Asti is perfect for food pairing over the festive season
As we race head first into the party season, a celebratory glass of fizz is never far from the mind. Consider taking a closer look at the sparkling wines of the Italian region of Asti this festive season: you’re bound to be surprised and enchanted by what it has to offer.
It’s here in Piedmont that some of Italy’s best-known sparkling wines are produced, and these are wines that offer something for everyone, from the gentle effervescence and more-ish sweetness of Moscato d’Asti, to the dry and refreshing bite of Asti Spumante.
The sparkling wines of Asti are perfect for celebrating during the festive season.
Get the party started
Both Moscato d’Asti and Asti Spumante are produced from the aromatic Moscato Bianco grape, giving wines with elegance and a distinct floral vibrancy. Asti Spumante is the go-to celebratory fizz for many Italians, while Moscato d’Asti is pitch perfect for Christmas parties and seasonal gatherings as it offers a delicate fizz, natural sweetness and is low in alcohol.
Weighing in at between 4.5-5.5% abv, it’s the perfect party starter – its sumptuous fresh fruit notes and soft mouthfeel never fail to impress, and it pairs wonderfully with an array of food. These are wines which appeal beyond the aperitif part of the evening offering myriad food pairing options from canapés and cheese to cake and desserts.
Versatility is the name of the game
