# Kirkland Signature Prosecco Rosé DOC

- **Producer:** Kirkland Signature
- **Colour:** rosé
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Glera, Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Prosecco DOC, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 11.0%
- **Average price:** €8
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** strawberry, raspberry, watermelon, peach, rose, pomegranate, citrus

## About this wine

The Kirkland Signature Prosecco Rosé DOC is a notable release, marking the official introduction of the Prosecco Rosé category under the Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) regulations, which were established in 2020. As a private label from Costco Wholesale, Kirkland Signature partners with Italian producers to offer this wine, benefiting from Costco's direct sourcing model to provide value. The grapes are sourced from the traditional Prosecco DOC region in Northeastern Italy, encompassing Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia. This sparkling rosé is a 'Millesimato' wine, indicating that at least 85% of the grapes are from a single vintage year. The blend consists primarily of Glera, the traditional Prosecco grape, with the addition of Pinot Noir, which is vinified as a red wine to impart the characteristic rosé color and subtle structure.

## Interesting facts

- Prosecco Rosé DOC was officially approved only in 2020.
- The wine is a blend of Glera (for bubbles) and Pinot Noir (for color and fruit).
- Costco's private label model cuts out distributor costs.
- The 'Extra Dry' label means it's actually slightly off-dry.

## Food pairing

The wine's crisp acidity cuts through richness and fat, while its subtle fruit notes complement lighter proteins and fresh ingredients. The 'Extra Dry' sweetness level provides a slight counterpoint to savory dishes without being cloying.

## Wine making process

This Prosecco Rosé DOC is produced using the Charmat method, where the secondary fermentation occurs in pressurized tanks to create its signature sparkle. A key regulation for this specific designation mandates a minimum of 60 days for this secondary fermentation, aimed at enhancing complexity and bubble quality. The wine is a blend of Glera (85-90%) and Pinot Noir (10-15%), with the Pinot Noir contributing the rosé color and structure. The grapes are sourced from the designated Prosecco DOC area in Northeastern Italy. The wine is designated 'Millesimato,' meaning at least 85% of the grapes are from the stated vintage year. It is designed for early release and consumption to preserve its freshness.