WSET3 Palate Notes


Tastes Like:

Glera, synonymous with Prosecco, offers a spectrum of styles from dry to sweet, captivating wine enthusiasts with its refreshing profile.

Italy changed the name of the grape to Glera to protect the Prosecco GI

What you can expect to taste and smell?

Primary Flavours & Aromas

Glera wines range from bone-dry to sweet, featuring crisp acidity and delightful effervescence in sparkling forms.

Appellations / Producers of Note

Predominantly grown in the Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia regions of Italy, where it excels in the production of Prosecco sparkling wines.

Age-worthiness

Best enjoyed young to preserve its fresh fruitiness and vibrant acidity.

First Published: Wednesday, Apr 19, 2023 Last updated: Jun 10, 2024

If you're a wine enthusiast like me ... follow my adventures, learn about grapes or winemaking.

read more

Meet the author

Photo for Damien Saunders
Damien Saunders
WSET3 award - Has been on a journey to learn more about wine, viticulture since I started travelling. Every country has something to drink.
Find our more about me.