ASTI Docg: a land, its grapes, three excellent wines.

ASTI Dolce Docg

ASTI Docg is made entirely from Moscato Bianco grapes. Benefiting from the chalky soil and the microclimate typical of hilly areas, this agricultural product is based on the traditional Piedmontese methods of Spumante production, drawing on expertise in the field of winemaking and using techniques of cultivation and harvesting that ensure the preservation of all the aromatic qualities of the grapes.
It has a characteristic musky flavour, well-balanced sweetness and acidity and moderate alcohol content. The intense aroma has hints of acacia blossom, wisteria, orange and mountain honey, and a spicy undertone with notes of elder flower, yarrow and bergamot.
The concentration of the precious aromatic substances (linalool) produced by the Moscato Bianco berries peaks in the last few weeks before the grapes are harvested in early September. Harvesting is still accomplished by hand to keep the bunches whole and preserve the characteristic aroma of the freshly-picked grapes, factors that contribute to making ASTI Docg the most widely consumed sweet sparkling wine with Docg status in the world.

ASTI Dolce Docg

ASTI Docg is made entirely from Moscato Bianco grapes. Benefiting from the chalky soil and the microclimate typical of hilly areas, this agricultural product is based on the traditional Piedmontese methods of Spumante production, drawing on expertise in the field of winemaking and using techniques of cultivation and harvesting that ensure the preservation of all the aromatic qualities of the grapes.
It has a characteristic musky flavour, well-balanced sweetness and acidity and moderate alcohol content. The intense aroma has hints of acacia blossom, wisteria, orange and mountain honey, and a spicy undertone with notes of elder flower, yarrow and bergamot.
The concentration of the precious aromatic substances (linalool) produced by the Moscato Bianco berries peaks in the last few weeks before the grapes are harvested in early September. Harvesting is still accomplished by hand to keep the bunches whole and preserve the characteristic aroma of the freshly-picked grapes, factors that contribute to making ASTI Docg the most widely consumed sweet sparkling wine with Docg status in the world.

Specifications

Docg status since: 1993
Grape variety: Moscato Bianco
Max. yield: 10 tons per hectare
Colour: from straw to pale golden yellow
Foam: fine and persistent
Nose: fragrant, floral with hints of linden and acacia
Flavour: delicately sweet, aromatic, well-balanced
Clarity: brilliant
Minimum potential alcohol content: 11,5%; minimum actual alcohol content: approx. 7% by vol. for ASTI Dolce

ASTI Secco Docg

Just like sweet ASTI, ASTI Secco Docg is made from Moscato Bianco grapes. Officially granted Docg status in 2017, ASTI Secco Docg is the fruit of a research project that capitalized on the best professional skills and competences in the vinification and processing of Moscato Bianco into a Spumante. The winemaking technique, developed with the assistance of the Consorzio’s Research Lab, requires special conditions for the contact with the selected yeasts, resulting in a well-balanced and harmonious gustatory and olfactory profile. The final product is unique and amazing.
Characterized by particularly fine and persistent beading, dry Asti offers a fresh mouthfeel that makes it suitable as a full-meal wine. On the nose, one can appreciate a delicate floral (acacia, lavender, sage) and fruity (apple, pear, banana) bouquet. Excellent as an aperitif, Asti Secco is a good match for cold cuts, fresh cheese, poultry and rabbit, fish, shellfish and first courses in general, such as risotto.

Specifications

Docg status since: 1993
Grape variety: Moscato Bianco
Max. yield: 10 tons per hectare
Colour: from straw to pale golden yellow
Foam: fine and persistent
Nose: fragrant, floral with hints of linden and acacia
Flavour: delicately dry, aromatic, well-balanced
Clarity: brilliant
Minimum potential alcohol content: 11,5%; minimum actual alcohol content: approx. 11% by vol. for ASTI Secco

MOSCATO d’ASTI Docg

Following the recognition of ASTI Spumante’s “Controlled and Guaranteed Designation of Origin (Docg)” status in 1993, a distinction was established between Asti and MOSCATO d’ASTI, both made from the same varietal. MOSCATO d’ASTI Docg is one of the most characteristic products of Piedmontese wine-making. The wine has a distinctively intense musky aroma of the grapes it is made from, a delicate flavour that is reminiscent of wisteria and linden, peach and apricot, with hints of sage, lemon and orange blossom.

It has some residual sugar and a low alcohol content. MOSCATO d’ASTI Docg is not a sparkling wine, as it only undergoes partial fermentation in pressure tanks. Fermentation is terminated when an alcohol content of about 5% by vol. is reached. The use of cold chain technology in the production process means the aromas and flavours of the grapes are preserved and the product can be stabilised, ready for storage and transportation.

MOSCATO d’ASTI Docg

Following the recognition of ASTI Spumante’s “Controlled and Guaranteed Designation of Origin (Docg)” status in 1993, a distinction was established between Asti and MOSCATO d’ASTI, both made from the same varietal. MOSCATO d’ASTI Docg is one of the most characteristic products of Piedmontese wine-making. The wine has a distinctively intense musky aroma of the grapes it is made from, a delicate flavour that is reminiscent of wisteria and linden, peach and apricot, with hints of sage, lemon and orange blossom.

It has some residual sugar and a low alcohol content. MOSCATO d’ASTI Docg is not a sparkling wine, as it only undergoes partial fermentation in pressure tanks. Fermentation is terminated when an alcohol content of about 5% by vol. is reached. The use of cold chain technology in the production process means the aromas and flavours of the grapes are preserved and the product can be stabilised, ready for storage and transportation.

Specifications

Docg status since: 1993
Grape variety: Moscato Bianco
Max. yield: 10 tons per hectare
Colour: straw yellow
Foam: fine and persistent
Nose: fragrant, floral with hints of sage
Flavour: delicately sweet, aromatic, characteristic
Clarity: brilliant
Minimum potential alcohol content: 11%; minimum actual alcohol content 4.5%

Geographical Area 

The territories of the Moscato bianco grapes where ASTI Docg and MOSCATO d’ASTI Docg are made offer unique hilly landscapes. The man has adapted to this hills, respecting it to get his precious fruits in return. The production area was delimited in 1932 and includes 52 municipalities located in the territories of the provinces of Alexandria, Asti, and Cuneo. The total area of the white Moscato vineyard is about 9560 hectares, and there are over 3700 companies involved in the production. What makes these places so fascinating is their variety: the hills of the Langhe region are stretched out and long with fairly steep slopes. The hills of Monferrato are instead rounder and softer on the eye.

Geographical Area 

The territories of the Moscato bianco grapes where ASTI Docg and MOSCATO d’ASTI Docg are made offer unique hilly landscapes. The man has adapted to this hills, respecting it to get his precious fruits in return. The production area was delimited in 1932 and includes 52 municipalities located in the territories of the provinces of Alexandria, Asti, and Cuneo. The total area of the white Moscato vineyard is about 9560 hectares, and there are over 3700 companies involved in the production. What makes these places so fascinating is their variety: the hills of the Langhe region are stretched out and long with fairly steep slopes. The hills of Monferrato are instead rounder and softer on the eye.