National Prosecco Day: The Best Prosecco and Sparkling Wines to Drink This August
In short: National Prosecco Day falls on 13 August each year, making it a brilliant excuse to explore sparkling wine done properly. Humble Grape champions Prosecco, Crémant and Champagne from independent producers who put sustainability at the heart of their winemaking, with organic, biodynamic and low-intervention bottles throughout the range.
National Prosecco Day is celebrated on 13 August each year, and at Humble Grape we think any occasion that puts great fizz in the spotlight is worth raising a glass to. We are not a supermarket shelf of mass-produced bubbles. The sparkling wines we pour and sell come from independent producers committed to thoughtful, sustainable winemaking, with plenty of organic and biodynamic bottles to discover.
Whether you are a lifelong Prosecco fan or ready to venture a little further, consider this your invitation to explore the world of sparkling wine and discover a few bottles worth opening all year round.
Why Prosecco Earns Its Own Day
Prosecco has become the go-to sparkling wine for a reason. It is bright, approachable and endlessly drinkable, with fresh notes of green apple, pear and a hint of white blossom. It rewards the curious without demanding a special occasion, which is exactly the sort of wine we love to champion.
The Prosecco we stock comes from growers who farm with care in north-east Italy, with a focus on character rather than mass-market production. That difference shows up in the glass: more character, more freshness and a cleaner finish. If you have only ever met Prosecco at a party, a well-made bottle from an independent producer can be a proper revelation.
What Makes a Great Prosecco
Good Prosecco is all about balance. You want lively bubbles, ripe orchard fruit and just enough crispness to keep it refreshing. Prosecco is made predominantly from the Glera grape in north-east Italy, across Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia. Celebrated DOCG areas such as Conegliano Valdobbiadene and Asolo offer their own distinctive expressions.
Sweetness levels matter too. Brut is drier than Extra Dry, despite the name, while Dry is sweeter still. You may also come across Brut Nature and Extra Brut, which are even drier styles. For most tables, a Brut or Extra Dry hits the sweet spot.
You can explore our full range in the Humble Grape Prosecco collection and find one that suits your taste.
Prosecco vs Champagne: What's the Difference?
Prosecco and Champagne are often lumped together, yet they are made in very different ways. Most Prosecco gains its bubbles through the Martinotti or Charmat method, where the second fermentation takes place in pressurised tanks. This helps preserve its fresh, fruity character.
Champagne is made through a second fermentation in the bottle, giving it fine, persistent bubbles and deeper, bready, brioche-like flavours. Neither is better; they simply suit different moments.
How to Serve Prosecco at Its Best
Serve Prosecco well chilled, around 6 to 8°C, so the bubbles stay lively and the fruit stays crisp. A generously sized tulip-shaped glass gives the aromas room to open while helping preserve the bubbles.
Pour gently and open the bottle with a quiet sigh rather than a dramatic pop to keep as much fizz in the wine as possible.
Sparkling Wines to Explore Beyond Prosecco
National Prosecco Day may put Prosecco centre stage, but it is also a brilliant reminder of just how varied the sparkling wine world can be. If you already know the style of Prosecco you love, Crémant and Champagne are natural next steps.
Browse the full sparkling wine collection to see everything in one place, or read on for a few directions worth exploring.
Crémant: The Explorer's Sparkling
Crémant is French sparkling wine made using the same traditional method as Champagne, but from French regions including Alsace, the Loire and Burgundy. That means fine bubbles and real complexity, often at a friendlier price.
It is the pour for anyone who wants the elegance of traditional-method sparkling wine with a sense of discovery. Our Crémant collection is a brilliant place to start.
Beyond Prosecco: Champagne for a Special Occasion
When the occasion calls for it, Champagne offers another expression of what sparkling wine can be. Those tiny, persistent bubbles and layered flavours of toast, citrus and almond make it a wine to linger over.
Reach for a bottle from our Champagne collection, including independent producers such as Philippe Gonet, when you want to mark a milestone, and serve it a touch warmer than Prosecco, around 8 to 10°C, to let the character shine.
Perfect Food Pairings for Sparkling Wine
Sparkling wine is one of the most versatile partners at the table. Its acidity and bubbles cut through rich, salty and fried foods beautifully.
Prosecco loves antipasti, prosciutto and fresh seafood, while a drier Crémant sings alongside soft cheese or roast chicken. Champagne, for its part, has a legendary friendship with fish and chips.
The rule of thumb is simple: if it is crisp and refreshing, it can lift a huge variety of dishes.
Where to Enjoy Sparkling Wine at Humble Grape
Bottles are only half the story. Across our London wine bars, you can settle in with a glass of sparkling wine and a plate of small plates, chosen and poured by people who genuinely love the wine.
Find your nearest spot on our locations page and make an occasion of it whenever the mood for a glass of fizz strikes.
Ready to discover your next favourite bottle?Shop Sparkling Wines and have your fizz delivered to your door, or Book a Table at your local Humble Grape and enjoy a glass in good company.
People Also Ask
When is National Prosecco Day?
National Prosecco Day is celebrated every year on 13 August.
Is Prosecco the same as Champagne?
No. Prosecco is made in Italy, with most styles using the tank method to create fresh, fruity flavours. Champagne is made in France using a second fermentation in the bottle, which produces fine bubbles and richer, toasty flavours.
What food pairs best with Prosecco?
Prosecco pairs wonderfully with antipasti, cured meats, fresh seafood and light nibbles. Its crisp acidity also cuts through salty and fried foods, making it a flexible match for a wide variety of dishes.
How should Prosecco be served?
Serve Prosecco well chilled at around 6 to 8°C in a tulip-shaped glass, pouring gently to keep the bubbles lively.
Are Humble Grape's sparkling wines organic?
Humble Grape's range focuses on sustainably made wines, including organic, biodynamic and low-intervention bottles from independent producers.
