Dirupo Valdobbiadene DOCG Brut 2023 is the “Best Prosecco” at The Master Winemaker 100 Awards 2025 of The Drinks Business
Valdobbiadene, February 18 2025 – Paris celebrates Italian winemaking excellence and, in particular, the talent of Mirco Balliana, winemaker of Andreola Winery, who was awarded the Master Winemaker 100 Awards 2025 of The Drinks Business for his Dirupo Valdobbiadene DOCG Brut 2023, crowned “Best Prosecco”. This prestigious recognition, presented at Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris, highlights the excellence of sparkling wine craftsmanship and the superior quality of Valdobbiadene.
The Master Winemaker 100 selection annually honors the world’s best winemakers, chosen through a rigorous blind tasting conducted by Masters of Wine and industry experts. Dirupo Valdobbiadene DOCG Brut 2023, a symbol of Andreola’s winemaking identity, has established itself as one of the finest expressions of Italian sparkling wines, reaffirming the central role of Cartizze and Valdobbiadene DOCG in the international wine scene.
“Receiving this award is an immense honor, but more than a personal recognition, I consider it a victory for our entire region” – says Mirco Balliana. “Valdobbiadene needs to be recognized as one of the world’s top wine regions: behind every bottle, there is the work of generations of winemakers, the dedication of those who cultivate these heroic hills, and the desire to bring to the world a Prosecco that is a true expression of our extraordinary terroir.”
With this award, Andreola further strengthens its role as an ambassador of Valdobbiadene DOCG excellence, carrying forward a commitment driven by passion, research, and a deep connection to the territory.
