By Leslie Sbrocco
Ferrari Brut Sparkling, Trentodoc, Italy $28
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If Prosecco is the only Italian sparkling you know, widen your wine horizons and explore Trentodoc (pronounced Trento-Dock), which is one of the country’s top-quality sparkling wine styles. It hails from northern Italy’s Trentino region located around the city of Trento, and the surrounding majestic Dolomite mountains provide the ideal climate for growing vines. The grapes used to produce these world-class sparkling wines include Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier—the same as France’s Champagne region. The wines are also made in a similar traditional method as Champagne, creating fizz of finesse and elegance.
Ferrari is the founder of this now-famous style dating back to 1902 when pioneer Giulio Ferrari began his winery. It is currently run by the third generation of the Lunelli family. This stylishly dry yet succulent sparkling is made from Chardonnay. It’s lush yet crisp and perfect to sip alone or alongside lighter fare from sushi to salmon. For the price, you won’t find a better bubbly deal.
Author, speaker, wine consultant, and television host Leslie Sbrocco is known for her entertaining approach to wine and food. She has won multiple Emmy Awards for her work on PBS, which includes hosting the series “Check, Please! Bay Area” and “100 Days, Drinks, Dishes & Destinations.”
Published on September 8, 2022
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