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Moscato di Trani DOC

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A golden sweet wine from Moscato Bianco grown on the coast around Trani, historically shipped from the town's port and once one of the south's most prized dessert wines. It is made from late harvested or briefly dried grapes rather than fortified (though a liquoroso exists), so it tastes of orange blossom, apricot, honey, candied citrus and sage, with about 15% alcohol, moderate sweetness and enough acidity to stay lively. Rivera and Torrevento keep the tradition alive in a form that travels.

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  • Rivera

    Moscato di Trani 'Piani di Tufara'

    The benchmark, partially dried Moscato, apricot, honey and orange peel with a clean finish; best with almond pastries.

    $20 to $28Wine-Searcher
  • Torrevento

    Moscato di Trani 'Dulcis in Fundo'

    Slightly lighter and more floral, orange blossom and peach, the cheaper way to tick the DOC.

    $18 to $25Wine-Searcher
  • Villa Schinosa

    Moscato di Trani

    Trani estate specializing in the DOC, more honeyed and traditional; mostly Italian retail.

    $18 to $25Wine-Searcher