Ultimate Wine Challenge reviews Prosecco

March 28, 2016

Ultimate Beverage Challenge (UBC) was founded in 2010 by award-winning author/critic/journalist/educator F. Paul Pacult, publishing executive and editor Sue Woodley, and consultant David Talbot. In 2013, editor/journalist Sean Ludford became a partner. For the past five years, UBC has operated Ultimate Wine Challenge (UWC) and Ultimate Spirits Challenge (USC), which are acknowledged as being two of the world’s foremost annual international wine evaluation and competition events.

This issue, we are featuring UBC’s 2015 top picks in the Prosecco category.

Score: 95
Tenuta Ca’Bolani Cervignano del Friuli

Excellent, Highly Recommended
A pale yellow-straw color in the glass, this Prosecco bursts with aromas of peaches and nectarines, as well as white flowers. In the mouth, it’s crisp and refreshing but with a creamy texture, thanks to a persistent mousse and a clean finish.

Score: 93
Zonin Veneto

Finalist. Excellent, Highly Recommended
Pale straw-colored, this softly effervescent Prosecco is bursting with fresh aromas of summer fruits and flowers. Easy-drinking at a pleasant 11% ABV, it’s crisp and refreshing on the palate, with a hint of minerality and a nice, clean finish.

Score: 92
Avissi Veneto

Finalist. Excellent, Highly Recommended
This pale straw-colored Prosecco pours with a fine, persistent fizz. As the bubbles dissipate, subtly peachy and floral aromas emerge from the glass. In the mouth, it’s crisp and refreshing with a clean finish. Lovely as an apéritif.

Score: 91
Corte Giona Extra Dry Prosecco

Excellent, Highly Recommended

Score: 91
Astoria Treviso

Excellent, Highly Recommended

Score: 91
Zardetto 2013 Prosecco di Conegliano-Valdobbiadene

Excellent, Highly Recommended

Score: 90
Menage a Trois Veneto

Excellent, Highly Recommended, Great Value