Sweet

Cicheta

By Piazzo Comm. Armando, Alba, Piemonte, Italy

Piazzo Comm. Armando Cicheta

A Moscato d'Asti blended from vineyards around San Rocco Seno d'Elvio and in the villages of Mango and Neviglie, styled for drinking at any time of day rather than only as a dessert wine.

Tasting notes

Colour: bright straw yellow with golden highlights. Nose: floral and fruity, aromatic, reminiscent of the grape variety. Taste: smooth and rich, with an excellent balance between sweetness and acidity.

Pairs well with

Desserts and dry pastries; also good with charcuterie and cheese board, and aged cheeses

Technical details

Style
Sweet
Denomination
Moscato d'Asti DOCG
Grape
Moscato Bianco 100% (Moscato di Canelli)
Production area
San Rocco Seno d'Elvio (Alba) and the municipalities of Mango and Neviglie
Soil
Marly soil (Mango/Riforno vineyard)
Exposure
South-west facing at around 400 m altitude (Mango/Riforno vineyard)
Harvest
Early September
Vinification
Soft pressing of the grapes. Fermentation takes place at low temperatures in airtight stainless steel tanks, so the CO2 that forms naturally dissolves into the liquid. Once the alcohol content reaches 5%, fermentation is halted by chilling, and the wine is bottled cold, retaining its characteristic sparkle.
Serving temperature
5 to 6°C

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