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Part 2 of 3 in the 900wine Prosecco Series<\/p>\n
When ros\u00e9 Prosecco was officially approved by Italian wine authorities in 2020, reactions ranged from excitement to eye-rolling skepticism. Another pink wine cash grab? A gimmick to capitalize on the ros\u00e9 trend? I’ll admit, I approached the category with reservations. But after tasting the 900wine Prosecco DOC Ros\u00e9 Millesimato, I’m convinced: when done right, ros\u00e9 Prosecco deserves serious consideration.<\/p>\n
This bottle, sent to me by Erwin at De Bigondier, represents a significant step up from the entry-level Gran Cuv\u00e9e I reviewed last week. At \u20ac24.99, it costs about \u20ac8 more\u2014but those euros translate into noticeable quality improvements that are immediately apparent.<\/p>\n
Here’s what sets this wine apart: it’s made entirely from Pinot Noir grapes and carries the DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) classification. For those unfamiliar with Italian wine designations, DOC means the wine meets strict production standards regarding grape sourcing, yields, and winemaking methods. It’s a quality guarantee that the entry-level Gran Cuv\u00e9e doesn’t have.<\/p>\n
The “Millesimato” on the label indicates this is a vintage-dated wine\u2014all grapes come from a single harvest year rather than being blended across vintages. This is increasingly common in quality Prosecco and signals attention to terroir and vintage character.<\/p>\n
900wine produces this in Treviso, the heart of Prosecco country in Veneto. The extended Charmat method fermentation (where secondary fermentation occurs in pressurized tanks) allows this wine to develop more complexity while maintaining the fresh, fruity character expected from Italian sparkling wines.<\/p>\n
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Visual: Gorgeous salmon-pink color\u2014deeper and more appealing than many ros\u00e9 sparklers I’ve tried. The bubbles are persistent and fine, creating an elegant bead in the glass. Already, this looks more serious than standard pink Prosecco.<\/p>\n
Nose: This is where the wine really announces itself. The aromatics explode from the glass with layers of red fruit: strawberry, cherry, raspberry, all beautifully expressive. But what genuinely intrigued me were the herbal notes threading through\u2014distinctive Italian herbs like sage, rosemary, thyme, even a touch of marjoram. There’s also a subtle apricot sweetness and hints of honey that add complexity without tipping into cloying territory.<\/p>\n
The nose alone tells you this was made with more care than typical pink Prosecco. You can smell the quality.<\/p>\n
Palate: The mousse is noticeably softer and rounder than the Gran Cuv\u00e9e\u2014it feels more integrated and refined. Medium acidity provides decent structure, though I personally prefer sparkling wines with more backbone. Here’s my main critique: while the texture is lovely, I found it slightly lacking in the grip and tension that would elevate it from “very good” to “excellent.”<\/p>\n
That said, the fruit expression is delicious. You get those strawberries and cherries from the nose, plus lovely floral notes\u2014violets particularly\u2014and a pleasant fruitiness that persists through the finish. The extended skin contact that gives the wine its color also adds subtle tannins, which create an interesting texture you don’t find in white Prosecco.<\/p>\n
Finish: Medium length with lingering berry notes and a touch of that herbal character. Not the longest finish, but satisfying.<\/p>\n
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Since 2020, Prosecco DOC regulations permit ros\u00e9 production, but with specific rules: it must be made from at least 85% Pinot Noir (often 100%, as here), and it must be vinified as ros\u00e9 from the start\u2014you can’t just add red wine to white Prosecco.<\/p>\n
The category emerged partly due to global ros\u00e9 mania and partly because Veneto producers recognized they were sitting on excellent Pinot Noir vineyards. This grape, famous in Burgundy and Champagne, thrives in cooler Italian climates and brings structure and aromatics that Glera cannot match.<\/p>\n
The result? Ros\u00e9 Prosecco that offers complexity between traditional white Prosecco and more serious sparkling ros\u00e9s from Franciacorta or Champagne\u2014at a more accessible price point.<\/p>\n
The combination of red fruit character, herbal notes, and medium structure makes this remarkably food-friendly:<\/p>\n
Outstanding Matches:<\/p>\n
More Adventurous Pairings:<\/p>\n
Serving Temperature: 6-8\u00b0C (43-46\u00b0F), though I found it even better at 8-9\u00b0C, where the aromatics really opened up.<\/p>\n
Occasions: This is versatile enough for casual dinners but polished enough for celebrations. It’s the wine you serve when you want to show you care without being pretentious.<\/p>\n
At \u20ac24.99, this costs about 50% more than the Gran Cuv\u00e9e. Is the quality improvement proportional? In my view, yes\u2014and then some.<\/p>\n
What You’re Getting for the Extra Money:<\/p>\n
The Competition: At this price, you’re competing with:<\/p>\n
Against Spanish Cava, this holds its own with more pronounced fruit character, though Cava often has better structure. Against entry Franciacorta, you’re getting 80% of the complexity for 70% of the price. Against basic Champagne ros\u00e9? This offers better value unless you specifically want the yeasty, brioche character of traditional-method production.<\/p>\n
Who Should Buy This:<\/p>\n
Who Might Skip This:<\/p>\n
The extended Charmat method used here means the wine spends more time in pressurized tanks after secondary fermentation, allowing flavors to integrate and develop. The grape skins remain in contact with the juice longer during fermentation (maceration), extracting color, subtle tannins, and additional aromatic compounds.<\/p>\n
900wine emphasizes hand-harvesting, which matters more for Pinot Noir than for Glera\u2014this thin-skinned grape damages easily and requires gentle handling. The DOC designation ensures maximum yield control, resulting in greater concentration in each grape.<\/p>\n
These production choices cost more but deliver tangible quality improvements you can taste.<\/p>\n
The 900wine Prosecco DOC Ros\u00e9 Millesimato is what quality ros\u00e9 Prosecco should be: aromatic, food-friendly, elegant without being stuffy. While I wish it had a slightly stronger structural backbone, the overall package offers genuine quality at a fair price.<\/p>\n
This is the wine that convinced me ros\u00e9 Prosecco isn’t just a marketing gimmick\u2014it’s a legitimate category with real potential. The 100% Pinot Noir and DOC designation matter, and you can taste the difference.<\/p>\n
Rating: 4\/5<\/p>\n
My Recommendation: If you’re spending \u20ac20-30 on sparkling wine, this deserves serious consideration. It’s the sweet spot in 900wine’s range\u2014noticeably better than the entry level, without the price jump to the top tier DOCG (which we’ll explore in the next article).<\/p>\n
Thanks again to Erwin Dragt at De Bigondier for sending this bottle. You can find the 900wine Prosecco DOC Ros\u00e9 Millesimato at De Bigondier<\/a> for \u20ac24.99.<\/p>\n Erwin’s passion for curating quality wines means you’re not navigating through hundreds of mediocre options\u2014you’re choosing from bottles he’s personally selected and believes in. His philosophy of “time and attention creating unforgettable memories” shows in selections like this.<\/p>\n This review is based on a sample provided by De Bigondier. My opinions remain honest and independent.<\/p>\n Wine Details:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section] [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Part 2 of 3 in the 900wine Prosecco Series When ros\u00e9 Prosecco was officially approved by Italian wine authorities in 2020, reactions ranged from excitement to eye-rolling skepticism. Another pink wine cash grab? A gimmick to capitalize on the ros\u00e9 trend? I’ll admit, I approached the category with reservations. But after tasting the 900wine Prosecco […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5844,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"googlesitekit_rrm_CAow1aS7DA:productID":"","_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[2032,2018,2036,2035,2039,2034,2019,2037,2015,2033,2040,2038],"class_list":["post-6014","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-winereview-reviews-by-vinovonk","tag-900wine-doc-rose","tag-de-bigondier","tag-doc-prosecco","tag-italian-rose-sparkling-wine","tag-pink-prosecco","tag-pinot-noir-prosecco","tag-prosecco-doc","tag-prosecco-millesimato","tag-prosecco-rose","tag-rose-prosecco-review","tag-sparkling-rose-wine","tag-treviso-rose"],"yoast_head":"\n
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