Sam Caporn – Master of Wine, consultant, speaker, writer and co-chair of the International Wine Challenge The last few years have seen major changes, and the success of Prosecco on the international market has hit the region, like a whirlwind. Until 2010, Prosecco was named after the grape variety from which it is made, and was produced in a limited DOC area.

Our wine experts recommend opting for one with wings that clips over the side of the bottle to keep it in place. Unsecured wine stoppers which aren’t designed for fizz can be potentially dangerous as the high pressure in the bottle may cause them to fly off unexpectedly and cause injury. When you’re ready to serve, place your fizz in a container filled with water and ice, as this is better than just using ice alone. As a last resort, you can pop the bottle in the freezer, but make sure you remember to take it out in 20 minutes or less. It reduces blood pressure: In moderation, Prosecco can improve the functioning of our blood vessels by increasing blood flow. Why is that good? Well, increased blood flow decreases both blood pressure and the likelihood of clots forming, which means you are less likely to suffer from cardiovascular disease and strokes. Woohoo!Sparkling wine and Champagne drinking trends have changed dramatically in the last 10 years; these wines have become more accessible, and keen pricing has meant that they have become more affordable, and therefore more ‘everyday drinking’ than they used to be. Until a few years ago, Champagne sales were buoyant, and one of the most rapidly growing sectors of the drinks industry.

Extra Brut Prosecco - This is as dry as Prosecco can get and as a result has the lowest amount of calories per glass, between 60-80 calories.Nothing it seems! Prosecco has surged in Popularity since the 2000’s and it doesn’t seem to have peaked yet. In fact, it is the best selling sparkling wine across many major UK supermarkets and sales are still increasing year on year. Sparkling Rose from this region is generally dry, and pale in colour, with a delicate strawberry and rosehip character. What Does Prosecco Go With? Prosecco is a light, fresh, fragrant sparkling wine, generally dry in style. It is generally slightly lower in alcohol than many sparkling wines, averaging about 11%. Prosecco is the perfect aperitif – and the perfect wine for lunchtime entertaining and picnics, due to its lower alcohol level. At 11% it is 1.5% lighter than Champagne, and has a fresher, more delicate style.