Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore DOCG

Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore DOCG represents the highest classification for Prosecco wines, covering a specific hilly area in the Veneto region of northeastern Italy. This DOCG zone encompasses 15 communes between the towns of Valdobbiadene and Conegliano, with vineyards planted on steep slopes at elevations ranging from 50 to 500 meters. The designation was elevated to DOCG status in 2009, recognizing the superior quality potential of this historic Prosecco heartland.

The region's unique terroir combines a temperate continental climate with diverse soils ranging from clay and limestone to sandstone and conglomerate rock. Glera serves as the primary grape variety, comprising at least 85% of the blend, with small amounts of Verdiso, Bianchetta Trevigiana, and Perera permitted. The steep hillside vineyards require hand-harvesting, and wines are produced using the Charmat method, where secondary fermentation occurs in pressurized tanks to preserve the fresh, fruity character of the Glera grape.

Wines from this appellation typically display bright acidity, delicate effervescence, and aromatic profiles featuring green apple, pear, white flowers, and citrus notes. The hillside sites contribute greater complexity and mineral character compared to Prosecco from flatter terrain, with the best examples showing fine, persistent bubbles and a clean, dry finish. The DOCG regulations ensure stricter yield limits and quality controls, resulting in wines with more concentration and aging potential than standard Prosecco DOC.