Grape variety: Moscato, picked at the end of December or early January when the grapes are especially sweet on the vine. It’s a Piemontese rendition of “ice wine.”
Origin: Calosso d’Asti.
The name: L’Amni is Piemontese for “the future”.
Harvest time: Hand-picked grapes, in the freezing cold of winter.
Winemaking: Stainless Steel Tank Fermentation and then given additional complexity with 8 to 10 months in barrel.
Appearance & color: Deep yellow/golden in color.
Nose: Fragrances of honey, apricots and dried fruit with a touch of vanilla.
Flavor: Elegant, full-bodied and unusually complex with apricot & honey overtones.
Alcohol: Typically 15%.
Food pairings: Foie gras, strong, seasoned cheeses, fruit desserts, dried fruits, etc.
Serving temperature: 6-8° C (42-46 F).
Packaging: 500ml bottles, 6 to a box (cardboard)