De Bortoli Wines is adding two new flavours to its Spritz range with Lemon & Lime and Sangria joining the Limoncello Spritz which was launched in 2024.
The family-owned winery is targeting two key consumer trends with the spritz being a key part of the global growth of aperitivo-style drinks, and younger consumers in particular engaging with citrus and other fruit-forward flavours in the wine and spritz categories.
In a statement about the release, De Bortoli said: “[The] new Lemon & Lime Spritz taps into the enduring popularity of citrus in drinks. Crafted from a lightly sparkling wine base, it blends lemon’s bright freshness with lime’s zesty acidity, creating a lively, layered fizz that’s both approachable and flavourful.
“The Sangria Spritz takes inspiration from the classic Spanish pitcher drink into a fizzy delight. Fruity, aromatic, and refreshingly balanced, it’s also perfect for topping up with seasonal fruit – add your own twist and create a sangria-style serve that changes with the season.”
Tasting notes for the Lemon & Lime Spritz describe: “A refreshingly lively fizz with vibrant citrus flavours of freshly squeezed lemon with zesty lime peel. Bursting of citrus sunshine with lime adding another layer of bright, zesty and complex flavour. Ready to drink as is, or serve over ice in a cocktail glass and garnish with a slice of lime. Perfect for backyard parties, beach outings and general refreshment.”
And for the Sangria Spritz: “A juicy red delicious fizz that is ready to pop, pour and sip, and is adaptable by topping it with different fruits such as orange, strawberry or raspberry to make it season specific. De Bortoli’s Sangria Spritz is versatile and refreshingly delicious, ideal for warm weather and outdoor occasions that is sure to be a crowd pleaser. For the ultimate enjoyment, serve it in a large pitcher with ice and topped with your favourite fruits.”
De Bortoli said that it will continue to listen and respond to how people like to drink and will continue to innovate to meet new trends.