Sparkling wines, sherry and port, selected by the Observer’s wine writer
Tesco Finest Pignoletto, Emilia Romagna, Italy NV
(£8.99, Tesco)
In the same stylistic ballpark as prosecco – and capable of playing the same role in bellini cocktails, the Christmas morning buck’s fizz, adult sorbet or granita and as accompaniment to light, fruity desserts – this pignoletto, made from the grape of the same name, has a kick of fresh lemon to go with its vivacious cream-and-sherbet fizz.
Best value: Villion Blanc de Blancs, Méthode Cap Classique, Viljoensdrift, South Africa
(£13.70, tanners-wines.co.uk)