Historically consumers commonly associated the Asti region with Asti Spumante and Moscato d?Asti, both playful, aromatic, sparkling wines made from the?Muscat?grape. Asti Spumante is less sweet, fully fizzy and more alcoholic (yet still clocking in at only around 9% alcohol) while Moscato d?Asti is sweeter, gently sparkling (?frizzante?) and closer to 5 or 6% alcohol. Each is produced in stainless steel tanks to preserve the fresh and fruity flavors of the grape, often including peach, apricot, lychee and rose petal. Asti is also the spot for the pink-hued Brachetto d'Acqui, a slightly sparkling wine ready to charm with its raspberry and rose flavors and aromas.
