Raise your glass and join in on the festivities of National Prosecco Day on August 13! This bubbly Italian wine has been around since Roman times, when it was known as 'vino di Conegliano'. Since then, Prosecco has become a global favorite, with many different styles to choose from. It's the perfect way to celebrate any occasion - whether you're having an intimate dinner for two or hosting a party for your friends and family.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1500s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Prosecco's Early Days</div><div class='timeline-text'>The wine that would become Prosecco was first made in the northern Italian region of Veneto in the sixteenth century.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Prosecco Advances</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 19th century, winemaking techniques improved greatly, leading to a higher quality of Prosecco with a more consistent flavor profile.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1969</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Denominazione di Origine Controllata</div><div class='timeline-text'>Prosecco received the Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) designation, a certification that helps protect the quality and authenticity of Italian wines.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Change in Prosecco Regulation</div><div class='timeline-text'>To protect its origin and authenticity, regulations were enforced to specify that real Prosecco can only come from specific regions in Italy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National Prosecco Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Prosecco Day is first observed on August 13, 2013, to celebrate this bubbly wine and its growing popularity around the world.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plan a picnic</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather up some of your favorite cheeses and charcuterie, some fresh fruits, a baguette and a bottle of prosecco and head out to the park or beach for a beautiful day of celebration.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a Prosecco tasting</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for an evening of Prosecco tasting. Have each guest bring their favorite bottle and have a blind tasting. See who can guess the most right!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a Prosecco Festival</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If there is one near you, this is the perfect opportunity to sample different types of Prosecco from different regions and producers.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make Prosecco popsicles</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Fruit juice, prosecco and sugar is all you need to make these fun prosecco popsicles. Not only will they be delicious, but also a great way to keep cool on a hot summer day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a nearby winery</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to visit and tour one of the many nearby wineries and taste their selection of Prosecco.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Prosecco is light and refreshing</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nothing says "refreshing" quite like a glass of Prosecco on a hot summer day. With its light, citrusy flavor and moderate level of bubbles, it's perfect for sipping in the sunshine or toasting special occasions.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Prosecco is budget friendly</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Unlike other sparkling wines, Prosecco is usually much less expensive. This makes it an affordable option if you're looking for a quality alcoholic beverage that won't break the bank!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Prosecco can be used in cocktails</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Prosecco isn't just great for sipping – it also pairs wonderfully with other ingredients to create flavorful and fun cocktails! Whether you prefer classic recipes like bellinis and Aperol spritzes or inventive variations like strawberry basil fizzes and ginger peach sangrias, Prosecco is the perfect addition to your next happy hour gathering!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Prosecco Can Only Be Produced in Certain Regions</h3><p class='facts-content'>Just like Champagne, Prosecco has to meet specific geo-locations in Italy. It can only be produced in the Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia regions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Two Types of Bubbles in Prosecco</h3><p class='facts-content'>Prosecco comes in two types: Spumante (sparkling) and Frizzante (semi-sparkling). Spumante is fully sparkling and the most popular while Frizzante has softer effervescence.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Name Comes From a Grape Variety</h3><p class='facts-content'>Prosecco originates from the name of an Italian grape variety, now known as 'Glera.' It was once referred to as the 'Prosecco grape.'</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Crafted Differently from Champagne</h3><p class='facts-content'>Unlike Champagne’s traditional method of fermentation in bottle, Prosecco is produced using the Metodo Italiano (Italian Method) where its secondary fermentation happens in steel tanks which makes it less expensive and lighter in style.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Prosecco Has Health Benefits</h3><p class='facts-content'>In moderation, Prosecco can be beneficial to your health. Its high levels of polyphenols can help to lower blood pressure and slow down the aging process. It also contains fewer calories than wine.</p></div></div>
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