COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Moscato
PRODUCER
Azienda Agricola Piero Gatti
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Light
Sweetness
Sweet
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Azienda Agricola Piero Gatti's Moscato, a sweet sparkling wine from Piedmont, is crafted from 100% Moscato grapes. The winery, with a history spanning nearly a century, is currently led by Rita and Barbara Gatti, representing three generations of family dedication to this grape. They produce under the DOC Piemonte appellation, a deliberate choice to maintain winemaking autonomy. The vineyards are situated on the south-facing Moncucco hill in Santo Stefano Belbo, with vines dating back to the mid-20th century.
ALCOHOL
5.5%
AVG. PRICE
€11
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
6-8°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The cat on the label represents the 'leader of the pack,' signifying this wine's flagship status.
Fact 02
The Gatti family has focused exclusively on Moscato for three generations.
Fact 03
They are among the first wineries to utilize isobaric technology for bottling.
Fact 04
The winery is managed by Rita and Barbara Gatti, a mother-daughter team.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Moscato Piero Gatti begins with destemming and soft pressing of the 100% Moscato grapes. The must is then kept at a cool -2°C before fermentation with selected yeasts at 16°C for about five days. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in stainless steel. The winery is noted for being among the first to adopt isobaric bottling technology.
