Wines
Asti
Wine style and varietal guide
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- Sparkling
- White • Sweet
- 5–9% ABV
- Light body
- Sweet sweetness
- medium-high acidity
Is this for me?
Choose this if…
- ✓You enjoy sweet, fruit-forward or dessert wines.
- ✓You prefer smooth, approachable wines with soft tannins.
- ✓You prefer lighter, more elegant wines.
Skip if…
- ✗You prefer dry or bone-dry wines.
- ✗You want a structured, grippy red wine.
- ✗You want something rich, full-bodied or powerful.
At a Glance
100–150 calCal / Glass
5–9%ABV
SweetSweetness
medium-highAcidity
LowTannin
LightBody
7–18gSugar
6°CServe
Nutrition values are style-level estimates. Actual values vary by producer and serving size. How we calculate this →
On this page
What is Asti?
Asti is a sweet, aromatic Italian sparkling white wine from Piedmont, typically made from Moscato Bianco with gentle bubbles and lower alcohol.
Taste profile
Sweet sweetnessmedium-high acidityLow tanninsLight bodyStone FruitFloralSparklingSweet
Sensory profile
BodyLight – Full
DrynessSweet – Bone dry
TanninSoft – Grippy
AcidityFlat – Crisp
BoldnessDelicate – Bold
Beginner-friendlyAcquired taste – Easy intro
- Style: Sparkling
- ABV range: 5–9%
- Light body
- Sweet sweetness
Grape & region
- Grape varieties
- Moscato Bianco
- Region(s)
- Piedmont
- Country
- Italy
- Sweetness
- High
- Sparkling method
- Tank / Charmat
How it’s made
- Method
- Tank-method sweet sparkling wine production.
When to serve
DessertSweet wine fansSparkling
Also known as
Asti Spumante (common_name)
Frequently asked questions
- What is Asti?
- Asti is a sweet, aromatic Italian sparkling white wine from Piedmont, typically made from Moscato Bianco with gentle bubbles and lower alcohol.
- What does Asti taste like?
- Asti is often described as Stone Fruit, Floral, Sparkling, Sweet. Flavour intensity varies by region, producer and vintage.
- What foods pair with Asti?
- Asti pairs well with Cheese Board, Dessert, Brunch, Fruit. Food pairing suggestions are based on complementary flavour profiles.
- When should I drink Asti?
- Asti works well as an aperitif, with a meal, or as a standalone sipping wine. The ideal occasion depends on the body and sweetness level — lighter styles suit casual dining while fuller-bodied wines complement heartier dishes.
- What wines are similar to Asti?
- If you enjoy Asti, explore other wine styles with a similar body and flavour profile using the sensory bars as a guide. Wines with matching acidity and tannin scores will feel closest in character.
- Does Asti improve with age?
- Cellaring potential for Asti depends on the producer, vintage and storage conditions. Most everyday expressions are best enjoyed within 3–5 years of release. Premium examples may benefit from longer ageing — check producer notes for guidance.
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Wine style information is approximate and varies by producer, region, vintage and serving size.