The word Moscato (“moe-ska-toe”) is the Italian name for Muscat Blanc – one of the oldest wine grapes in the world! 

Moscato is considered a sweeter wine, but how it’s made is dictated by the winemaker and the style that they’re aiming to produce. It generally has lower acidity, with a slight sweetness thanks to higher levels of residual sugar.

The popular Moscato di Asti style of wine that’s made in parts of Italy tends to be sweet and lightly sparkled, often known locally as frizzante. This popular style comes from a region in Italy called Asti, in the Piedmont area in North Western Italy. These wines have a beautiful perfume, with aromas of mandarin, ripe pear, orange blossom and honeysuckle on the palate.