The appeal of Moscato d'Asti lies in the meeting of aromatic sweetness and freshness. Banfi's Sciandor 2025 captures that Piedmontese character in a gently lively wine with delicate floral aromas and a rounded, inviting palate.

Moscato Bianco and the 2025 harvest

Made from Moscato Bianco grown in the Moscato d'Asti DOCG area, the wine reflects limestone-rich, silty soils with blue-grey tuffaceous marl. The vines are Guyot-trained. Spring rainfall helped replenish water reserves, while early-August heat brought the harvest forward. Picking began on 26 August, with sound grapes showing expressive aromas and good acidity.

White peach, acacia and a refreshing finish

Fermentation takes place in stainless-steel tanks at a controlled 16°C. Straw yellow with a hint of gold, Sciandor offers aromas of acacia blossom, white peach and sage. On the palate it is sweet yet fresh, with notes of honey and a candied-citrus finish. The wine has 5% alcohol and 143 g/l residual sugar.

Serve at 8–10°C with traditional Piedmontese amaretti or delicate pastries. A charming way to round off a meal when a fragrant dessert wine is called for.