Martini & Rossi Prosecco

Martini & Rossi Prosecco is a Charmat-method Italian sparkling wine made primarily from Glera grapes, bottled at 11.5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. This expression earned a Double Gold medal at the Sunset International Wine Competition and a Gold at the Vinalies Internationales, underscoring its consistent quality within the Prosecco DOC category.

Quick Facts: ABV: 11.5%  |  Origin: Veneto & Friuli, Italy  |  Style: Prosecco DOC (Dry Sparkling)  |  Producer: Martini & Rossi

Production & Heritage

Martini & Rossi, the storied Italian house founded in 1863, has been producing Prosecco since the early 1990s — well before the category's global surge in popularity. The wine is made predominantly from Glera grapes grown in the Veneto and Friuli regions of northeastern Italy, with small proportions of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in the blend. Secondary fermentation takes place in large, sealed stainless steel tanks using the Charmat method (also known as the Martinotti method), spending a minimum of 30 days in autoclave before bottling — a process that preserves the grape's fresh, aromatic character rather than developing the yeasty complexity associated with traditional-method sparkling wines.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with crisp green apple and ripe pear, followed by subtle notes of white peach and a faint herbaceous lift reminiscent of thyme. There is a gentle floral quality that keeps the bouquet light and inviting.

Taste: On the palate, the entry is fresh and lightly fizzy, with apple flesh and lemon citrus leading the way. The mid-palate broadens into softer peach and banana notes alongside an unusual mineral streak that distinguishes it from many entry-level Proseccos. A whisper of vanilla rounds out the fruit profile toward the finish.

Finish: The finish is dry, clean, and moderate in length, closing with a distinctive herbal note likened to chamomile. Fine, persistent bubbles carry the flavor through to a refreshing conclusion.

How to Drink Martini Prosecco

Serve well-chilled at around 6–8°C (43–46°F) in a tulip-shaped glass to concentrate the aromatics. This Prosecco is approachable on its own as an aperitivo, but its dry profile and herbal finish make it a versatile cocktail base. An Aperol Spritz is a natural pairing, where the wine's minerality balances the bittersweet liqueur. It also excels in a Bellini, its peach and apple notes amplifying the white peach purée. For something less conventional, try it in a Hugo Spritz with elderflower syrup and fresh mint, which plays off the chamomile-like herbal character in the finish.

Best For

• Hosting a casual brunch or garden party where sparkling wine flows freely
• Building a well-stocked home bar with a reliable Prosecco for spritz cocktails
• Toasting milestones without breaking the budget
• Pairing with light Italian appetizers at a dinner gathering

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Martini Prosecco taste like? It presents a fresh, dry sparkling wine profile centered on green apple, peach, and pear, with a distinctive mineral undercurrent and a gentle chamomile-like herbal finish that sets it apart from sweeter Proseccos.

How does Martini Prosecco compare to Ruffino Prosecco? Both are widely available Prosecco DOC wines at a similar price tier, but Martini Prosecco tends to display more pronounced minerality and herbal complexity, while Ruffino leans toward a rounder, fruit-forward style. Martini & Rossi also brings deeper heritage in the category, having produced Prosecco since the early 1990s.

Is Martini Prosecco good for cocktails? Its dry, crisp profile and fine mousse make it an excellent cocktail ingredient, particularly in an Aperol Spritz, Bellini, or Hugo Spritz where its herbal edge adds a layer of complexity.

Where is Martini Prosecco made? It is produced in the Veneto and Friuli regions of northeastern Italy under the Prosecco DOC appellation. Martini & Rossi, the parent brand, was established in Turin, Italy, in 1863.

What foods pair well with Martini Prosecco? Light seafood dishes like shrimp cocktail or crudo complement the wine's citrus acidity. Fresh bruschetta topped with tomato and basil mirrors its herbal notes. Soft cheeses such as burrata or fresh mozzarella work well without overpowering the delicate bubbles. Sushi and sashimi benefit from the wine's minerality, and stone-fruit desserts echo its peach character without clashing with the dry finish.

What sizes does Martini Prosecco come in? The standard bottle is 750ml, though 187ml single-serve and 1.5L magnum formats have also been available depending on the market.

Is Martini Prosecco worth the price? It positions as an accessible, everyday Prosecco that over-delivers relative to its entry-level price tier — the Double Gold medal from the Sunset International Wine Competition and 88-point rating from Tastings.com suggest quality that competes with bottles priced higher in the category.

Why Martini Prosecco?

Martini & Rossi entered the Prosecco market in the early 1990s, well ahead of the global boom, giving the house decades of blending experience with Glera, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir from northeastern Italy. That experience shows in a wine that balances fruit-forward approachability with an uncommon mineral streak and chamomile-herbal finish — characteristics rarely found in the entry-level tier. Recognition from both the Sunset International Wine Competition (Double Gold) and the Vinalies Internationales (Gold) confirms this is not merely coasting on brand recognition. For anyone seeking a versatile, well-made Prosecco that performs equally well in a flute or a spritz glass, this expression consistently justifies its place among the category's most dependable bottles.