Spritz Del Conte Classico 750ML is a ready-to-drink Italian spritz made with Prosecco and 20 botanicals, bottled at 8.5% ABV in a 750ml format. Produced by the Riboli Family Wines and launched in 2024, this bottled spritz eliminates the need to mix separate components while delivering the bitter-orange-and-herb profile associated with the classic aperitivo tradition. Quick Facts: ABV: 8.5% | Origin: Northern Italy | Style: Ready-to-Drink Spritz | Producer: Riboli Family Wines Production & Heritage Spritz Del Conte Classico is built on a base of Prosecco made from Glera grapes, a varietal native to northeastern Italy and the backbone of all authentic Prosecco production. That sparkling wine is then blended with a proprietary formula of 20 botanicals, delivering the herbal bitterness and citrus brightness characteristic of the Italian spritz ritual. As a single-bottle format, it arrives fully composed — no measuring, no separate bottles of sparkling wine and bitter liqueur required. Tasting Notes Aroma: Orange peel dominates on the nose, quickly followed by an herbal undercurrent and a faint floral lift. The aromatics are bright and immediate, suggesting the zesty character to come. Taste: The entry is sweet and fresh, carried by effervescent bubbles from the Prosecco base. Mid-palate, zesty bitter orange takes over, balanced by crisp white wine acidity. At its peak, the botanical blend introduces a layered herbal complexity that keeps the sweetness in check. Finish: Clean and refreshing, with lingering bitter citrus and a dry herbal fade. The carbonation keeps the close lively and palate-cleansing. How to Drink Del Conte Classico Serve well-chilled in a large wine glass over ice, garnished with a fresh orange slice — the simplest and most effective presentation. The 8.5% ABV keeps things sessionable, making it an ideal standalone pour. Hugo Spritz riff: Top a pour of Del Conte Classico with a splash of elderflower syrup and fresh mint for a lighter, floral variation on the aperitivo theme. Spritz & Tonic: Lengthen with a small measure of quality tonic water and a grapefruit twist to amplify the bitter citrus notes without adding alcohol. Negroni Sbagliato twist: Combine with equal parts sweet vermouth for a low-ABV riff that leans on the Prosecco base and botanical bitterness already present. Best For Hosting a summer aperitivo hour without the hassle of mixing individual spritzes Bringing a crowd-friendly, low-ABV option to outdoor gatherings or picnics Introducing someone to the Italian spritz tradition with a ready-made, balanced example Casual weeknight sipping when a full cocktail setup feels like too much effort Frequently Asked Questions What does Del Conte Classico taste like? It leads with zesty bitter orange and fresh citrus, supported by herbal complexity from 20 botanicals and balanced by the crisp effervescence of its Prosecco base. The overall impression is bright, refreshing, and gently bitter. How does Del Conte Classico compare to Aperol Spritz? Both share a bitter orange and herbal flavor profile, but Del Conte Classico arrives as a fully blended, ready-to-drink product at 8.5% ABV, while a traditional Aperol Spritz requires mixing Aperol, Prosecco, and soda water separately. The Del Conte version is wine-based rather than built on a standalone bitter liqueur, which gives it a slightly lighter, more integrated character. Is Del Conte Classico good for beginners? Yes — at 8.5% ABV with a balanced sweet-bitter profile and no mixing required, it provides an accessible entry point into the Italian aperitivo category. Where is Del Conte Classico made? Del Conte Classico is produced in Northern Italy by the Riboli Family Wines. The Prosecco base is made from Glera grapes, the traditional grape variety of the Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia Prosecco-producing regions. What foods pair well with Del Conte Classico? Bruschetta topped with fresh tomato and basil matches the citrus brightness. Prosciutto-wrapped melon echoes the sweet-bitter balance. Fried calamari or arancini benefit from the carbonation cutting through the richness. Aged Parmigiano-Reggiano adds a savory, umami counterpoint. Marinated olives reinforce the herbal and bitter notes. What sizes does Del Conte Classico come in? The standard format is 750ml, which yields approximately four to five generously poured servings over ice. Is Del Conte Classico worth the price? It positions as an accessible, everyday aperitivo option — priced in line with other ready-to-drink spritzes and comparable to buying Prosecco and a bitter liqueur separately, with the added convenience of a single bottle. Why Del Conte Classico? The core appeal here is convenience without compromise. Rather than stocking three separate bottles and measuring ratios, Del Conte Classico delivers a fully realized spritz in a single pour. The use of authentic Prosecco from Glera grapes as the base — rather than a generic sparkling wine — gives it legitimate Italian provenance. The proprietary blend of 20 botanicals provides a more complex herbal backbone than many competing ready-to-drink spritzes, and the 8.5% ABV keeps it squarely in sessionable territory for long afternoons and relaxed evenings.
