Cantina Colli Euganei Rialto Prosecco Spumante Extra Dry

- Serve sparkling white chilled to about 6-8°C in slender flute glasses then add a few edible flower petals like violets or elderflowers for a delicate visual contrast.

- Create a mini dessert pairing by serving small bites of honey-drizzled ricotta on grilled crostini alongside the glass for creamy sweetness balancing the bubbles.

- For a summer twist add a splash of fresh watermelon juice and a sprig of fresh basil to the sparkling white; serve over ice in a large wine glass for a refreshing cocktail.

- Present as a “fizz flight”: offer three small pours mixed with unique garnishes—one with fresh pomegranate arils one stirred with elderflower liqueur and one topped with a thin slice of persimmon.

- Turn it into an elegant aperitif by serving in coupe glasses with a twist of lemon zest frozen inside an ice ball letting the zest slowly infuse as it melts.

- Pair with spicy Asian ceviche or light Thai salads—serving chilled sparkling white written on takeaway-style parchment for a casual yet chic sameday event.

- For a creative touch at brunch serve sparkling white floats with a scoop of tart lemon or blood orange sorbet and a drizzle of orange blossom honey.

- Host an outdoor picnic and serve sparkling white in reusable mason jars garnished with a sprig of rosemary and a few crushed pink peppercorns for aroma and subtle spice.

- Use sparkling white as a base for a lower-ABV summer spritz: combine with grapefruit soda and a slice of fresh ginger served in a tall glass over crushed ice.

- For an evening toast create a sparkling white-based “Negroni spritz” by adding equal parts vermouth and Campari garnished with an orange twist served in an old-fashioned glass.

For storing sparkling white wine the following practical recommendations apply:

- Temperature: Store unopened bottles between 10-13 °C (50-55 °F) for optimal preservation and flavor development. For longer-term storage or maximum freshness 40-50 °F (4-10 °C) can also be appropriate. Avoid excessive cold below approximately 3 °C (38 °F) to prevent dulling flavor and effervescence.

- Bottle Orientation: Store bottles on their side or at a slight angle to keep the cork moist preventing it from drying out and shrinking which can allow air to spoil the wine.

- Light Exposure: Keep bottles in a dark place away from direct sunlight and UV rays to prevent "light strike" which harms wine by producing off-odors and degrading quality.

- Sealing: Ensure corks remain intact and moist. Once opened sparkly wines should be resealed with a sparkling wine stopper to preserve bubbles. Opened bottles should be refrigerated and consumed within 1-3 days to retain carbonation.

- Humidity: Maintain storage humidity between 50-85% to prevent corks from drying out but avoid excess moisture that promotes mold growth around corks.

- Stillness: Minimize vibration and movement as constant disturbance can negatively alter acidity and flavor. Avoid storing sparkling wines in areas prone to vibrations like standard refrigerators or near machinery.

Special tip: Because sparkling wines are sensitive to temperature fluctuations store them in a wine fridge or cool stable environment like a cellar avoiding frequent temperature changes or heat sources. Opened bottles require immediate sealing and cold storage to slow gas loss and oxidation.