Nivole Moscato d’Asti DOCG 2022
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Italy / Piedmont
The Nivole vineyards are found in the hills surrounding Canelli in Piedmont, an ideal microclimate for growing Moscato. The hand-harvested grapes are gently pressed in a pneumatic press and the must is fermented using natural yeasts to a low level of alcohol. A natural mild effervescence develops during this process. Unfermented Moscato grape must is then added to fine tune the sugar levels. The wine is bottled immediately to preserve the fruit aromas characteristic of the Moscato grape. The result is an aromatic Moscato with such delicate finesse that Michele Chiarlo named it Nivole after the Piedmontese word for clouds.
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2022 vintage
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2022 vintage
Harvest Note
The 2022 vintage was a challenging one. Overall it was warm and dry, with high temperatures and a long summer with scarce rain. The water shortage was so severe that the Regione Piemonte issued a waiver to allow vineyard irrigation. Harvest was an early one, with grapes that revealed excellent qualities.
Tasting Note
A brilliant straw yellow, this fragrant Moscato d’Asti has floral aromas with notes of peach and apricot. It is creamy with fine bubbles and a crisp finish.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Moscato
APPELLATION: Moscato d'Asti DOCG
PH: 3.2
ACIDITY: 5.44 g/l
ABV: 5%
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 135 g/l
Unique Selling Points
- Hand harvested from the hills around Canelli, an ideal microclimate for Moscato
- A sweet, lightly sparkling, vividly aromatic wine
- Perfect for brunch, as an aperitif, and with dessert
“My aim has always been but one: quality.”
Michele Chiarlo, Winemaker
About the Grape
Moscato Bianco / Muscat d’Alsace
Shows exotic aromas of tropical fruits, flowers, rose petals and citrus blossoms, and bright, clean fresh grape flavors, with a note of acidity. Sweet and fortified wines show honey and caramel notes.
