This wonderfully cheerful Italian sparkling wine would make a wonderful companion to Thai spring rolls or coconut fried shrimp. Sweet fruit flavors of peach and grapefruit are enhanced by foamy perlage. ——M.L.(12/31/2011)—— 87

The nose is proper and smooth, but a touch sweet. That sweetness is confirmed on the palate, where pear flavors veer toward syrupy. The finish is simple and once again sweet, which fits the pattern. If you like yours sugary and somewhat like liquid candy, this is for you. ——M.S.(6/1/2003)—— 85