Feb 26, 2023
The Wine: Castello del Poggio Moscato
Varietal: Moscato Region&Country: Pavia, Italy
Year: N.V. | Price: $14.99
- Tasting notes according to Catello's website: "Perfectly ripe grapes highlight the bright fruit expression of this delightful Moscato, beloved for its notes of fresh orange blossom flower, white peach and honey that lead to a crisp, lingering finish." (https://castellodelpoggio.com/wines/moscato-igt/)
- Notes on Moscato from Wine Folly: "Notes of Meyer lemon, mandarin orange, pear, orange blossom, honeysuckle" "[still Moscato] Wines are often dry to taste, but since the aromatics are so sweet and fruity your brain tricks you into thinking they’re sweet." (https://winefolly.com/deep-dive/moscato-wine/)
Another Moscato, which I'm learning is a favorite! Green apple, honey, pear, and gardenia on the nose- very fragrant. Top notes of apple, vanilla, plum- very "green" tasting. Middle has mineral and gasoline tastes, but not strong enough to make my face pinch up. Sweet honey/brown sugar finish. Aromas of orange blossom and ripe apples linger. Very yummy. Further confirms Moscato's as a favorite, even if they are typically sweet and fizzy. They're just so dang refreshing.
I paired this wine with pasta in red sauce and garlic bread. It was a nice offset to the heaviness of the food, and the acidity of the tomato sauce made everything pretty cohesive. Good pairing in my book!
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