About Piedmont Moscato dAsti

About Piedmont Moscato dAsti
Moscato d'Asti from Italy's Piedmont region has become a huge sales success over the past decade. Produced from the Moscato grape, the wine is slightly sparkling (frizzante), so there is a slight "pop" when the cork is removed.

Displaying aromas of peach, apricot, orange blossom and often ginger, this is a light dessert wine with an alcohol level of only 5.5%. The wine has a light-to-medium sweetness (typically an RS of 7-12%) to it and is a delight on its own or with fresh strawberries or peaches. It is rare to find a bad Moscato d'Asti, as even the simplest versions are quite pleasing, it is produced by large companies as well as small, artisanal producers. Consume in its first year to enjoy its zesty fruitiness.

Top Picks for Piedmont Moscato dAsti

Saracco 2023  Moscato dAsti DOP
93 points
$18
Best Buy
Ripe fruit and a sweet finish make this an easy wine to share instead of dessert; approachable and with a level of depth and complexity behind the sugar that will appeal to lovers of sophisticated bubbles.
93 points $18 Best Buy
Saracco 2021  Moscato
90 points
$18
Best Buy
Tailgates or family picnics, this ripe and floral Moscato d'Asti will make for an easy drinking brunch wine.
Awards: '2022 World Value Wine Challenge-Top 3 Sparkling Wine $20 and Under' Best Summer BBQ White Wine 2022 Best Piedmont Moscato d'Asti
90 points $18 Best Buy
Cupcake 2021  Moscato DAsti DOCG
89 points
$13
Best Buy
A lovely sweet fruit salad in your glass; sure to be a crowd pleaser.
89 points $13 Best Buy
Risata NV  Moscato dAsti DOCG
88 points
$12
Best Buy
Concentrated candied fruit that maintains enough acid for balance; an easy hit for a brunch option.
88 points $12 Best Buy
Kirkland Signature 2022  Moscato dAsti DOCG
87 points
$7
Best Buy
A classic White Moscato with fresh fruit and flowers finishing with a touch of sweetness; very easy to drink.
87 points $7 Best Buy
Saracco 2022  Moscato dAsti DOP
87 points
$18
An excellent pairing after a big meal to pair with a cheese and fruit board at dessert.