Written by: VinePair
June 3, 2022
There’s perhaps no beverage that evokes whimsy, celebration, and joy as much as sparkling rosé. What was once a relatively small category has experienced a boom in recent years, riding off the popularity of its still pink sibling. And especially as Prosecco unveiled its rosé DOC just last year and producers around the world have begun making rosé wine out of practically every grape imaginable, bottles lining wine shop shelves have never been more versatile and exciting.
While there may not be a wall dedicated to pink bubbles in wine shops just yet (they’re mostly shelved in the sparkling section of various regions), the category deserves its moment in the spotlight. Brunch with a glass of sparkling rosé is unrivaled; that punch of red fruit hits the palate as the bubbles settle and a perception of creaminess flows in, folding into aromas of strawberries and cutting through fare from bacon fat to waffle toppings. A dense, deeply hued bubbly rosé can even have a little savoriness to it, making for a great cheese pairing. To boot, sparkling rosé has an air of playfulness that makes for great casual gatherings.
This category has been on a steady incline for years now, but this summer might just be it’s time to finally shine. From rosé Champagnes to pink bubbles from California, these are the best sparkling rosé wines the VinePair team has tasted so far in 2022.
The Best Sparkling Rosés Under $50
Ca’ Furlan Prosecco DOC Rosé Brut Cuvée Mariana
Pink Prosecco is a fairly new phenomenon. Sure, the region has been making bubbly rosé for some time now, but it wasn’t until 2020 that they made it official with a DOC designation. Since then, an ocean of rosé from the Prosecco region has been flooding our markets. Try one of the best first! This rosato has a heady nose with some ripe fruit notes and the scent of fresh goat cheese at the market. Average price: $12
