Astoria Sparkling Moscato has very fine and persistent bubbles with straw yellow and greenish reflections. The wine is delicately sweet with a basis of fresh fruit flavors of peach, pear, and apricot balanced with gentle notes of white petals and sage. The finish is balanced and well rounded. Pairs well with before dinner, after dinner, spicy asian dishes, roasted chicken, biscotti or on its own. 100% Moscato. Grapes are sourced from premium hillside vineyards located in the Piedmont region of Northwestern Italy. With a mild climate this region is perfect for producing bright, aromatic wines bursting with lush fruit flavors. The grapes are harvested by hand in small lots. A soft pressing occurs and the juice is placed in stainless steel tanks for a brief cold maceration. Cold maceration and storage of the Moscato juice take place in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks which preserve the delicate aroma and flavor of the grapes. Following primary fermentation, the juice is placed in a pressurized tank where secondary fermentation takes place, allowing it to become a sparkling wine.