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The medallists from The Prosecco Masters 2023

We reveal the medal-winning brands from this year’s Prosecco Masters, which comprised all styles and quality levels of this popular Italian fizz, and saw both Extra Brut and Extra Dry samples gain top scores, along with a couple of rosés too.

PROSECCO SEEMS to be the darling of wine drinkers for one great reason – Prosecco is fun. Also, Prosecco has diversity: from the easy-drinking, crowd-pleasing, relatively simple, but ‘oh-somore-ish’ Prosecco Veneto DOC wines to the more ‘serious’ Prosecco Treviso DOC, and then onto Superiore DOCG wines from Asolo and Valdobbiadene, including the latter ’s Cartizze wines produced from grapes grown on the precise location of the Cartizze hill. And at the top of the Prosecco pyramid, Rive wines. It is also true that throughout the DOCs and DOCGs, quality seems to improve year on year, something that this year ’s Prosecco Masters confirms.

Levels of production have increased dramatically in recent years, and demand, not only in Italy, but especially in the UK and the US, and nowadays also in France, seems to be absorbing the supply. Everyone loves Prosecco.

At the entry-level Veneto DOC wines, the fresh peach, apple and pear fruit of the better expressions, combined with the gentle sweetness and softness is universally appealing. And the zippy acidity adding support is a benefit. What is exciting for any lover of this fizz is that many of these delightful wines are available at affordable prices – for less than £15 in a supermarket – and they are deservedly popular.

These simpler styles of Prosecco wines indicate that, while the overall level of quality is good, not all Proseccos are created equal, so a level of attention in selection is required. Youthful age guarding the freshness is always relevant for these DOC wines. Most of these wines are produced in an Extra Dry style, with around 12g/l-17g/l residual sugar, which suits the peachy fruit flavour well. These are easy-drinking, crowd-pleasing wines, perfect for a spring day among the daffodils and cherry trees.

There is a distinctive rise in quality and interest when one looks at Superiore DOCG wines, as our 2023 Gold and Master medal-winners show. These wines, which come from the caldera and rolling hills in the heart of Treviso around Conegliano-Valdobbiadene and Asolo, are sensationally delicious.

The wines from Asolo tend to show riper fruit, often yellow plum and ripe peach, balanced by a slightly drier style, often labelled Extra Brut with around 3g/l-5g/l of residual sugar. Most of Valdobbiadene DOCG wines are made in a Brut style with 8g/l-12g/l of residual sugar. Elegant and refined, they are beautifully balanced gastronomic styles. Some of the Cartizze and Rive (individual vineyard sites) wines are textured, layered, concentrated, balanced – practically perfect in every way!

There is diversity, though, because at the sweeter end of the scale, deceptively labelled ‘dry’ (17g/l-32g/l), fine Prosecco can handle high levels of sugar, yet stay vibrant and fresh. Col Vetoraz and Mionetto, for instance, produce wines with around 25g/l that are stunning, exquisitely balanced examples.

‘Pink’ Prosecco is nearly always labelled Prosecco Rosé; the Italians recognise that ‘rosé’ is an easier sell than ‘rosato’, and these expressions can be delicious across all price points. The Consorzio made a wise decision to make Pinot Nero the blending choice. Its vibrant red berry fruit is a perfect foil for Glera’s peaches-and-cream flavours.

With lovely colours ranging from pale ‘baby pink’ through pale peach to mid-coral, these wines show cherry, strawberry or occasionally cranberry nuances accenting the rounder apple and white orchard flavours of Glera and more texture to the mousse. These examples are very pretty and eminently delightful, if not necessarily ‘serious’. The awarded wines are worth drinking at exceptionally attractive prices.

There is a distinct movement upwards in quality, reflecting the ambitions of the finest producers. Lower yields, selecting special sites, and longer lees maturation times al influence this improvement in quality. So, it seems fair to say that Prosecco has something to offer every wine drinker. With its Italian heritage and relaxed lifestyle, Prosecco is indeed sunshine in a glass.

Scroll down to see all the medallists, listed by category, and to find our more about the competition. 

The medallists: Prosecco DOC

Winery Name of Wine Vint. Medal
Under £10
Conti Riccati Prosecco Brut NV Slilver
Valdo Spumanti Valdo Marca Oro Prosecco DOC Extra Dry NV Silver
Contarini Vini La Fornarina NV Silver
Bacio della Luna Prosecco Extra Dry DOC NV Silver
Enoitalia Alberto Nani Prosecco DOC Extra Dry Organic and Vegan NV Silver
Azienda Agricola Ca’ di Rajo Prosecco DOC Treviso Extra Dry 2022 Silver
Tenuta San Giorgio Flumen Prosecco DOC Treviso Brut NV Bronze
Enoitalia VOGA Italia NV Bronze
Terre di Rai Prosecco DOC Treviso Millesimato Brut 2022 Bronze
Terre di Rai Prosecco DOC Treviso Millesimato Extra Dry 2022 Bronze
Valdo Spumanti Valdo Cuvèe I Magredi Prosecco DOC Extra Dry NV Bronze
Tenuta San Giorgio Ripe Frondose Prosecco DOC Treviso Extra Dry Millesimato 2022 Bronze
Azienda Agricola Ca’ di Rajo Prosecco DOC Treviso Brut 2022 Bronze
Enoitalia Pendium Prosecco NV Bronze
San Martino Vini Prosecco DOC Treviso Millesimato Extra Dry 2022 Bronze
Bosco Viticultori Casa Vinicola Bosco Malera Prosecco Spumante DOC Extra Dry Bosco dei Cirmioli NV Bronze
£10-£15
Casa Gheller Prosecco DOC Treviso Brut NV Gold
Caldirola Nua NV Gold
Corvezzo Winery Organic Prosecco DOC Extra Dry 2022 Gold
V8+ Carlo Prosecco DOC Millesimato Brut 2022 Silver
V8+ Berto Prosecco DOC Brut 2020 Silver
Vigna Dogarina Carpe Noctem NV Silver
Bacio della Luna Prosecco Brut DOC NV Silver
Most Wanted Organic Prosecco NV Silver
Casa Vinicola Botter Terra Organica Prosecco NV Silver
Zonin Prosecco DOC Spumante Brut NV Silver
Masottina ViaVenti Prosecco DOC Treviso Extra Dry 2021 Silver
Invivo Invivo X Eurovision, Unity Prosecco NV Silver
Cantina Montelliana e dei Colli Asolani Meliora “Prosecco DOC Treviso Spumante Extra Dry Millesimato” 2022 Silver
Cantina Montelliana e dei Colli Asolani Prosecco DOC Treviso Spumante Extra Dry NV Silver
Moletto Società Agricola Prosecco DOC Treviso Extra Dry 2022 Silver
Barone Ritter de Záhony Prosecco Brut DOC 2021 Silver
Cavit Lunetta Brut DOC Prosecco NV Silver
Cantine Maschio Maschio Dei Cavalieri Prosecco DOC Treviso Extra Dry NV Silver
Cantine Maschio Maschio Prosecco DOC Treviso Spumante Extra Dry NV Silver
Aldi Ireland Processco DOC Extra Dry NV Silver
La Cantina Pizzolato Spumante Prosecco DOC Brut 2021 Bronze
Montelvini Prosecco Treviso DOC Brut NV Bronze
Mionetto Prosecco DOC Treviso Brut Orange Label Prestige Collection NV Bronze
Enoitalia Soffio NV Bronze
Villa Sandi Prosecco DOC Treviso Brut Il Fresco NV Bronze
V8+ Sandro Prosecco DOC Extra Dry 2020 Bronze
La Cantina Pizzolato Spumante Prosecco DOC Extra Dry 2021 Bronze
La Marca Vini e Spumanti Millage Prosecco DOC Treviso Extra Dry 2021 Bronze
Masottina Collezione 96 Prosecco DOC Treviso Brut NV Bronze
Vi.VO Agricola Prosecco DOC Treviso Millesimato Extra Dry Vigna Dogarina 2022 Bronze
Ruggeri Argeo NV Bronze
Torresella Prosecco DOC Extra Dry NV Bronze

The medallists: Prosecco DOC (continued)

Winery Name of Wine Vint. Medal
£15-£20
Fantinel One&Only Prosecco DOC Brut 2022 Gold
Conti Di San Bonifacio Prosecco NV Gold
Sensi Vigne e Vini Prosecco Gold 18K DOC Brut 2022 Gold
Paladin Prosecco DOC Brut Millesimato Bosco del Merlo 2022 Gold
Fantinel Sun Goddess Prosecco DOC Brut NV Gold
3GP Fiol Prosecco DOC NV Silver
Invivo & Co Graham Norton’s Prosecco NV Silver
Masottina Calmaggiore Prosecco DOC Treviso Extra Dry NV Silver
Viticoltori Ponte Prosecco Spumante DOC Bio Extra Dry 2021 Silver
Botter Prosecco DOC NV Silver
Balan Prosecco DOC Brut Colli Impervi NV Bronze
Sensi Vigne e Vini Prosecco Organic 18K Brut DOC 2021 Bronze
Botter Brilla! Prosecco DOC NV Bronze
Moletto Prosecco DOC Treviso Brut 2021 Bronze
Masottina ViaVenti Prosecco DOC Treviso Extra Brut NV Bronze
Masottina Calmaggiore Prosecco DOC Treviso Brut NV Bronze
£20-£30
Botter P.Lex Prosecco Organic NV Gold
Bottega 90880 NV Silver
Sensi Vigne e Vini Prosecco 18K Pas Dosé Velvet Edition 2021 Silver
Botter Ombre Prosecco DOC Organic NV Silver
Botter Divici Prosecco DOC Organic NV Silver
Bottega White Extra Dry NV Silver

The medallists: Prosecco DOCG

Winery Name of Wine Vint. Medal
£10-£15
Valdo Spumanti Elevantum Prosecco Superiore DOCG Extra Dry NV Master
Cantina Montelliana e dei Colli Asolani Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Spumante Extra Dry NV Gold
Fattoria Conca d’Oro Spumante Prosecco Superiore Millesimato Extra Dry DOCG Conegliano Valdobbiadene 2022 Gold
La Marca Vini e Spumanti Prosecco DOCG Conegliano Valdobbiadene Millesimato Extra Dry 2021 Silver
Mionetto Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Extra Dry Prestige Collection NV Silver
Cantina Montelliana e dei Colli Asolani Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Spumante Extra Brut NV Silver
Perlage Canah Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG NV Silver
Società Agricola Colli Asolani Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut 2021 Silver
Montelvini Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG NV Silver
Cantine Maschio Maschio dei Cavalieri Prosecco Superiore di Valdobbiadene DOCG Rive di Colbertaldo 2021 Silver
Fattoria Conca d’Oro Spumante Prosecco Superiore Millesimato Brut DOCG Conegliano-Valdobbiadene 2022 Silver
Azienda Agricola Dal Bello Asolo Prosecco DOCG Superiore Extra Brut Celeber 2021 Bronze
£15-£20
Villa Sandi Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut Biodiversity Friend NV Master
Andreola Mas de Fer Valdobbiadene Docg Rive di Soligo Extra Dry 2021 Master
Giusti Wine Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Extra Brut 2022 Gold
Andreola Col del Forno Valdobbiadene Docg Rive di Refrontolo Brut 2021 Gold
Tenuta Amadio Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Dry 2022 Gold
Casa Gheller Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Extra Dry NV Gold
Conte Collalto GAIO Prosecco Superiore Conegliano Valdobbiadene DOCG Extra Dry 2022 Gold
Giusti Wine Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Extra Brut NV Silver
Tenuta Amadio Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Extra Brut 2022 Silver
Andreola 26° I° Valdobbiadene Docg Rive di Col San Martino Extra Brut 2021 Silver
Tenuta Amadio Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut 2022 Silver
La Cantina Pizzolato Spumante Prosecco Conegliano Valdobbiadene DOCG Brut 2021 Silver
Pasqua Vigneti e Cantine Prosecco Superiore Conegliano Valdobbiadene DOCG Brut Millesimato Cecilia Beretta 2022 Silver
Ruggeri & C. Quartese NV Silver

The medallists: Prosecco DOCG (continued)

Winery Name of Wine Vint. Medal
£15-£20
Perlage Col di Manza Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG 2022 Silver
Conte Collalto San Salvatore Prosecco Superiore Conegliano Valdobbiadene DOCG Brut 2022 Silver
Villa Giustiniani Asolo Superiore Prosecco DOCG Brut NV Silver
Andreola Dirupo Valdobbiadene DOCG Brut 2022 Silver
Santa Margherita Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut NV Silver
Giusti Wine Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Extra Dry 2021 Silver
Mionetto Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Rive di Santo Stefano Prestige Collection 2022 Silver
Ruggeri & C. Giall’ord NV Silver
Bedin Società Agricola Colli Asolani Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Extra Brut 2021 Bronze
Bortolomiol lus Naturae Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut Millesimato Biologico/Organic 2021 Bronze
Santa Margherita Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG 52 Brut 2021 Bronze
Gemei Società Agricola Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG Spumante Brut Amia 2021 Bronze
Cantina Montelliana e dei Colli Asolani 57 Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Spumante Extra Dry NV Bronze
Cantina Montelliana e dei Colli Asolani Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Spumante Extra Dry Millesimato 2022 Bronze
Villa Giustiniani Asolo Superiore Prosecco DOCG Dry Millesimato 2021 Bronze
£20-30
Santa Margherita Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Rive di Refrontolo Extra Brut 2021 Master
Progress Country & Wine House Asolo Prosecco Superiore Docg Col d’Acelum Extra Brut 2022 Master
Col Vetoraz Spumanti Valdobbiadene DOCG Extra Brut Cuvée 5 2022 Master
Bele Casel Asolo Prosecco Superiore Docg Extra Dry 2021 Gold
Villa Sandi Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Extra Brut Rivetta 120 NV Gold
Col Vetoraz Spumanti Valdobbiadene DOCG Millesimato Dry 2022 Gold
Bisol 1542 Rive di Campea Millesimato 2022 Gold
Loredan Gasparini Venegazzü Pale Fox Prosecco Superiore 2022 Silver
Bellenda San Fermo Valdobbiadene Brut 2022 Silver
Bisol 1542 Crede 2022 Silver
Foss Marai Della Vite Prosecco Superiore DOCG NV Silver
Bisoli 1542 Molera 2022 Silver
Bortolomiol Motus Vitae Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore Rive di S. Pietro di Barbozza DOCG Extra Brut Grande Cuvée del Fondatore 2020 Silver
Bortolomiol 70th Anniversary Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Extra Brut Rive di Col San Martino 2021 Silver
Bisol1542 Relio Rive di Guia 2022 Silver
Bisol1542 I Gondolieri Millesimato 2022 Silver
Masottina ContradaGranda Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut NV Silver
Masottina Collezione 96 Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut NV Silver
Ruggeri & C. Giustino B. 2021 Silver
Col Vetoraz Spumanti Valdobbiadene DOCG Extra Dry 2022 Silver
Bele Casel Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Vecchie Uve 2018 Bronze
Masottina ContradaGranda Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Extra Dry NV Bronze
£30-£50
Carpenè Malvolti 1868 Rive di San Pietro di Barbozza Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG 2021 Silver

The medallists: Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze DOCG

Winery Name of Wine Vint. Medal
£20-£30
Ruggeri & C. Cartizze Brut NV Master
Mionetto Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze DOCG Luxury Collection NV Silver

The medallists: Prosecco DOC Rosé

Winery Name of Wine Vint. Medal
Under £10
Valdo Spumanti Valdo Marca Oro Prosecco DOC Rosé Brut 2021 Gold
V8+ Lele Prosecco DOC Rosé Millesimato Brut 2022 Silver
Enoitalia Liquid Diamond Prosecco Rosé Millesimato 2021 Bronze
£10-£15
Zonin Kylie Minogue Prosecco Rosé 2021 Silver
Cantina Montelliana e dei Colli Asolani Meliora Prosecco Rosé DOC Spumante Brut Millesimato 2022 Silver
Casa Vinicola Botter Terra Organica Prosecco Rosé 2022 Silver
Tenuta San Giorgio Società Agricola Ripe in Rosa Prosecco Rosé DOC Treviso Extra Brut Millesimato 2022 Silver
Jeio Prosecco Rosé Millesimato 2021 Silver
Zonin Prosecco Rosé DOC Millesimato 2022 Bronze
Invivo Invivo X Eurovision, Unity Prosecco Rosé NV Bronze
Torresella Prosecco DOC Rosé Brut 2021 Bronze
La Cantina Pizzolato Spumante Prosecco DOC Rosè Brut 2021 Bronze
Montelvini Prosecco DOC Rosé Treviso Brut Millesimato 2021 Bronze
Cantine Maschio Prosecco DOC Rosé Extra Dry Millesimato 2021 Bronze
£15-£20
Viticoltori Ponte Prosecco Spumante DOC Rosé Brut Millesimato 2021 Master
Mionetto Prosecco DOC Rosé Extra Dry Luxury Collection 2021 Master
Ruggeri & C. Argeo Rosé Prosecco DOC Rosé 2021 Gold
Villa Sandi Prosecco DOC Rosé Brut Millesimato 2021 Gold
Sensi Vigne e Vini Prosecco Rosé 18K Brut DOC 2021 Gold
Masottina ViaVenti Prosecco DOC Treviso Rosé Brut 2021 Silver
Masottina Collezione 96 Prosecco DOC Rosé Millesimato 2021 Silver
£20-£30
3GP FIOL Prosecco DOC Rosé 2022 Gold
Loredan Gasparini Venegazzü Pale Fox Prosecco Rosé 2022 Silver
Tosti1820 Prosecco DOC Rosé Brut NV Silver
Foss Marai Della Vite Prosecco DOC Rosé Millesimato 2021 Bronze
Bottega Pink Gold Prosecco DOC Rosé NV Silver

About the competition

With high-quality judges and a unique sampling process, The Prosecco Masters provides a chance for your wines to star. The 2023 competition was judged on 8 March at Ibis Styles, London Bridge, employing experienced judges. The top wines were awarded Gold, Silver, or Bronze medals according to their result, and those expressions that stood out as being outstanding received the ultimate accolade – the title of Prosecco Master. This report features the medal winners only. Please visit the Global Masters website for more information, or, to enter future competitions – giving you the chance to feature online and in print – please call: +44 (0) 20 7803 2420 or email Sophie Raichura at: sophie@thedrinksbusiness.com

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