Celebrating Moscato: An Invitation To The Piedmont Region of…

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At the end of your day, the millennials gather to consume a refreshing apéritif. We can all look no further than the light-hearted, indulgent style, found in the prime example of the Moscato Bianco grapes. At this time of year, it’s no wonder we raise a glass to the holiday of today. With its semi-sweet notes of apricot, orange, citrus and a hint of ginger. It’s National Moscato Day.

If your looking for it’s origins, they can be found, tucked away in the foothills of the Alps. At the the borders of France & Switzerland, lies the Piedmont region of Italy. When traveling there, this area is known as much for its savory cuisine as it is for sophisticated wines. At this northwestern region of Italy you’ll find traces, housing the Muscat grape, as far back as the 13th century. However, in the 16th Century, from the vineyard he owned, Giovan Battista Croce, tried to create a sweet wine. His creation is what’s responsible for introducing the variety of Moscato, to the world, in the style we know today.

In celebration of this day, pour a glass of the vino paired with a plate of strawberries or peaches. Then make plans to visit this iconic region. Home to not only the birth of Moscato, but also one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Langhe-Roero and Monferrato . A leisurely stay here will find you wandering the vineyards, sampling the wines. Breathe in the air where the vine pollen has lived since the 5th Century BC. Book your tours today for the Canelli Wineries in this region. While you’re there check off another Bucket List item from the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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