Emeri Pink Moscato

Emeri Pink Moscato is a lightly sparkling, semi-sweet pink moscato from Australia's Riverina region, bottled at 8.0% ABV in a standard 750ml format. This De Bortoli expression earned a Trophy at the 2023 Australian Sparkling Wine Show and a Gold Medal at the 2020 Sydney International Wine Competition, cementing its reputation as one of Australia's most dependable sparkling moscatos.

Quick Facts: ABV: 8.0%  |  Origin: Riverina, New South Wales, Australia  |  Style: Lightly Sparkling Pink Moscato  |  Producer: De Bortoli

Production & Heritage

De Bortoli is one of Australia's largest family-owned wineries, founded in 1928 by Vittorio De Bortoli in the Riverina region of New South Wales. For the Emeri Pink Moscato, fruit is sourced from vines with generous canopies that promote natural ripening. After harvest, the grapes are gently pressed and the juice is allowed to settle naturally before filtration. Cold fermentation preserves the delicate fresh fruit characters and aromatic intensity that define this wine's personality, while keeping the alcohol at a restrained 8.0%.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with fresh strawberry and lychee, followed by perfumed rose petal and a subtle musky sweetness. There is an inviting floral lift that draws you in before the first sip.

Taste: On entry, the palate is velvety and gently sweet, carried by fine, soft bubbles. At mid-palate, honeydew melon and ripe pear emerge alongside hints of gingerbread spice. The wine is light-bodied but surprisingly full in texture, with that persistent bead keeping every sip lively.

Finish: The finish is fresh and clean, with lingering notes of strawberry and floral perfume. It wraps up quickly but leaves a pleasant sweetness that doesn't cloy.

How to Drink Emeri Pink Moscato

Serve well chilled — around 4–6°C — in a flute or tulip glass to showcase the fine bubbles and aromatic profile. This is a wine best enjoyed on its own or with lighter fare rather than in heavily spirit-driven cocktails. It works beautifully in a Moscato Spritz, topped with soda water and a fresh strawberry garnish for a low-ABV aperitif. Try it in a Frosé, blended with frozen berries for a refreshing summer slushie. It also makes an excellent base for a Bellini twist, replacing traditional prosecco with the moscato's richer fruit character and pairing it with white peach purée.

Best For

• Warm-weather entertaining — brunches, garden parties, and poolside gatherings
• Introducing lighter-drinking guests to sparkling wine without high alcohol
• Pairing with fruit-forward desserts at the end of a meal
• A casual weeknight glass when you want something sweet and uncomplicated

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Emeri Pink Moscato taste like? It delivers a sweet, fruit-forward palate dominated by strawberry, lychee, honeydew melon, and ripe pear, with fine soft bubbles and a fresh, clean finish. The wine is light-bodied with a velvety texture and noticeable floral perfume.

How does Emeri Pink Moscato compare to a rosé prosecco? Emeri Pink Moscato is noticeably sweeter and more aromatic than a typical rosé prosecco, with more pronounced fruit and floral notes. It also sits at a lower 8.0% ABV compared to most prosecco at 11–12%, making it a lighter-drinking alternative with more body on the palate.

Is Emeri Pink Moscato good for beginners? Yes — its approachable sweetness, low 8.0% alcohol, and gentle fizz make it an excellent starting point for anyone new to sparkling wine or wine in general.

Where is Emeri Pink Moscato made? It is produced by De Bortoli, a family-owned winery founded in 1928, located in the Riverina region of New South Wales, Australia. The Riverina is one of Australia's most productive wine-growing areas, known for warm conditions that favor aromatic grape varieties.

What foods pair well with Emeri Pink Moscato? Fresh fruit salad and berry tarts complement the wine's natural sweetness. Soft, creamy cheeses like brie or camembert work well against the gentle fizz. Asian-inspired dishes such as Thai chicken lettuce wraps match nicely with the lychee and floral aromatics. Light sponge cake or pavlova with strawberries mirrors the wine's dominant fruit notes.

What sizes does Emeri Pink Moscato come in? Emeri Pink Moscato is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle format.

Is Emeri Pink Moscato worth the price? It positions squarely as an entry-level sparkling moscato, but its trophy and gold medal pedigree from recognized Australian wine competitions gives it credibility well above its price tier. For a budget-friendly sparkling wine, the quality-to-value ratio is strong.

Why Emeri Pink Moscato?

A Trophy at the 2023 Australian Sparkling Wine Show is not a distinction handed out lightly, and it separates this bottle from the crowded field of sweet sparkling wines at the same price point. De Bortoli's cold-fermentation technique locks in a freshness and aromatic complexity — strawberry, rose, lychee — that many competitors at this level simply cannot match. Joe Czerwinski of Wine Enthusiast scored it 88 points, further validating its quality beyond the Australian market. For a lightly sparkling, low-alcohol moscato that consistently overdelivers, the Emeri bottling from De Bortoli has earned a loyal following for good reason.