Moscato d'Asti Spumante 2026 - Einaudi

An aromatic, gently sparkling Piedmontese classic

Moscato d'Asti DOCG from Poderi Luigi Einaudi puts the distinctive fragrance of Moscato Bianco at the centre of the glass. Its appealing sweetness is balanced by freshness and a gentle sparkle. It is a wine for unhurried conversations, summer afternoons and desserts rather than a powerful, fully sparkling wine. Moscato d'Asti is a lightly effervescent sweet wine, a different style from Asti Spumante even though both belong to Piedmont's Moscato tradition.

The producer and the actual origin of the grapes

Poderi Luigi Einaudi traces its origins to 1897 in Dogliani, in the Langhe. The producer explicitly states that the grapes for this Moscato do not come from its own estate vineyards. Instead, they are grown in Castiglione Tinella, in the province of Cuneo. The production area is approximately 280 metres above sea level, with south-westerly exposures, marly limestone soils and Guyot-trained vines. The winery reports a planting density of around 4,800 vines per hectare. This particular origin is important to understanding the wine beyond the location of the company itself.

How the wine is made

The wine is made from 100% Moscato Bianco. Whole grapes are gently pressed using a membrane press; the must is promptly clarified, chilled and kept at around 0°C. Slow fermentation in a pressure tank develops its delicate mousse while preserving the grape's signature aromatic intensity. Sterile bottling follows, with the wine generally released around two months after harvest according to the producer's standard method. Its character is defined by fruit, freshness and gentle bubbles, not by oak maturation.

Appearance, aromas and palate

In the glass it is light straw yellow with a delicate sparkle. The sensory profile associated with this label features white flowers, peach and ripe yellow fruit, alongside subtle herbal notes. The palate is sweet and aromatic yet lifted by freshness, with a soft texture and gentle effervescence that keep each sip lively and approachable.

Food pairing and serving

Choose this Moscato with dry pastries, fruit tarts, creamy desserts, soft cakes and festive sweet breads. Fresh fruit and mild fresh cheeses also offer interesting pairings, particularly when a contrast between sweetness and savoury flavours is welcome. Serve well chilled, approximately 6–8°C, in a medium-sized white wine glass to appreciate its aroma. This 750 ml bottle is best enjoyed for the youthful, aromatic character of the wine.

Key facts

• Producer: Poderi Luigi Einaudi.
• Appellation: Moscato d'Asti DOCG.
• Vintage: 2026.
• Grape: 100% Moscato Bianco.
• Origin: Castiglione Tinella, Cuneo, Piedmont, Italy.
• Style: sweet, aromatic and lightly effervescent white wine.
• Winemaking: gentle pressing and slow pressure-tank fermentation.
• Bottle: 750 ml.
• Serving: approximately 6–8°C.