Varietal

Moscato Bianco

Appellation

Italy, Asti

Style

Sparkling White

Price

£

5.49

Stockist

Virtually everywhere

WOW Rating

89

Date Reviewed

10/20/2007

The UK no 1 sparkling wine: classic Asti from the traditional and world famous house of Martini & Rossi. The white Muscat grapes are only grown on south and southeastern slopes in the official Asti region in northwest Italy. The majority of the vineyards are planted around Santo Stefano di Belbo and are all given Italy's highest rating of DOCG Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita.

This relatively low alcohol wine is just 7% abv. It has the delightful, slightly perfumed aroma of Muscat grapes, which are then confirmed on the palate in a rich, semi-sweet and most refreshing mouthful, before leaving a clean, raisiny finish.

Drink either as an aperitif or dessert wine.

Review by Andrew Jones, Editor