Riccadonna is an Italian wine producer based in Piedmont, specializing in sparkling wines. The company produces Prosecco DOC, which represents an interesting geographic designation since Prosecco production traditionally centers in the Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia regions rather than Piedmont. This positioning reflects the broader expansion of Prosecco production within approved DOC boundaries.

Prosecco DOC allows production across a wide geographic area in northeastern Italy, with wines made primarily from the Glera grape variety. The DOC designation permits various styles including Extra Dry, which typically contains 12-17 grams of residual sugar per liter, creating a lightly sweet profile that balances Glera's natural acidity. The grape produces wines with characteristic notes of green apple, pear, and citrus, along with floral undertones.

Riccadonna's current range includes Prosecco Extra Dry made from Glera grapes, offered in convenient mini bottle formats. This packaging approach caters to portion control and individual serving preferences, making the sparkling wine accessible for various consumption occasions.

Prosecco DOC is a designation of controlled origin established in 2009 that covers a large area across nine provinces in northeastern Italy, primarily within the Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia regions, with some areas extending into Piedmont. This expansive appellation was created to regulate and protect the production of Prosecco following increased global demand and to distinguish it from the higher-tier Prosecco DOCG zones of Valdobbiadene and Conegliano.

The appellation requires wines to be made from at least 85% Glera grapes, with the remainder permitted to include other local varieties such as Verdiso, Bianchetta Trevigiana, and Perera. Production follows the Charmat method, where secondary fermentation occurs in pressurized stainless steel tanks rather than individual bottles, preserving the fresh, fruity character of the Glera grape. The varied terrain within the DOC encompasses both flat plains and hillside vineyards, with predominantly clay and limestone soils that contribute to the wines' mineral backbone.

Prosecco DOC wines typically display bright acidity with primary flavors of green apple, pear, and citrus, often accompanied by floral notes of white flowers and wisteria. The wines are produced in several sweetness levels, from the bone-dry Brut to the off-dry Extra Dry style, with the latter being particularly popular in the domestic Italian market. These sparkling wines are characterized by their approachable nature, moderate alcohol levels, and clean, refreshing finish that makes them suitable for both aperitif consumption and food pairing.