Whether you're at a wedding party, corporate event or enjoying a round of Aperol cocktails with friends, prosecco is an excellent choice. The sparkling, subtle flavours and ability to be paired with everything from fruit to canapes or gourmet meals means Northern Italy's finest bubbly is always a crowd-pleaser — even when you don't know the drink preferences of your guests!
In Britain we're the biggest consumers of prosecco, drinking a third of all bottles of made — pretty impressive! But with its popularity only on the rise, you'll want to ensure you grab the best possible fizz for your budget, be it a cheaper deal under £15 or a higher-end Brut. Be sure to follow our buying guide for tips on regions, flavours and certifications, as well as our ranking of the 10 best options from Amazon, eBay, Tesco, Asda and Waitrose. Tip-top!
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You may have noticed the letters DOC or DOCG on Italian wine labels, but perhaps you're not entirely sure what they mean. Well, these acronyms stand for Denominazione d’Origine Controllata (DOC, designation of controlled origin) and Denominazione d’Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG, designation of controlled origin and guaranteed), and are both certifications that represent legal-quality prosecco.
DOC covers the nine provinces in the Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia area and is considered the more commonplace category, whereas DOCG proseccos are made more stringently. The most refined offerings come from the Asolo Prosecco DOCG and the Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG, so make a note of these if you're after the best of the best!
If the designation names are a little too much to take in, just remember that prosecco DOC is light and quaffable, whilst DOCGs are a cut above. But looking for either certification means you will be sure to get a delightful drink.
When it comes to sweetness, prosecco DOC has four levels (starting with the driest option): Brut, Extra Dry, Dry and Demi-Sec. Superiore DOCG, meanwhile, is available in the first three options, but can also be Extra Brut – although the only prosecco region allowed to use this term is Prosecco Asolo DOCG.
Just like with other types of wine, how sweet or dry you decide to go is down to personal preference, but there are some differences which can influence your choice. For example, whilst most proseccos tend to be made in a dry, Brut style, the grape variety used (Glera) is full of fruity flavours such as honeydew, pear and apple, which can make even drier varieties seem a lot sweeter than they actually are!
Brut is the most popular sweetness level of prosecco sold today, so is a good pick if you're unsure which to plump for. An Extra Dry prosecco can also offer a gorgeous balance between acidity and sweetness, and is naturally lower in sugar, should you be watching your intake.
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Producers will showcase a well-made bottle by labelling it as Prosecco Superiore, so our advice is to opt for products labelled this way to ensure a top-quality drink. Also look for proseccos from particular regions where the top DOC and DOCG options are produced, such as the Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia vineyards, or those from Conegliano and Valdobbiadene.
We haven't included one on our list due to affordability, but if you really want to splash out you could hunt down a Cartizze, which is made with grapes from the region of the same name and considered the Grand Cru or Rolls Royce of the prosecco world!
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One thing's for sure with prosecco — it should always be light and refreshing, which in turn makes it a rather accessible drink even for wine novices. However, within its own delightfully predictable genre, it can still vary in terms of tasting notes, flavours and aromas that can be chosen depending on your preferences.
Well-known flavour notes that have earned prosecco its popularity are apple and citrus, offering the signature sweet aroma in contrast with a crisp dryness. Other crowd-pleasing tasting notes include those with hints of red fruit, or honeydew melon and peach, which makes for a simply delightful bottle of fizz, especially served well-chilled.
There are also more complex aromas to be found if you're a wine lover, such as pear, elderflower blossom and even those with woody tones. However, our absolute favourites are proseccos that boast a certain creaminess, or even a cakiness, in contrast with their acidity. You can always try out a few to be sure which suits you best!
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Products | Image | Click to purchase | Key features | |
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1 | Valdo Oro Puro Prosecco Superiore Valdobbiadene DOCG | ![]() | An Intense and Complex DOCG of Superior Quality | |
2 | Calle d'Oro Prosecco DOC | ![]() | Delightfully Fresh and Balanced, at a Reasonable Price | |
3 | Bottega Gold Non Vintage Prosecco | ![]() | A Luxurious and Glitzy Fizz for a Special Occasion | |
4 | Freixenet Prosecco DOC | ![]() | A Clean Prosecco Presented in a Fabulous Cut Glass Bottle | |
5 | Dino Prosecco DOC | ![]() | A Vibrant, Fruity Fizz to Pair With Canapes or Summer Salads | |
6 | Soffio Prosecco Spumante | ![]() | The Best Prosecco for Fans of Extra-Dry Wine | |
7 | Canti Prosecco Spumante | ![]() | Delightfully Refined and Perfect for Parties | |
8 | Bianca Vigna Prosecco DOC Spumante Brut | ![]() | An Easy to-Drink Option From an Italian Winegrowing Cooperative | |
9 | Mionetto Prosecco DOC Treviso Brut | ![]() | A Wine for Any Occasion From a Prestigious Producer | |
10 | Maschio Cadoro Prosecco Spumante | ![]() | A Low-Alcohol Option for Those With a Penchant for Sweeter Prosecco |
In at number one we have the Valdo Oro Puro Prosecco from the heartland of the prosecco region, Valdobbiadene. With a bright, fruity and fragrant aroma, this prosecco is known for its ideal balance of sweetness and acidity. With delightful summery notes of golden apples and acacia honey, it is extremely drinkable!
You'll love the delicate off-dry palate, soft bubbles and fresh citrus flavours. With plenty of bubbles and a nice refreshing bite, this prosecco tastes more expensive than it actually is and you're sure to find yourself buying it again and again.
In at the winning spot, this popular Extra Dry prosecco from Calle d'Oro is beautifully fresh and well-balanced, brimming with enticing pear and peach flavours. It is peach in colour too with soft bubbles carrying light floral notes across the palate.
A deluxe prosecco for a reasonable price, you'll adore its delicate disposition that's perfect when paired with aromatic prawns or mussels. We love the bottle's design, which is as elegant as the wine itself and makes a great gift. Fresh, fruity and gorgeously moreish — the reviews for this prosecco simply speak for themselves!
A lively and aromatic choice made with organically cultivated grapes, Bottega is produced in the heart of the Valdobbiadene hills in Veneto so you know it's the real deal! With aromas of apple, citrus and white blossom and an abundance of freshness on the palate, it's got great mass appeal and is a winner in a cocktail or spritz, too.
The opulent bottle will make for an impressive gift or feature at a party, but it'll be equally delicious with dinner – try it with seafood, raw fish, grilled white meats or vegetable dishes. Simply fabulous!
Golden-straw in colour, Freixenet Prosecco has fresh aromas of citrus, apple and flowers with a lively effervescence. It's also made with 100% Glera grapes, so it has a clean palate with notes of ripe lemon, green apple and grapefruit. Delicious!
But it's not just gorgeous on the inside — presented in a striking cut-glass bottle, this stylish pick would be perfect to pop for a special moment, or as a glam centrepiece at a party. Flavour-wise, it's best served with brunch, lobster or as a lavish aperitif.
A fresh and fruity prosecco with gorgeous green apple and pear aromas finished off with a subtle lemony freshness — this is the ideal drink for the playful! It's wonderful served well-chilled as an aperitif with party canapes, or with a summery fruit salad.
A little dry with just the right level of sweetness, it's a very drinkable alternative to champagne and offers excellent quality at a reasonable price. Dino Prosecco comes in a stylishly designed bottle and is suitable for vegetarians and vegans too.
This is an abundantly creamy fizz crafted from grapes grown in Veneto, northeastern Italy with gorgeous notes of apple and pear and a hint of white peach. Soffio is perfect served at both dinner parties and special occasions alike.
Clean, crisp and refreshing, Prosecco Soffio is well-balanced with persistent perlage. It's classed as Extra Dry and made with 85% Glera and 15% white wine grapes (according to the Prosecco Disciplinare), so will suit dry wine lovers a little more than casual sippers.
This prosecco is light, refreshing and can be enjoyed at any time, but is best served as an aperitif or alongside lightly salted dishes as it is on the sweeter side for a Brut.
Classically pale-straw in colour, it offers tasting notes of green apples and flowers, and overall is a good value party drink. From the DOC prosecco area in Milan, Canti has been creating charismatic wines since the 1940s, so you can count on their quality!
On the nose, this sumptuous bubbly begins with fruity notes, giving way to vibrant aromas of fine and elegant citrus and apple. Its flavours are delightfully fresh and clean and the finish is light and crisp, both of which will have you going back for more!
Bianca Vigna is produced in the Treviso region, by brother and sister Elena and Enrico Moschetta. This family run vineyard has been in operation for almost 20 years, so you can be sure they're serious about their fizz.
Made with Glera grapes from the province of Treviso, this Brut style prosecco has a luminous straw-yellow hue and a bouquet reminiscent of a Golden Delicious apple – certainly one for fans of fruity flavours. Expect notes of honey, liquorice, and acacia blossom, too.
It's a versatile pick but great paired with vegetable dishes (particularly mushroom) and grilled fish. This is Mionetto’s most classic bottle, with an elegant label design, however recently the quality has been a little hit or miss, with some bottles tasting a little flat on opening. We hope this offering gets back to its original quality this year, as it has the potential to be one of the greatest proseccos available.
A good pick for those wanting a lower alcohol sparkling wine, Cadoro's prosecco has an ABV of just 8.5%, making it an option to consider. Sadly there is not much information from the producers on any possible certifications!
Best served with saltier dishes and grilled meat or fish for a pleasant contrast to the signature sweetness and good acidity. However, the Maschio Cadoro is a considerably sweeter sip than the average prosecco, so it may not be to everyone's taste.
Written and researched by Melanie McPhail
No. 1: Valdo|Oro Puro Prosecco Superiore Valdobbiadene DOCG
No. 2: Calle d'Oro|Prosecco DOC
No. 3: Bottega|Gold Non Vintage Prosecco
No. 4: Freixenet|Prosecco DOC
No. 5: Dino|Prosecco DOC
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