Nino Franco - Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore DOCG Rustico (750ml)

Price: $20.99

In Mixed Case: $18.89

Producer	Nino Franco
Country	Italy
Region	Veneto
Subregion	Prosecco di Conegliano-Valdobbiadene
Varietal	Prosecco
Sku	8689108224
Size	750ml

Nino Franco Description

#1 Wine Enthusiast Top 100 Wines of 2019

Made in the heart of the Prosecco DOCG zone, Nino Franco’s Rustico Prosecco Superiore is unquestionably the world’s finest value in a high-quality sparkling wine. Made from 100% Glera (traditionally called Prosecco), the non-vintage, light-bodied Rustico offers gorgeously elegant notes of pear, citrus and honeysuckle. The texture is creamy, soft and delicate with persistent effervescence.

The word ‘Rustico’ dates back to an old winemaking tradition where Prosecco was made using a short second fermentation in the bottle and leaving the sediments in the wine. Although no longer the technique, the name ‘Rustico’ has remained as a reflection of quality and tradition.

"Rustico" is just off-dry and opens with a firm bubble and crisp acidity. Light aromas of banana on the nose lead to fresh pear on the palate. It finishes clean and works well as an aperitif or matches with lighter hors-d'ouevres, salads, and light seafoods. Also great for brunches mixed 1/2 and 1/2 with peach juice to make the "Bellini Cocktail."

Wine Enthusiast: 94 Points

#1 Wine Enthusiast Top 100 Wines of 2019

Editor's Choice

Nino Franco's non-vintage sparkling Rustico Prosecco is unquestionably the world's finest value in a high quality, Champagne look-alike. The non-vintage, light-bodied Prosecco di Valdobiaddene Rustico offers gorgeously elegant, fresh, lively fruit, notes of bread dough and citrus, and persistent effervescence.

This lovely sparkler never disappoints. It's fragrant, with delicate scents of white spring flowers and white stone fruits while the dry, refreshing palate offers ripe pear, apple and white peach alongside a hint of fennel seed. An elegant perlage and fresh acidity provide the backdrop. Kerin O’Keefe, 11/1/2021.

James Suckling: 92 Points

Fresh, citrusy nose with lightly candied lemons and a hint of sherberty mineral. Lively froth that then reveals a good dose of fresh cream. This is what you look for in a good Prosecco. Frothy, creamy and fun. Enjoy now.

Wine Advocate: 90 Points

The NV Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore Rustico is a rather exuberant yet steely, powerful Prosecco. White peaches, crushed rocks, smoke and flowers are some of the nuances that flow from this large-scaled, important Prosecco. A rich, textured finish rounds things out nicely. The Rustico is far from an easy-going cocktail wine, and is sure to be better at the table than on its own...

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