What are the best regions for producing Moscato d’Asti wine?
Moscato d'Asti is made in one defined area of Piedmont, Italy: 52 communes across the provinces of Alessandria, Asti and Cuneo. There is no official 'best' commune, so choose by producer and vintage rather than by village.
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Where is Moscato d’Asti made?
Moscato d’Asti is a protected wine from Piedmont in north-west Italy. The Cuneo Province page on Asti DOCG says the production area covers 52 communes in the provinces of Alessandria, Asti and Cuneo, and that the zone has been officially delimited since 1932. It is made only from white Muscat grapes.
Is there a best region?
There is no official ranking of the 52 communes, so be careful with any list that names one village as the best. Any claim that one village is the best is opinion, not a rule. A good bottle depends more on the producer, the vineyard site and the vintage.
What makes Moscato d’Asti different from Asti?
| Moscato d’Asti | Asti (Asti Spumante) | |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol (per the Cuneo page) | 4.5 to 6.5 percent | 7 to 9.5 percent |
| Fizz | Still or lightly sparkling | Fully sparkling |
| Sweetness | Sweet | Sweet, a little stronger |
| Cork | Straight cork | Mushroom-shaped cork |
How to choose a bottle
- Look for the DOCG mark and the words Moscato d’Asti on the label.
- Check the vintage: this style is generally meant to be drunk young, so choose a recent one.
- Choose a named producer rather than an unnamed bottle.
- Store it upright in a cool place at home.
How to serve
Serve it well chilled in a white wine glass. It is a classic with fresh fruit, fruit tarts, light cakes and soft cheese, and it also suits brunch. Drink it within a few days of opening because the light fizz fades.
General guidance, not a ranking or award list.
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Where is Moscato d'Asti from?
From Piedmont, Italy. The zone covers 52 communes in the provinces of Alessandria, Asti and Cuneo.
How strong is Moscato d'Asti?
Officially about 4.5 to 6.5 percent alcohol by volume, lower than Asti Spumante at 7 to 9.5 percent.
Should I age Moscato d'Asti?
Generally no. It is meant to be drunk young and fresh, so look for a recent vintage and drink it soon after buying.
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