Botter is one of the leaders of organic wine production as well as grape juice in Europe. The grapes come from the family-owned vineyards close to the border with Friuli-Venezia-Giulia.  The Botters work not only with traditional, local varietals such as Prosecco, but also with French vinfera, such as Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet. 

The Vine

Prosecco may be still, crackling, or fully sparkling.  This ancient Roman varietal can product wines that are either sweet or dry. The most acclaimed and popular wine is the sparkling version.  The best Proseccos come from Valdobbiadene and Conegliano, a town famous for its school of wine studies. 

The Wine

Botter Prosecco di Valdobbiadene is a fully sparkling (3.5 atmospheres) dry white wine made entirely from ancient Prosecco grape.  It is a seductive wine made by the Charmat process.  Prosecco has a distinct hint of almonds and fruit.  It is long on finesse and is perfect for toasting. The fragrance has nuances of crusty bread.

Prosecco is very popular in Italy.  It represents good value.  With peach syrup, it makes a wonderful Bellini.  With raspberry syrup, it makes a beautiful Lampone.  Try it with cassis for a superb Kir Royale.  It is customary to pour sparkling Prosecco into a carafe, so that the wine may be drunk with the entire meal.  Botter Prosecco di Valdobbiadene is the perfect aperitif.

Technical Facts

Characteristics: A pale hue, with good bead, a fragrance and taste of fruit and almonds.  Delicious.  Although dry, it has ample fruitiness to make it attractive to those not seeking bone dry austere sparklers.

Grapes: 100% Prosecco

Food Affinities: A superb apertivo, a good match to appetizers, soups and seafood.  Great for drinking by itself, for toasting and for making the perfect Bellini, Lampone or Kir Royal cocktail.