Moscato d'Asti
⏳ Drinking Window
2000 - 2002
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
hazelnut cake, fresh fruit tarts, blue cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the steep, sun-drenched hillsides of Piedmont, this Moscato d'Asti DOCG is a classic expression of the ancient Moscato Bianco grape. The 1999 growing season in Piedmont was marked by warm, dry conditions, allowing the grapes to develop rich aromatic complexity and optimal sugar levels. Crafted using the traditional Asti method, the fermentation was arrested early via rapid chilling to preserve the grape's natural sweetness and delicate, low-pressure effervescence. This technique captures the vibrant, fresh notes of orange blossom, ripe peach, and wild sage, grounded by the classic calcareous-clay soils of the region. As a frizzante wine, it represents the historic style of Piedmontese winemakers who crafted these light, sweet wines to refresh themselves after a long day in the vineyards.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in the 1930s by Nicolao Manfredi in Farigliano, Cantine Manfredi is a family-owned winery nestled within the rolling hills of Piedmont's renowned Langhe region. The estate flourished under Nicolao's son, Franco Manfredi, and continues to thrive across successive generations who remain committed to celebrating native Piedmontese grape varieties. Combining time-honored viticultural practices with modern vinification techniques, the cellar prioritizes terroir expression, freshness, and accessibility. Cantine Manfredi is particularly well-regarded for its fragrant and effervescent Moscato d'Asti, alongside an authentic portfolio of classic regional red and sparkling wines.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Moscato Bianco
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
5.5%