Spritz of the Summer
Spritz of the summer
At Pizzolato, we believe that a world-class Spritz is only as good as the wine that anchors it. For a bartender, this means starting with a pure, honest canvas that enhances rather than masks your ingredients. We’ve seen our wine travel from our lush Venetian vineyards to the best bars in the world, and now we want to see it through your eyes.
We know Pizzolato is organic and delicious, but its true potential is unlocked by the creativity behind the bar. We are looking for innovators who can boldly redefine what an Italian Spritz can be. The stage is yours: show us how you can transform our bubbles into your next masterpiece.
enter to win
Grand Prize: Large Feature in Decanter Magazine and a Trip for two to Italy!
Regional Prize: Feature in Decanter Magazine
Regions: Northeast, Southeast, South, Midwest, Mountain, California, Southwest
The Judges
Ryan Zotovich
Winemaker
Sabrina Rodelli
Co-Owner of Pizzolato
US Bartenders’ Guild
Judging Panel
How to Enter
Craft your unique Pizzolato Spritz
Feature it on your menu (optional).
Snap a photo or video.
Submit by June 30th.
Terms and Conditions for the competition.
Frequently Asked Questions
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US residents, 21+, working as bartenders or beverage professionals. No purchase necessary.
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Submit your original spritz recipe, a photo or video, and the entry form at pizzolatomuseusa.com/spritz-of-the-summer by June 30, 2026. One entry per person.
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It's encouraged but not required. Your recipe must feature Pizzolato Prosecco as the foundation.
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High-quality and well-lit. Judging is virtual, so your photo is your presentation — poor shots will hurt your score.
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Three categories, each 1–10: Flavor/Balance, Creativity/Originality, and Presentation. Highest combined score wins.
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Grand Prize: a feature in Decanter Magazine and a trip to Italy. Regional winners also receive a Decanter feature.
Spritz of the Summer: Entry Form
We’re looking forward to seeing what you made! Please submit your entries by June 30th. The winner will be announced July 31st. Competition Terms and Conditions.