Tasting Note:
Bottega Gold Prosecco Brut is a light and refreshing sparkling wine known for its elegant character and crowd-pleasing taste.
- Appearance: Expect a pale straw yellow color with persistent, tiny bubbles forming a beautiful “corona” in the glass.
- Aroma: The nose offers a delightful burst of fresh fruit aromas. Common descriptors include green apple, pear, and sometimes even a touch of citrus zest like lemon or lime. Some tasters also detect delicate floral notes like acacia flowers or lily of the valley.
- Palate: On the tongue, Bottega Gold showcases a light body with a lively and refreshing effervescence. The flavors tend to mirror the aromas, with crisp green apple and pear at the forefront. Hints of minerality or a subtle herbal note can add complexity. The acidity is balanced, providing a clean and vibrant finish with a lingering touch of green apple.
Overall, Bottega Gold Prosecco Brut is a delightful and easy-drinking sparkler. Its refreshing acidity and fruity flavors make it a perfect aperitif or a wonderful accompaniment to lighter dishes.
Food Pairing:
Bottega Gold Prosecco Brut, with its light and refreshing style, pairs beautifully with a variety of foods. Here are some excellent options to consider:
Appetizers and Snacks:
- Antipasti: A classic pairing! Charcuterie boards with cured meats, olives, marinated vegetables, and cheeses like mozzarella or goat cheese are fantastic with the Prosecco’s acidity and fruitiness.
- Bruschetta: Toasted bread topped with fresh ingredients like tomato, basil, and olive oil is a light and flavorful option.
- Seafood canapés: Small bites featuring shrimp, scallops, or smoked salmon complement the wine’s minerality.
Main Courses:
- Light pastas: Creamy sauces might overpower the wine, so opt for lighter pasta dishes with simple tomato sauce, pesto, or seafood-based sauces.
- Grilled fish: The Prosecco’s acidity cuts through the richness of fish like salmon or halibut.
- Chicken dishes: Grilled or roasted chicken with fresh herbs is another great pairing.
- Salads: Summer salads with a light vinaigrette are a refreshing option.
- Avg Price (ex-tax)
- $ 26/ 750ml
Bottega Gold is a Prosecco DOC, obtained by the vinification of Glera grapes, grown in the hilly area of the province of Treviso. Bottega Gold has been defined as the “Glamour Sparkling”, which is characterized by the distinctive golden bottle.
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Awards
Double Gold Medal – Sakura Award – JP (2023)
Gold Medal – Sommelier Choice Awards – UK (2023)
Silver Medal – Decanter World Wine Awards – UK (2023)
Silver Medal – Prosecco Masters The Drinks Business – UK (2023)
Bronze Medal – IWSC – UK (2023)
Silver Medal – The Drinks Business The Prosecco Masters – UK (2022)
Best Wines Product – The Travel Retail Awards – UK (2022)
Grand Gold for packaging – Spiritz Selection Awards – IND (2022)
Gold for tasting – Spiritz Selection Awards – IND (2022)
Silver Medal – Mundus Vini – DE (2022)
Silver Medal – Light and Fruity Category, Glass of Bubbly – UK (2021)
Gold Medal – The Fifty Best Sparkling Wine – USA (2021)
Gold Medal – The Drinks Business The Prosecco Masters – UK (2021)
3 Rosoni – Guida Ais – IT (2020)
Gold Medal – CSWWC Champagne & Sparkling Wine 2020 – UK (2020)
Silver Medal – Decanter World Wine Awards – UK (2020)
Gold Medal – The Fifty Best Sparkling Wine – USA (2020)
Gold Medal – The Drinks Business Global Sparkling Masters – UK (2020)
91/100 – Falstaff – DE (2020)
Silver Medal – Sakura Japan Women’s Wine Awards – JP (2020)
91/100 – Falstaff – DE (2019)
92/100 – Luca Maroni – IT (2019)
Commended – The Sommelier Wine Awards (SWA) – UK (2019)
Silver Medal – The Prosecco Masters The Drinks Business – UK (2019)
Gold Medal – Gilbert & Gaillard International Competition – FR (2019)
Silver Medal – Concours Mondial de Bruxelles – BE (2019)
90/100 – Falstaff – AT (2018)
Silver Medal – La Selezione del Sindaco – Città del Vino – IT (2018)
Silver Medal – Sélections Mondiales des Vins – CA (2018)
Gold Medal – The Fifty Best Sparkling Wine – USA (2018)
Master Medal – The Prosecco Masters The Drinks Business – UK (2018)
Gold Medal – Concours Mondial de Bruxelles – BE (2017)
Commended – Decanter World Wine Awards – UK (2017)
Silver Medal – IWSC – International Wine & Spirit Competition – UK (2017)
Silver Medal – The Prosecco Masters The Drinks Business – UK (2017)
Diploma di Merito – 18° EnoConegliano – IT (2016)
Silver Medal – Sakura Awards – JP (2016)
Silver Medal – The Prosecco Masters The Drinks Business – UK (2016)
2 stars – Bellavita Awards – UK (2015)
Silver Medal – Decanter World Wine Awards – UK (2015)
Master – The Prosecco Masters The Drinks Business – UK (2015)
Best Buy Onboard Product – Ispy – UK (2014)
Gran Menzione – Mostra dei vini di collina nella terra di Cone/Valdo DOCG – IT (2014)
Arc Best Beverage Award – Airline Retail Conference – UK (2013)
Arc Best Beverage Award – Airline Retail Conference – UK (2012)
Silver Award – IWSC – International Wine & Spirit Competition – UK (2012)
3 Sterne – Prowein Premium Select Wine Challenge – DE (2011)
Gold Medal – Buyers Forum Award, Frontier Awards – – UK (2010)
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