Prosecco Sales Sparkle As Brits Develop Thirst For Fizz

Sparkling wine sales in the UK have increased by 80% in the last five years – and more is now being made at home, according to HM Revenue and Customs figures. Accountancy group UHY Hacker Young estimates that 31.6 million gallons of prosecco and cava will be sold in 2015/16 - up from 17.6 million gallons in 2011/12. Prosecco and cava are two of the most popular types of affordable Champagne alternatives, with many bottles sold for less than £10.