What does Spumante mean?

"Spumante" is an Italian term that translates to "sparkling" in English, typically used to describe sparkling wines. It refers to wines that are carbonated, either through natural fermentation or artificial means, resulting in bubbles. Spumante wines can vary in sweetness levels, with types such as "dry" (secco) and "sweet" (dolce). Famous examples include Asti Spumante, a sweet sparkling wine from the Piedmont region of Italy.