This delicate sparkling wine is made from the grape variety of the same name, Prosecco. From the area of Verona in northeastern Italy, Prosecco's popularity has grown dramatically over the last ten years. The Torre Alta is new to CW but is fast becoming our favorite all-purpose sparkler. Perfect for drinking with light food or on its own, it is delicate and refreshing with subtle, clean flavors of white peaches and lime. This is just a terrific aperitif.
Zardetto's Non-vintage Prosecco Brut is one of the most consistently delicious Proseccos on the market. It is also made in sufficient quantities to guarantee that it will be available in most, if not all, major markets. This exuberant, extroverted wine is full of flowers, pears and spices, and is sure to deliver much pleasure. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2010. —Robert Parker,