After tasting many different Proseccos (cheap and expensive) in Italy last month, I have new respect for this bargain-priced bubbly. Zonin has been around two centuries, and it’s found just about everywhere. When I asked about it at Trader Joe’s I was assured this one was tasty. They were right, but it will never replace Champagne. Still, it’s a very good buy when you can’t afford expensive sparkling wine and a very good choice for mimosas. This Prosecco is nicely balanced with subtle sweet notes of apple and citrus. Not sugary sweet, it has the sweetness of ripe fruit. Zonin, a large family owned winery, has made wine since 1821. It’s a best buy at Trader Joe’s at only $6.99 retail.
This article appears in Sep 27 – Oct 4, 2012.
