Contero, Moscato d’Asti di Strevi

Contero Moscato d’Asti: Sunshine in a Glass

Contero are legends of Asti, making some of the best Moscato in the world. This Moscato d’Asti is delicious, delicately sparkling and just tastes of fresh apricots. It can be served as a dessert wine, but it is also wonderful on its own in the sunshine.

Contero is owned by the Marenco family, specialists in Moscato and Brachetto. Their 11-hectare estate is in Strevi, a core area for Moscato in Piedmont, where the vineyards form a natural amphitheatre on steep hillsides of tufaceous marl and sandstone.

Moscato d’Asti is made to capture the fresh, grapey perfume of the Moscato grape. The fermentation is stopped at just 5% alcohol, leaving lots of natural sweetness, and the wine is bottled under pressure to keep its gentle fizz.

Expect the perfume of freshly crushed grapes, apricot and sherbet. The palate is soft, sweet and fruity, with a hint of Turkish delight, delicate bubbles and lively acidity that keeps it fresh rather than cloying.

Contero Moscato d’Asti Food Pairing Suggestion:

Try it with fresh fruit salad, peach melba, lemon tart, panettone or a summer pavlova. It is also lovely with a brunch of pastries, or simply chilled on its own.

About Contero Moscato d’Asti di Strevi:

• Lightly sparkling and sweet, at just 5% alcohol
• From the Marenco family’s estate in Strevi, Piedmont
• Steep hillside vineyards on tufaceous marl and sandstone
• Serve well chilled