FitVine Wine Prosecco
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Wilfred
Wong
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FitVine's low sugar delicately bubbly wine boasts scents of fruity tropical flowers, and ripe pear. The palate is vibrant, loaded with harmonious notes of green apple, citrus and mineral finesse. Finishing with a clean light and elegant crisp acidity.
*The label for FitVine Prosecco is in the process of changing. You may receive either of these two labels featured above. Specific labels cannot be requested.
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Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
COMMENTARY: The FitVine Prosecco is bright, fresh, and active. TASTING NOTES: This wine exhibits pleasing aromas of ripe citrus. Serve it as an aperitif and with light hors d'oeurves. (Tasted: June 13, 2021, San Francisco, CA)
In 2015, two friends who adored wine, but weren't exactly sommeliers, had a brainwave. They saw a gap in market for wines that could jive with active, vibrant lives like yours. So, armed with an entrepreneurial spirit and a thirst for fun, they birthed FitVine.
FitVine isn't just a wine. It's a revolution, a fun and audacious answer to the call of all of you who want to raise a glass without sacrificing your hard-earned gains at the gym. Sugar? Nah, don't need it. Sulfites and tannins? Keep 'em low like your last set of reps. Flavor? Oh, it's there alright, strutting its stuff like a runway model at a vino fashion show.
At FitVine they believe less is more except when it comes to great taste! They also believe you should know what's in each glass of wine you drink—from sugar content to calories and everything in between so you can make the best choice for you.
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