Description
Prosecco grapes, also known as Glera, are the cornerstone of the famous Italian sparkling wine. They are a white grape variety primarily grown in the Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia regions of Italy.
Ingredients
- Prosecco Grapes (Glera)
Instructions
- Harvest the Prosecco grapes.
- Process the grapes to extract the juice for winemaking.
- Ferment the juice.
- Bottle the wine.
- Allow for secondary fermentation to create the bubbles (Charmat method).
Notes
- Prosecco grapes are native to northeastern Italy.
- The Glera grape is known for its high acidity and neutral flavor profile.
- The Charmat method of secondary fermentation in tanks is typical for Prosecco.
- Category: Ingredient
- Method: Growing and Processing
- Cuisine: Italian