Fiol Extra Dry Prosecco ($19)

As we bid farewell to summer and “Hello” to the Fall, there’s no shortage of excuses to raise a glass of bubbly in the months that lie ahead.

“FIOL” means “son” in the Venetian dialect, but these days is more commonly understood to denote a natural leader or friend within a group who happens to stand out. The drive behind FIOL was to produce Prosecco in the authentic style, from the Prosecco heartland in Treviso.

Behind FIOL are childhood friends Gian Luca Passi and Giovanni Ciani Bassetti, whose families have lived and farmed in the Prosecco heartland of Treviso for generations.

The striking FIOL label, designed by FIOL co-founder Gian Luca Passi, features five vertical lines, both a stylized nod to the poles used to support the vines, and a reference to tradition and modernity.

FIOL Extra Dry Prosecco DOC is produced using the Charmat Method, in Stainless Steel tanks, to preserve the fresh and vibrant flavors using 100% Glera grapes. It undergos 40-days of secondary fermentation in tank for extra depth and complexity. [ABV: 11 %, Residual Sugar: 16 g/L (i.e., Extra Dry)]

This FIOL Prosecco is a beautiful pale straw color with subtle floral and citrus aromas. On the palate, this Prosecco has delicate notes of lemon along with refreshing acidity and a touch of tartness on the finish. While this is an “Extra Dry” Prosecco (13 g/L of residual sugar), it’s not sweet - the acidity does a wonderful job of making this a well-balanced bubbly. [ABV: 11%l]

This FIOL Prosecco is great as an aperitif, along with everyday meals or a real treat for special occasions. And, at this price, is a great value! That makes it the perfect fit as this week’s Behind the Cork™ Wine of the Week! Cheers!

Disclosure of Wine Sample Submission: I received this sample at no cost for review. The opinions expressed are entirely my own.

Media Sample Provided by Fiol Prosecco DOC