I’ve written before about Bisol, a family-run Prosecco estate dating back to 1542. The 7½-acre Cartizze Hill, in the region of Valdobbiadene, produces a most distinctive bubbly that will not remind you of any garden variety Prosecco. With a Champagne price tag of $50, this wine delivers a special product. It’s not trying to be Champagne, but simply an almost dry affirmation of the possibilities of the Glera grape.
Bisol Cartizze Prosecco, DOCG, Superiore de Cartizze Dry $50 srp
Brilliant yellow-tinged color with a lively, persistent mousse. A delicate nose of springtime mountain flowers, apple and peach notes — minerally yet almost honeyed tinge overall. The direct purity of the nose cannot be overemphasized. Flavors suggest melon, with mouth-watering acids, intense fruitiness and a graceful, “lifting” finish. Wonderfully balanced, it drinks very easily with a long, teasing touch of sweetness. Drink alone or with mozzarella balls and unsalted cashews or almonds. (100% Glera grape) Drink now-2017.
92/100 points
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