Moscato d'Asti DOCG is an Italian classification for a sweet, bubbly white wine produced in the area around Asti in the Piedmont region. The requirements to obtain DOCG status include the following:
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Grapes: The wine must be produced exclusively from Moscato Bianco grapes.
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Geographical area: The wine must be produced in the area around Asti in Piedmont.
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Alcohol percentage: The wine must have an alcohol percentage of between 5.5% and 7.5%.
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Bubbles: The wine must have a slightly bubbly character, with a maximum pressure of 2.5 bar.
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Vinification: The wine must be produced using the traditional Charmat method, where fermentation takes place in large tanks and then in bottles.
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Storage: The Moscato d'Asti DOCG wine must be stored for at least three months before release on the market.
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Taste and aroma: The wine should have a sweet taste with notes of peach, honey, flowers and apricot.
These requirements must be met in order for a wine to carry the designation Moscato d'Asti DOCG, and it is a guarantee of a high quality and an authentic experience of this type of white wine.
