What’s in a name? Nosecco a no-go as furious Prosecco takes it to court
Amid the shifting landscape for alternatives, food and drink producers will need to be innovative and creative with their branding
Fancy a glass of Nosecco? The alcohol-free sparkling wine might not be to everyone’s taste, but its catchy name caused a fight between a French group and the Italian producers of Prosecco. The outcome could have implications for companies looking to ride the trend towards alcohol-free alternatives to traditional drinks and vegan offerings that strive to look and taste like meat and dairy products.
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