Bartenura Moscato d’Asti

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California Wines

California wine production has a rich viticulture history since 1680 when Spanish Jesuit missionaries planted Vitis vinifera vines native to the Mediterranean region in their established missions to produce wine for religious services. In the 1770s, Spanish missionaries continued the practice under the direction of the Father Junípero Serra planted California’s first vineyard at Mission San Juan Capistrano.

The state produces about ninety percent of the American wine supply and is the fourth largest wine producer among the world’s independent nations. It has more than 1,200 wineries ranging from home-grown and small boutiques to large corporations with international distribution.

The notorious blue bottle Moscato, Bartenura is made from 100% Moscato grapes from the sunny hillsides of the Veneto Region in Italy. This is crisp well balanced dry white wine with fruity flavor and pleasant, fresh aftertaste perfect for a day on the beach or and outdoor meal. Notes: Dry, light-bodied. Aromas and flavors of pear, tangerine, nectar and melon. Pairings: Linguini, cod fish, asparagus Serving Suggestions: Chilled Region: Italy Alcohol Content: 11.5%