Montalcino – Siena – Località Sant’Angelo in Colle. Terreni collinari con orientamento sud-sud-ovest.
Description
Col d’Orcia Moscadello di Montalcino Pascena is not just a sweet wine; it’s an evocative journey through the sun-kissed hills of Tuscany. This exquisite Moscato captures the essence of the Montalcino region, embodying tradition and craft perfected over generations. As you savor each sip, let the wine’s rich history and vibrant character transport you to the idyllic vineyards where it was born.
Wine Characteristics
This remarkable Moscadello showcases a bright and shining gold color in the glass, inviting you with its fruity, intense, and persistent bouquet. Aromas of peach, apricot, and delicate tea intertwine, creating a harmonious profile that delights the senses. On the palate, it is dense and concentrated, where the lively acidity beautifully balances the natural sweetness, leaving you with a pleasant and persistent aftertaste that lingers long after your last sip.
Recommended Pairings
Enjoy Col d’Orcia Moscadello di Montalcino Pascena with:
- Soft cheeses like Gorgonzola
- Fruit-based desserts or pastries
- Spicy Asian dishes
- Foie gras or pâté
Technical Details
| Alcohol content | 13% |
| Serving temperature | 16-18°C |
| Afinamento | One year in new barriques and 6 months in bottle. |
| Azienda | Col d’Orcia |
| Classificazione | D.O.C |
| Colore | Bright and shining gold. |
| Profumo | The nose is fairly fruity, intense and persistent, offering clean aromas of peach, apricot and tea, well integrated with the primary aromas typical of the Muscat. |
| Regione | Toscana |
| Sapore | Dense and concentrated. The lively acidity well counteracts the sweetness given by the residual sugar. Pleasant and persistent aftertaste with a fresh and very long finish. |
| Tipologia | Sweet Wine |
| Vinificazione | Very slow, repeatedly filtered through cloth percolation, in new 225 litre barriques, and partially in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature until the desired alcohol level is reached. |
| Vitigni | Moscato bianco |
| Bottle size | 750 ml Standard |
Question: What are the best food pairings for Col d’Orcia Moscadello di Montalcino Pascena?
Answer: This sweet wine pairs excellently with soft cheeses, fruit-based desserts, spicy Asian dishes, and rich foods like foie gras.
Question: What is the ideal serving temperature for this wine?
Answer: Col d’Orcia Moscadello di Montalcino Pascena is best served at a temperature between 16-18°C to bring out its full flavors.
Question: How does the wine’s taste profile compare to its scent?
Answer: The scent is fruity and intense, echoing flavors of peach and apricot, while the taste is both dense and concentrated, balanced by lively acidity.
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