Refining Processes: 3-month processing with Charmat method, followed by aging in bottle
Storage and Serving Recommendations: To better enhance the aromas and flavor of this sparkling wine, serve it in a large glass at a temperature of 43-46°F, gradually cooling the bottle beforehand. It’s important not to keep the wine in the fridge for too long.
Food Pairings: As an alternative pre-dinner drink, it also pairs well with Mediterranean cuisine. Try it with pasta and fish dishes such as tuna and sea bass tartare.
Critical Acclaim:

  • 90 points – 2021 James Suckling
  • Silver – 2021 China Wine Competition
  • Silver – 2021 The Drinks Business – The Prosecco Masters
  • Bronze – 2021 Decanter World Wine Awards

WINEMAKING NOTES:
Marca Oro Rosé represents the extension of the values and range of Marca Oro. It is young, bright, smart and trendy sparkling wine, and the result of a careful selection of high-quality grapes. With its clean-cut personality and enticing color, it is an ideal aperitif wine.

ABOUT THE WINERY:
Considered one of the oldest in the area, Valdo Winery is a name after the land it belongs to, Valdobbiadene. A name that is tightly linked to the Bolla family, who spread the culture of Prosecco in Italy and throughout the world for three generations. The Valdo wineries were established in the heart of Conegliano Valdobbiadene, a prestigious and UNESCO-recognized region in Veneto, Italy, located north of Venice. To learn more about Valdo’s legacy and winery click here. To learn more about this history and interesting facts about Prosecco click here.

 

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March Bubbly Club: Iowa

Bubbly Wine ClubKylie Rose prosecco wine bottleKylie Minogue Wines
Prosecco Rosé DOC
Gambellara, Italy

BUBBLY WINE STYLE

An elegant sparkling Prosecco Rosé with notes of fresh strawberries, raspberries, and blossom. Brightly textured and crisp palate with a refreshing citrus finish.

Varietal: 85% Glera, Pinot Nero 15%
Region: Gambellara, Italy
Vines: Average 10 years old
Harvest: Late August to mid-September
Pairing: Perfectly paired with fresh canapés, such as smoked salmon crostini or prosciutto-wrapped melon and fruit-based desserts. Serve chilled.

Winemaking:

  • The soil is made up of limestone, giving the wine mineral complexity
  • Strong sea breezes, constant sun, mistral winds, and cool nights create an ideal climate for fresh and acidic grapes
  • The grapes undergo a soft pressing and are either fermented or stored as unfermented must
  • Charmat method fermentation occurs at 62ºF for 60 days

ABOUT KYLIE MINOGUE WINES:
From the heart of Italy, Kylie Minogue has partnered with one of the most renowned premium Prosecco producers in the world to bring you her vision for Prosecco Rosé. Founded in 2020, Kylie Minogue Wines has achieved remarkable success with a diverse portfolio of nine exquisite wines. Among them, the globally best-selling Signature and Prosecco Rosé have captured the hearts of wine enthusiasts worldwide. Learn more here.

Kylie Minogue

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Arego Ruggeri Prosecco bubbly wine bottleRuggeri
Argeo Prosecco DOC
Veneto, Italy

BUBBLY WINE STYLE

Very pale straw yellow with greenish glints, perfect clarity with abundant, persistent, fine perlage. The fresh, elegant bouquet offers flowery sensations merging into a typically fruity harmonious complexity with intense aromas reminiscent of golden apple. Fresh, delicate, balanced on the palate and light in alcohol with a long fruity finish.

Varietal: Glera (min. 85%) and other local white grape varieties (max. 15%)
Analysis: 11% alcohol/volume
Residual Sugar: 12 g
Area of Production: Veneto, Italy, on the hillsides of the first slopes of the Dolomite mountains, in the extreme north of the Province of Treviso.

Winemaking: White vinification, that is to say without the skins, at a controlled temperature of 68ºF, for approximately 8 days. Pressure behind the cork: approximately 5 atm. The wine is then put through a slow re-fermentation in large sealed tanks at 54-57ºF.
Recommended Pairings: Perfect as an apéritif, it goes well with hors d’oeuvres and light first courses.
Critical Accolades:

  • 90 pts – James Suckling 2023
  • 90 pts – James Suckling 2021
  • 92 pts – BTI 2019

ABOUT RUGGERI WINERY:
Five generations of the Bisol family have shaped the development of a business that has a deep understanding of the future.
Ruggeri is one of the five founding producers of Prosecco, established by Giustino Bisol in 1950 in Santo Stefano, when commercialization of Prosecco began. In 1990 they relocated to the town of Valdobbiadene. They have long standing relationships with about 110 growers as most vineyards are on small plots of land, similar to Burgundy where no one owns very large acreage. Ruggeri sends their viticulturist to work with their growers, insuring consistency and quality. After hand harvesting the grapes, they are brought to the winery which has two independent receiving lines and five soft presses, ensuring that the grapes are processed immediately upon arrival. In 2019, Ruggeri was the first Prosecco producer to receive the prestigious Gambero Rosso “Star” classification, which is only given to wineries who have earned 10 or more Tre Bicchieri awards. They are extremely passionate, dedicated and consistent with 40% of their wines is sold in Italy, the rest is exported to 59 countries. Learn more here.

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