Moscato d'Asti "SAN CARLO" DOCG MONTALBERA
Sommelier score | 89/100 | 2024 |
Winery | MONTALBERA |
Denomination | Moscato d'Asti DOCG |
Vintage | 2023 |
Grapes | 100% Moscato |
Alcohol content | 5,50% |
Cl | 75cl |
Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
Code ICQRF | CN/879 |
Winery headquarter | MONTALBERA - Castagnole Monferrato (AT) - Cascina Montalbera, 1 |
Bottle size | Standard bottle |
Combination | Desserts, Chocolate, Strudel, dried Fruit, Panettone, Fruit pies and cream |
Region | Piedmont (Italy) |
Style | Light and fresh |
Wine list | Moscato |
This sensational wine is produced in Piedmont with 100% Moscato Bianco. The vineyards are trained with Guyot method. The wine making starts with soft pressing, followed by decanting and storage at controlled temperature. The fermentation is managed in autoclave and it is followed by the aging, that last between 20 and 40 days, depending on the harvest. In the last years “Moscato d’Asti” has grown up, increasing its quality level. It is able to tell the history of its territory and it is always synonym of holiday, as it is perfect to accompany Christmas and its delicious sweets.
Features of “Moscato d’ Asti DOCG San Carlo” by Montalbera
Gold yellow colour surrounded by a wide and characteristic perfume that recall wisteria, linden, peach, apricot and balsamic sensations. The taste is typical of the variety, with hints of sage and orange fruits.
Recommended food pairings while tasting this white wine
Excellent conclusion of a pleasant meal, especially if it’s Christmas: It is fabulous with the typical sweets that accompany this happy event like “pandoro and panettone”. It has to be served at 8°C in a high, tapered wine glass.