Bariano Prosecco

Bariano Prosecco is a DOC-designated Italian sparkling wine made from 100% Glera grapes in Treviso, Veneto, bottled at 11% ABV in a 750ml format. Scored 86 points by Tastings.com, this expression stands out for its Montello hills terroir and a late-September harvest that maximizes aromatic complexity in the glass.

Quick Facts: ABV: 11%  |  Origin: Treviso, Veneto, Italy  |  DOC Prosecco  |  Producer: Bariano (Romano & Rive Della Chiesa di Gasparetto families)

Production & Heritage

Bariano is born from a transatlantic partnership between the Romano family of Chicago and the Rive Della Chiesa di Gasparetto family of Italy. The Glera vines, with a median age of 18 years, grow at roughly 250 meters altitude in the red soils typical of the Montello hills within Treviso province. Grapes are harvested in late September and vinified using the Charmat-Martinotti method — tank fermentation under pressure — which preserves the bright, fruit-forward character that defines quality Prosecco DOC.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: White blossoms open the nose immediately, followed by a clear thread of sage and ripe pome fruit — apple and pear dominate. A subtle herbaceous quality lingers beneath the floral layer, adding dimension.

Taste: The entry is light and brisk, with crisp acidity carrying soft apple and pear flavors across the mid-palate. Gentle notes of lemon and white peach emerge as the wine opens, balanced by a fine, persistent perlage that keeps each sip lively.

Finish: Clean, dry, and refreshingly short, with a trailing hint of green apple and white flower. The lasting bubbles leave a pleasant textural crispness on the tongue.

How to Drink Bariano Prosecco

Serve well-chilled between 6–8°C (43–46°F) for the best aromatic expression; this wine is built for immediate enjoyment rather than extended aging. Three cocktails where Bariano shines: the Aperol Spritz, where its dry profile and persistent fizz balance the bittersweet aperitivo liqueur; the Bellini, pairing its natural pear and peach notes with white peach purée for seamless harmony; and the Hugo Spritz, where the wine's sage and floral aromatics complement elderflower syrup and fresh mint.

Best For

• Hosting a summer brunch or garden party where a crowd-friendly sparkling wine is needed
• Aperitivo hour with light appetizers and Italian-inspired small plates
• Introducing someone to quality Italian Prosecco at an accessible entry point
• Building a home spritz bar with a versatile, cocktail-friendly base wine

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Bariano Prosecco taste like? Bariano Prosecco delivers crisp apple and pear flavors balanced by fine bubbles, with floral and sage notes on the nose and a clean, dry finish. It is light-bodied and refreshing with no residual sweetness overpowering the fruit.

How does Bariano Prosecco compare to Champagne? Bariano uses the Charmat-Martinotti tank method with Glera grapes, producing a fruit-forward, lighter-bodied sparkling wine, while Champagne undergoes traditional méthode champenoise with Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, resulting in more yeasty, toasty complexity. Bariano positions as a significantly more affordable everyday sparkling option compared to most Champagnes.

Is Bariano Prosecco good for cocktails? Its crisp acidity, dry profile, and persistent perlage make it an excellent base for spritz-style cocktails, Bellinis, and mimosas. The wine's subtle fruit character blends without overwhelming other ingredients.

Where is Bariano Prosecco made? Bariano Prosecco is produced in the Treviso province of Veneto, Italy, specifically from vineyards situated at 250 meters altitude in the red soils of the Montello hills. The brand is a collaboration between the Romano family in Chicago and the Rive Della Chiesa di Gasparetto family in Italy.

What foods pair well with Bariano Prosecco? Prosciutto and melon, where the wine's acidity cuts through the salt and fat; fresh mozzarella and tomato caprese, complementing the wine's herbal sage notes; light seafood like shrimp cocktail or raw oysters, matching the crisp minerality; bruschetta with white bean purée for a textural contrast; and mild soft cheeses like burrata, which echo the wine's creamy perlage.

What sizes does Bariano Prosecco come in? Bariano Prosecco is available in the standard 750ml bottle format.

Is Bariano Prosecco worth the price? Bariano positions as an accessible, entry-level Prosecco DOC that delivers clean varietal character and genuine Italian provenance from a specific terroir in Treviso. For everyday sparkling needs and cocktail mixing, it represents solid value within the DOC category.

Why Bariano Prosecco?

What separates Bariano from the crowded Prosecco shelf is provenance with specificity — this is not generic northeast Italian sparkling, but a wine from defined Montello hillside vineyards with 18-year-old vines growing in distinctive red soil at altitude. The late-September harvest allows the Glera grapes to develop the layered aromatics — particularly that sage and white blossom complexity — that earned it 86 points from Tastings.com. The Italian-American family partnership behind the label brings both Old World vineyard knowledge and New World market understanding to the bottle. For anyone seeking a DOC Prosecco with traceable origins and genuine character at an everyday price point, Bariano delivers substance beyond its category.