In the comprehensive wine guide 21 Best Red Wines to Drink in 2025, According to Top Sommeliers published by Men’s Journal on February 6, 2025, travel and lifestyle writer Brittany Anas features Banfi Rosa Regale Brachetto Sparkling Red as the publication’s top choice for best sparkling red wine, highlighted through expert commentary from Advanced Sommelier Amy Racine, beverage director for JF Restaurants. Racine praises the light sparkling red for its delicate and refreshing character with notes of tart black cherry and rose petal plus fine bubbles, noting that every time she pours it for someone they are blown away and surprised by how light it is, with no one expecting a chilled sparkling red to be so bright and light on its toes, making it an especially fun wine for dinner parties. The feature emphasizes Banfi Rosa Regale’s remarkable versatility throughout an entire meal, from light bites like charcuterie and cheese all the way through to grilled items, with Racine specifically highlighting how the tart fruit flavor and kiss of sweet strawberry playing off of char from the grill is welcomed and refreshing on warm nights, positioning the wine as an ideal selection for spring and summer entertaining alongside the publication’s curated selection of over two dozen expert-recommended bottles.