From Sparrow’s white wine list, the Saracco Moscato d’Asti is a gently sweet, lightly sparkling charmer and a lovely way to end a meal or start a celebration ($34 by the half bottle). It is poured as a 375ml half bottle, just right for two to share.
About Saracco Moscato d’Asti
Moscato d’Asti comes from the Asti area of Piedmont in northwest Italy, made from the aromatic Moscato Bianco grape. Saracco, based in the village of Castiglione Tinella, is one of the most respected names in the category, widely regarded as a benchmark producer of the style. Moscato d’Asti is made to be frizzante, lightly sparkling rather than fully fizzy, and it stops fermentation early to keep alcohol low and leave a touch of natural sweetness. The result is a delicate, low-alcohol wine that drinks easily and joyfully. As the menu describes it, the medium sweetness one would expect from an old-world Moscato never wears out its welcome, instead making room for the aromatics to shine. Because fermentation is stopped early, the wine keeps its bright fruit and soft fizz while staying light on its feet, which is exactly what makes the style such a crowd-pleaser. It is a wine that feels both festive and gentle, a friendly bottle to round out an evening or toast a small occasion here on the Eastside.
Tasting Notes
Per the menu, look for blossoming white flowers, honey-drizzled peaches, citrus, and tropical fruit across the palate, with that signature soft sparkle and balanced sweetness. The low alcohol and lifted aromatics make it remarkably easy to drink.
What to Pair It With
The menu notes it is great with gelato or sorbet, and also magnificent with spicier dishes, where a little sweetness cools the heat. From the Sparrow menu, it is a fun match for the Guajillo Chicken or the Lamb Quesa-Birria Tacos, and a natural companion to anything sweet at the end of the meal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saracco Moscato d’Asti?
It is a lightly sparkling, gently sweet white from the Asti area of Piedmont, Italy, made from the Moscato Bianco grape. Saracco is one of the most respected Moscato d’Asti producers, and the style is low in alcohol and aromatic.
How much is Saracco Moscato d’Asti at Sparrow in Kirkland?
Saracco Moscato d’Asti is $34 by the half bottle at Sparrow in Kirkland, a 375ml bottle that is perfect for sharing.
Find it on the Sparrow beverages menu near the La Scolca Gavi. We are in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood on the Eastside, so reserve a table and come enjoy a glass.