A perfectly nice bubbly at a fantastic price! What makes this bottle interesting to me is a combination of what it is and what it is not… So let’s start with what it is not: it is not Champagne, but at only $7.99 it is not priced like Champagne which would typically cost $35 for an entry level example. Nor does the Private Cuvee taste like Champagne, but it IS a nice tasting bubbly – and in my mind tastes better than any other super-value bubbly. Typically I would encourage saving the super value sparklers for mixing and climb up-market to the $10-$20 range and find a Cremant de Bourgogne or something of the sort. But not this time – the Zardetto Private Cuvee is perfectly nice – with a fresh, soft fruity nose reminiscent of its Prosecco roots followed by pleasant apple (the addition of chardonnay in the blend helps) and peach flavors and a relatively dry finish (not the driest, but not sweet for sure). Complex it is not, but pleasing it is! If I were in need of a party wine I would not hesitate to buy the $7.99 Zardetto Private Cuvee by the case! (PA code 32247)
Jack Brice Wine 