Party Prosecco: 12 standout DOC buys

Refreshing in all senses of the word, Ombre is a contemporary take on Prosecco. Light, elegant and delicately perfumed, floral notes, peach and citrus peel mingle with hints of almond and fresh herbs. Dry with balanced acidity and a soft, gentle mouthfeel.

There’s more to this glamorous gold bottle than meets the eye. Producer Bottega uses 100% certified renewable energy, and the wine is made from grapes cultivated in the prime-quality hilly area of Treviso province. The stone fruit core unravels with hints of lychee and tropical blossom. Lean with poised acidity, leading to a fresh floral finish. Wonderful intensity.

From vines grown in the volcanic soils of Gambellara, where meticulous detail and organic vineyard management are practised. Intensely aromatic with a persistent fizz, crisp green apple, fresh lemon and orange blossom come to the fore, while stone fruit and subtle mineral notes linger. Mouthwatering acidity is balanced by just enough residual sugar.

From vines grown in the heart of Veneto, this brut is clean and bright. Uplifting aromatics of green orchard fruit, lemon zest and honey blossom lead to a light, floral palate with good concentration and balanced acidity. Elderflower and peach linger on the finish. 85% Glera, with Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio.

Soft and nuanced with jasmine, pear and apple aromas. Light, pure nectarine and pithy lemon flavours fill the palate, with a deliciously creamy texture, integrated mousse, good balance and lifted acidity. 85% Glera, 10% Chardonnay and 5% Pinot Bianco.

From the steep slopes of Treviso, this is a lithe, crisp wine made exclusively for The Wine Society. Ripe and pure on the nose with bright aromas of pear and elderflower, green apple and juicy nectarine emerge on the palate, intensified by a chiffon-like mousse and finishing with some zesty lime.

Made under the watchful eye of winemaker Alberto Marchisio, this unexpectedly racy extra-dry (meaning it's off-dry) Prosecco comes from the hills of Vicenza, where cool nights and lower yields aid freshness and precision. Pretty and floral on the nose, with intense lemon and grapefruit flavours.

La Gioiosa has been a driving force in quality Prosecco production. With perfumed aromatics of ripe golden apple, honey blossom and citrus, it has fresh apricot and a touch of sweetness to taste, balanced by a refreshing seam of effervescence and lip-licking acidity.

Softly sparkling, this quintessentially Italian aperitif has a slightly lower pressure than the typical spumante styles (which generally have at least 3 atmospheres). The nose is subtle and elegant with crisp orchard fruit. A burst of citrus and white peach introduce a deliciously dry palate with a lightly phenolic finish. Organic.

This well-balanced brut has jasmine, honeydew and fresh apricot aromas, with lifted acidity, vibrant mousse and lemon sherbet notes, which together give the palate an exuberant uplift. There's just a hint of residual sweetness leading to a slightly saline, mineral finish. Pair with sushi or salmon canapés.

From the hilly sub-zone of DOC Treviso, this is fresh and fruity with plenty of white peach, pear drop and baked apple aromas. Ripe orchard fruit explodes on the palate, followed by a soft, creamy mouthfeel and delicate fizz. The residual sugar makes this perfect for pairing with light dishes and starters.