Andre Strawberry Moscato

Andre Strawberry Moscato is a sweet, fruit-forward flavored sparkling wine from California, bottled at 7.3% ABV in a standard 750ml format. As one of the most accessible sparkling wines on the American market, it pairs Moscato's natural sweetness with bold strawberry flavor at a decidedly budget-friendly price point.

Quick Facts: ABV: 7.3%  |  Origin: California, United States  |  Style: Flavored Sweet Sparkling Wine  |  Producer: Andre Champagne Cellars (E. & J. Gallo Winery)

Production & Heritage

Andre Champagne Cellars launched in 1966 as E. & J. Gallo Winery's sparkling wine brand, produced in Modesto, California, with the explicit goal of making bubbly accessible to everyday consumers. The Strawberry Moscato is a flavored wine product built on a base of Moscato wine made from Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains grapes, combined with carbonated water, natural and artificial strawberry flavors, dextrose, fructose, and grape spirits. This distinguishes it from traditionally produced sparkling wines; rather than undergoing secondary fermentation for its effervescence, it achieves its fizz through direct carbonation — keeping production costs low and the final product light, sweet, and approachable.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe strawberry jumps from the glass immediately, followed by sweeter pomegranate and candied fruit notes. A faint floral Moscato character sits underneath, though the strawberry flavoring dominates the nose.

Taste: The entry is unambiguously sweet, with juicy strawberry flavor arriving first and coating the palate. Mid-palate brings hints of watermelon and fresh peach, while a light carbonation keeps the sweetness from becoming cloying. The body is light, and a modest acidity provides just enough structure to balance the sugar.

Finish: Short and crisp, ending on a clean peach and strawberry note. There is minimal complexity here — the wine finishes cleanly, encouraging the next sip.

How to Drink Andre Strawberry Moscato

Serve this sparkling wine thoroughly chilled, ideally between 38–42°F. It drinks best straight from the bottle over ice or poured into a flute. Three cocktail ideas where it fits naturally:

• Strawberry Moscato Mimosa — substitute it for traditional Champagne and skip the orange juice; the built-in fruit flavor does the heavy lifting.
• Sparkling Sangria — pour over sliced strawberries, peaches, and a splash of brandy for an easy punch-bowl crowd-pleaser.
• Moscato Spritz — combine with a measure of Aperol and a squeeze of fresh lemon for a lighter riff on the classic spritz format.

Best For

• Casual backyard gatherings and summer cookouts where easy-drinking refreshment is the priority
• Brunch hosting when guests prefer sweeter, lower-alcohol sparkling options
• Introducing someone new to sparkling wine who gravitates toward fruit-forward flavors
• New Year's Eve or birthday celebrations on a budget

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Andre Strawberry Moscato taste like? It is a distinctly sweet sparkling wine dominated by ripe strawberry flavor, with supporting notes of watermelon and peach and light carbonation that keeps it refreshing.

How does Andre Strawberry Moscato compare to regular Andre Moscato? Standard Andre Moscato relies on the natural floral and stone-fruit character of Muscat grapes, while the Strawberry Moscato adds natural and artificial strawberry flavoring for a more overtly fruity, candy-like profile at the same low ABV.

Is Andre Strawberry Moscato good for beginners? Its low 7.3% ABV, pronounced sweetness, and familiar strawberry flavor make it one of the most beginner-friendly sparkling wines available, requiring no acquired taste for dryness or yeast complexity.

Where is Andre Strawberry Moscato made? It is produced by Andre Champagne Cellars, a brand owned by E. & J. Gallo Winery, in Modesto, California.

What foods pair well with Andre Strawberry Moscato? Fresh strawberries and whipped cream mirror its dominant flavor. Angel food cake or vanilla sponge complements its sweetness without competing. Mild soft cheeses like mascarpone or brie work well. Fruit tarts — particularly those with berry or stone-fruit fillings — are a natural match. Light salads with a berry vinaigrette echo the wine's fruity character.

What sizes does Andre Strawberry Moscato come in? The standard format is a 750ml bottle; Andre products are also widely available in 187ml single-serve bottles, making them convenient for individual portions.

Is Andre Strawberry Moscato worth the price? Andre positions squarely in the value tier of American sparkling wine — it is among the least expensive options in the category and delivers exactly what it promises: sweet, fizzy, strawberry-flavored fun without pretension.

Why Andre Strawberry Moscato?

This is not a wine that asks to be analyzed — it asks to be enjoyed cold, among friends, without overthinking. Its strongest asset is transparency: at 7.3% ABV and an unapologetically sweet flavor profile, it sets clear expectations and meets them consistently. Andre has held its place as America's go-to budget sparkling brand since 1966, and the Strawberry Moscato variant extends that accessibility to drinkers who want bold fruit flavor with minimal alcohol and maximum ease. For anyone seeking an inexpensive, crowd-pleasing sparkling wine that trades complexity for pure drinkability, it remains a category staple.