Moscatello Selvatico
Pronunciation: /moskatˈɛllo selvˈatiko/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Moscatello-Selvatico.mp3 Synonym(s): Moscato di Barletta COLOUR: White Interesting Facts: Moscatello Selvatico stands out as a unique cultivar, although “moscatello” has historically been a generic term for varieties distinguished by a subtle muscat aroma and flavor, despite not being true Moscatos. It is speculated that Moscatello Selvatico is a descendant of […]
Moscato Rosa
Pronunciation: /moskˈato rˈɔza/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Moscato-Rosa.mp3 Synonym(s): Rosenmuskateller Muškat Ruža Porečki COLOUR: Red Interesting Facts: The name Moscato Rosa does not stem from the colour of its berries or wine but rather from its intense red rose aroma. This variety is excellent for air-drying due to its ability to dehydrate easily and quickly. However, Moscato […]
Moscato Nero di Acqui
Pronunciation: /moskˈato nˈero dˈi ˈakːwɪ/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Moscato-Nero-di-Acqui.mp3 Synonym(s): Malvasia Nera Aleatico Moscato Nero COLOUR: Red Interesting Facts: While a colour mutation of Moscato Bianco is always a possibility, true Moscato Nero di Acqui is a distinct variety. This lightly aromatic red grape is cultivated in the Piedmont region and derives its name from […]
Moscato Giallo
Pronunciation: /moskˈato d͡ʒˈallo/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Moscato-Giallo.mp3 Synonym(s): Goldenmuskateller Moscato Sirio Fior d’Arancio Moscatel Muscat du Pays Muscat Vert Muscatedda COLOUR: White Interesting Facts: Moscato Giallo, known as Goldenmuskateller in Alto Adige, stands apart from its counterparts, notably Gelber Muskateller in Germany and Austria. Thriving in cooler climates, Moscato Giallo extends its reach beyond Italy, finding […]
Moscato di Terracina
Pronunciation: /moskˈato terɾat͡ʃˈina/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Moscato-di-Terracina.mp3 Synonym(s): Moscato di Maccarese COLOUR: White Interesting Facts: Distinguished by its genetic uniqueness, Moscato di Terracina stands apart from its well-known Moscato counterparts. Nestled near the Lazio coastline in the province of Latina, its vineyards bask in the coastal breezes that impart a distinct character to its wines. Despite […]
Moscato di Scanzo
Pronunciation: /moskˈato dˈi skˈant͡so/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Moscato-di-Scanzo.mp3 Synonym(s): N/A COLOUR: Red Interesting Facts: Moscato di Scanzo stands out as a rare gem, crafting exceptional wines that captivate the senses. This aromatic red grape variety bears a resemblance to Moscato Nero or Aleatico, yet it possesses distinct characteristics that set it apart. Notably, it’s often confused […]
Moscato di Alessandria
Pronunciation: /moskˈato dˈi ales͡sˈandria/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Moscato-di-Alessandria.mp3 Synonym(s): Zibibbo COLOUR: White Interesting Facts: Moscato di Alessandria is the progenitor of at least 14 different cultivars. Moscato di Alessandria is the most common Moscato of the eastern Mediterranean. A zibibo wine was documented in Sicily by Pietro Andrea Mattioli in 1563, but the name Moscato di […]
Moscato Bianco
Pronunciation: /moskˈato bjˈanko/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Moscato-Bianco.mp3 Synonym(s): Moscadello Moscato di Canelli Muscat Blanc à Petit Grains Moscatelle de Grano Menudo Moscatelle de Grano Pequeno Moscatel Morisco Moscatel Castellano Moscatel Fino Moscatelle Branco Moscatelle Galego Branco Moscatelle do Duoro Moscato Mazas Moschato Lefko Moschato Spinas Moschato Kerkyras Moschato Samou Gelber Muskateller Muskateller Frontignan Muscatel COLOUR: White […]
Montonico Bianco
Pronunciation: /montˈɔniko bjˈanko/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Montonico-Bianco.mp3 Synonym(s): Chiapparone Chiapparù Fermana Bianca Firman Rappanello Uva Regno COLOUR: White Interesting Facts: Montonico Bianco nearly faced extinction due to the devastation caused by phylloxera, with only a handful of ancient vines spared. This variety is frequently mistaken for Mantonico Bianco from Calabria, despite being entirely unrelated. Monovarietal wines […]
Montepulciano
Pronunciation: /montepʊlt͡ʃˈano/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Montepulciano.mp3 Synonym(s): Africano Angolano Montepulciano Cordisco Montepulciano Spargolo Morellone Sangiovese Cordisco Uva Abruzzese COLOUR: Red Interesting Facts: The Montepulciano grape enjoys widespread cultivation throughout Italy across various quality tiers, yet it grapples with a common challenge: realizing its full potential and translating it into exceptional wines. Interestingly, Montepulciano shares a striking […]