Moscato d’Asti D.O.C.G.

Vineyard

Geographical location
Castagnole delle Lanze (Province of Asti) - Neive (Province of Cuneo).
Soil type
Chalky and medium-textured Wine growing method Guyot (Vine growing method).
Average vine age
25 - 30 - 40 years.
Average altitude and exposure
250-280 m a.s.l., East, West, North.
Special features
Application of integrated pest management and planting density 4,300 vines/ha.
Harvest time
First ten days of September.

Winemaking

Cellar
Tenuta San Mauro Castagnole delle Lanze (Province of Asti).
Fermentation
Soft pressing followed by a slow fermentation under controlled temperature conditions in autoclave until a 5% alcohol content is achieved.
Bottling
30 days prior to release.
Availability
2-3 months from the harvest time.

Wine description

Colour
Straw yellow with a slight head.
Bouquet
Fresh fruity, with intense flowery scents, typical of moscato vine.
Palate
Delicate, slightly zesty, refreshing and sweet, recalling citrus fruit.
Evolution
2 years.
Pairings
Desserts, fruit, excellent as an aperitif.
Serving temperature
8°- 10° C.

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