About Rose Prosecco

About Rose Prosecco
Prosecco is one of Italy's most beloved sparkling wines and now wine lovers the world over can fall in love with its newest recognized category: Rose Prosecco. Made primarily from the Glera grape (formerly known as Prosecco), it is generally made in two styles, frizzante (lightly sparkling) or as a traditional sparkling wine.

Most versions of Prosecco are made according to the Charmat (or Martinotti) method; unlike the classic method of Champagne, where the secondary fermentation takes place in a bottle, fermentation for Prosecco occurs in a steel tank. This is done as Prosecco is a lighter-styled sparkling wine and winemakers want to preserve as much freshness as possible. (Recently, a few producers have produced Prosecco via the classic method, but this is the exception.)

The most famous examples of Prosecco are from the Conegliano-Valdobbiadene area of the Veneto region, but the wine is also produced in other parts of Veneto and even in the neighboring region of Friuli. As the name has not been protected, Prosecco is also used as the name for inexpensive sparking wines made in such countries as Brazil, Argentina, Romania and Australia.

As Rose Prosecco is generally priced in the low to mid-teens and has a reputation as a fun, easy-drinking sparkler, it has enjoyed tremendous sales success in the US and many countries. Consume these upon release; while a few examples can age, there is no reason not to enjoy Rose Prosecco as fresh as possible. Drink on its own or with lighter meals (seafood, white meats, risotto) or with fresh fruit.

Top Picks for Rose Prosecco

Kirkland Signature 2023 Rosé Prosecco DOC
93 points
$7
Best Buy
A lovely Rosé Prosecco with a very pleasant red berry essence.
93 points $7 Best Buy
Kirkland Signature 2022 Rosé Prosecco DOC
93 points
$7
Best Buy
A fruity, vibrant, spry Prosecco that refreshes the palate with every sip.
93 points $7 Best Buy
Ca’ di Rajo 2022 Brut Rosé Prosecco di Treviso DOC
93 points
$14
Best Buy
A pleasing and easy sipping Rosé with a touch of red fruits; extremely food friendly.
93 points $14 Best Buy
Gancia 2021 Rosé Prosecco DOC
92 points
$12
Best Buy
A fun loving Prosecco that delivers on traditional aromas and flavors while adding a splash of color and red berry character.
92 points $12 Best Buy
Ciao Bella 2022 Rosé Prosecco DOC
92 points
$14
Best Buy
A welcoming everyday Prosecco with just enough Pinot Noir to add both color and a complexity of delicate red fruits in balance with the classic peach and pear flavors.
92 points $14 Best Buy
Candoni NV Rosé Prosecco DOC
91 points
$16
Best Buy
A lovely wine for any summer occasion, with peach blossoms and a light sweetness with a pop of red berries; fun and easy drinking with just enough complexity to keep you coming back.
91 points $16 Best Buy
Kirkland Signature 2022 Rosé Glera
90 points
$7
Best Buy
As Prosecco using Pinot Noir goes, this is very good, easily approachable, and shows some of the red berry character.
90 points $7 Best Buy
Crizali 2023 Extra Dry Rosé Prosecco DOC
89 points
$14
Best Buy
A pretty color, and with a refreshing citrus and pleasing light red berry aspect.
89 points $14 Best Buy
Ca’ di Rajo 2023 Brut Rosé Prosecco Di Treviso DOC
88 points
$14.99
Best Buy
A solid Prosecco with a dash of red berry zest and flavor.
88 points $14.99 Best Buy
The Collection 2020 Rosé Prosecco DOC
88 points
$10
Best Buy
Tropical, rich, and nutty, this is an interesting expression of Prosecco that would probably be fantastic with Pad Thai.
88 points $10 Best Buy