I have to confess, I liked the wines, particularly the Cartizze and Crede Prosecco, and also the Bisol sweet wine, Duca di Dolle, made using a dried grape technique. They have freshness and appeal, they are delicate and pleasing on the palate. They do not have the firm presence, gravitas even, of Champagne, but this is a completely different style of wine and we should not expect that to be the case. What they do have is acidity, minerality and freshness, which is more than enough. And if it is price rather than style that lights your candle, these wines are certainly worth looking at; even the prestigious Cartizze label comes in at less than many grande marque non-vintage Champagnes. www.winedoctor.com Chris Kissack