Moscato
Grape, lychee, orange blossom.
Low in alcohol, lightly sweet and grapey. The easiest glass on the list.
What Moscato tastes like
Grape, lychee, orange blossom. Body: very light. Acidity: medium.
Where Moscato comes from
Moscato belongs to the muscat family, one of the oldest grape families in the world. The Italian Moscato d’Asti from Piedmont made the light, lightly sparkling style famous, and Australia makes plenty of its own.
Styles to look for
Lightly sparkling or still, low in alcohol, and lightly sweet. Pink moscato has a splash of red grape.
Food it suits
Fruit desserts, pastries, brunch, and spicy food.
How to serve it
Serve well chilled, around 6 to 8°C, in a smaller glass.
Worth knowing
Muscat grapes are among the few wine grapes that actually taste like grapes, because of their floral aroma compounds.
Check the menu at your venue
Wine lists change with the season and the supplier, and each venue pours its own. Check the menu before you go, or ask your waiter what is open by the glass.
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Frequently asked
What does Moscato taste like?
Grape, lychee, orange blossom. Body: very light. Acidity: medium.
Where does Moscato come from?
Moscato belongs to the muscat family, one of the oldest grape families in the world. The Italian Moscato d’Asti from Piedmont made the light, lightly sparkling style famous, and Australia makes plenty of its own.
What food goes with
Fruit desserts, pastries, brunch, and spicy food.
How should Moscato be served?
Serve well chilled, around 6 to 8°C, in a smaller glass.
