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Prosecco is the fresh, fruit-driven sparkling wine of north-east Italy, and Australia's own King Valley now makes some of the best versions outside it. Our range covers both: Italian prosecco from the Veneto, and Australian prosecco from the families who brought the grape here, including Dal Zotto, De Bortoli and Brown Brothers. Every bottle ships Australia-wide, with free delivery across NSW on orders over $150.
What makes prosecco different from Champagne?
Prosecco is made from the Glera grape and gets its bubbles from a second fermentation in a pressurised steel tank (the Charmat or Martinotti method), not in the bottle. That protects Glera's green apple, pear and white-flower fruit instead of layering on the bready, toasty character Champagne gets from years on yeast. The result is lighter, softer and fruitier, and it is built to be drunk young. For the full story, read our guide Prosecco Isn't Cheap Champagne.
Italian prosecco: DOC and DOCG
Prosecco DOC covers the broad flat zone across Veneto and Friuli and makes up the large majority of what you see on the shelf: clean, bright and ideal for parties and spritzes. Conegliano Valdobbiadene DOCG and Asolo DOCG come from the steep, hand-harvested hillsides, with lower yields and noticeably more texture and length. If you think you don't like prosecco, a DOCG is the bottle to change your mind.
Australian prosecco from the King Valley
Otto Dal Zotto, who grew up in Valdobbiadene, planted Australia's first prosecco vines at Whitfield in Victoria's King Valley in 1999. The region now produces the largest share of the country's prosecco. Australian versions tend to be a touch riper and rounder than Italian DOC, and they are some of the best value sparkling wine you can buy.
How to buy and serve prosecco
- Buy it young. Prosecco is at its best within a year or two of release. A newer cheaper bottle usually beats an older expensive one.
- Check the sweetness word. Brut is the driest. Extra Dry is actually slightly sweeter than Brut.
- Serve it cold, around 6 to 8 degrees, in a white wine glass rather than a narrow flute so the fruit shows.
Looking for something with more weight? Browse our full Champagne and sparkling wine range, or explore more Italian wine.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best prosecco to buy in Australia?
For everyday drinking and spritzes, a fresh Prosecco DOC or a King Valley prosecco such as Dal Zotto, De Bortoli or Brown Brothers is hard to beat for the money. For a special occasion, look for Conegliano Valdobbiadene DOCG, which has more texture and a longer finish. Whatever you choose, buy the most recent release.
Is Australian prosecco as good as Italian prosecco?
The best King Valley producers make prosecco that holds its own against Italian DOC, often at a lower price. The Italian hillside DOCG wines still have a depth and finesse that is hard to match. The two styles are close enough that tasting one of each side by side is the best way to find your preference.
Is prosecco sweet or dry?
Most prosecco is labelled Brut or Extra Dry. Brut is the driest of the two, with up to 12 grams of sugar per litre. Extra Dry, despite the name, is a little sweeter at around 12 to 17 grams per litre. Both taste fresh and fruity rather than sugary.
Does prosecco go off once opened?
Opened prosecco loses its bubbles quickly. Seal it with a sparkling wine stopper, keep it in the fridge and finish it within a day or two. Unopened bottles should be stored cool and dark and drunk within about two years of release.
Which prosecco is best for an Aperol spritz?
A straightforward Prosecco DOC or an Australian prosecco. Once you add Aperol, soda and ice the finer detail of a DOCG is lost, so save the premium bottles for drinking on their own.