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Celebrate National Moscato Day on May 9 with a glass of your favorite sweet wine! This special day has been celebrated since the mid-2000s as a way to commemorate this delicious, fruity wine. Moscato has its origins in Italy, where it was first produced over 500 years ago and is now enjoyed around the world for its unique taste and aroma.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1500s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Moscato's Origins</div><div class='timeline-text'>Moscato, known in Italy as Moscato d'Asti, began production in the Piedmont region of Italy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>International Trade Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the 18th and 19th centuries, Moscato gained popularity throughout Europe as trade routes expanded.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1973</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>DOC Standards Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>Italy established Denominazione di origine controllata (DOC) standards, protecting moscato d'Asti's regional authenticity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Moscato in America</div><div class='timeline-text'>By the 1990s, Moscato began to gain popularity in American markets, revered for its sweet, fruity characteristics.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pop Culture Influence</div><div class='timeline-text'>Rap and pop music started to reference Moscato in lyrics, furthering its popularity among the younger population.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Moscato Day's Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>Originating in the mid-2000s, National Moscato Day became an annual celebration on May 9, dedicated to appreciating this sweet, effervescent wine.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try a Moscato flight</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit a local wine bar to try different types of Moscato. You can sample several varietals and learn about the history and flavor profiles behind each one.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a Moscato sangria</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Mix up some fresh fruit and Moscato for a delicious and creative twist on sangria. Add in some sparkling water or Prosecco for a bubbly finish.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Pair Moscato with dessert</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Moscato is a sweet, light wine that pairs perfectly with desserts like cheesecake, sorbet and fruit tarts. Serve it chilled alongside your favorite sweet treat.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a virtual tasting</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite some friends over for an online tasting of various Moscato wines from around the world. You can even assign different countries to each guest so everyone can share their knowledge.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Mix it up</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Create something new by mixing some Moscato with other ingredients like juice, soda, or even liqueur to make your own signature cocktail.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Moscato is light & refreshing</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the best things about Moscato is its light and refreshing flavor. It's not too sweet or heavy, so it's perfect to sip on during hot summer days or cooler fall evenings. Plus, because it comes in both still and sparkling varieties, there are plenty of options to choose from!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Moscato pairs well with food</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Moscato is also known to pair nicely with lighter foods like grilled chicken or fish, as well as fruity desserts like peaches and apricots. And if you're having a dinner party, it makes for an excellent aperitif or palate cleanser between courses!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Moscato is affordable</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Moscato wines are surprisingly affordable considering the amount of flavor they provide. You don't have to break the bank to enjoy a good bottle of Moscato - just head over to your local wine store or online retail site and pick up one that fits your budget!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Moscato is Derived from Muscat Grapes</h3><p class='facts-text'>This variety of grapes is among the oldest cultivated varieties in the world, known for their rich aroma and sweet flavor which is mirrored in the wine.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Moscato Comes in Various Styles</h3><p class='facts-text'>While Moscato d'Asti is a sweet, lightly fizzy wine, Moscato also comes as a still wine and in other styles like Moscato Rosa, which has a unique rose aroma, or sparkling Moscato Giallo.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Moscato Can Taste Differently Depending on Region</h3><p class='facts-text'>Taste of Moscato can range from very sweet to dry, and can significantly alter depending on the climate and soil conditions of the region it was grown.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Moscato Has a Lower Alcohol Content</h3><p class='facts-text'>Typically, Moscatos contain less alcohol than most other wines, averaging around 5-7%, making it a popular choice for those who prefer lighter wines.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Moscato is often Used to Make Dessert Wines</h3><p class='facts-text'>Due to its natural sweetness, Moscato is often turned into dessert wines, including the well-known Italian Asti spumante, a sparkling white wine.</p></div></div>
National Moscato Day is celebrated on May 9 every year. In 2024 National Moscato Day will occur on a Thursday.
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