Discover The Fruity Delights Of Moscato And Pinotage Grapes

Are you looking for a wine that goes perfectly with your snacks?  There are two grape varieties with amazingly sweet and fruity flavors and aromas that can be paired with any type of light and non-spicy snack.  These are the Moscato grapes and Pinotage grapes.  Here is an overview of the exquisite qualities of these two grape varieties.  Knowing the distinct character of Moscato and Pinotage wines will enable you to understand which variety would be suitable for your palate.

Moscato grapes originated from Italy but are widely cultivated today in many countries and regions with temperate to warm climates.  These grapes are used to produce sweet white wines that are perfect for snack parties and informal occasions.  White wines made from Moscato are almost always sweet no matter where the grapes originated.  The Moscato variety can produce a light bodied wine with extremely low acidity and low tannin content.  Because of these qualities, your wine will have a very soft alcohol taste.  Some wine makers can produce Moscato that has a bubbly or frothy structure similar to the qualities found on vintage champagnes.

White wines from Moscato grapes have distinct fruity aromas.  When you pour a Moscato, you will immediately recognize the scent of rose petals, ripe lichee, and fresh grapes.  The wine has the right creaminess with crisp fruity flavor that will linger in your mouth.  However, you have to remember that white wines from Moscato grapes should be consumed immediately after opening the bottle so that you can enjoy the refreshing and rich fruity flavor.  These wines are the perfect complement for fresh fruits, pistachios, nuts, and light pastries.  You can also enjoy a Moscato with fruit salads, cakes, and ice cream.

If you are a red wine lover and you are looking for a suitable variety that goes well with your light snacks, then the Pinotage grapes are perfect for you.  Pinotage grapes are the signature products of South Africa.  These grapes were bred to capture the taste of Pinot Noir and Cinsaut.  Pinotage produces a very deep red wine with distinct earthy and smoky flavor.  A red wine made from Pinotage grapes will have a slight banana flavor and a mixture of tropical fruit scent.  The smell of this wine resembles the scent of a true Pinot Noir.  However, when you take your first sip, you will definitely notice the taste of Cinsaut and Pinot Noir plus the unique African fruity flavors.

A Pinotage red wine can be paired excellently with almost any type of light snack.  It is also a suitable drink during a hearty family meal.  Native South Africans use the Pinotage to complement exotic dishes, spicy meals, and meat stews.  However, the light and bubbly taste of the wine makes it a more suitable pair for cheese-based snacks.  The light taste and medium body of a Pinotage classic will not overpower the taste of cheese.  In fact, the smoky flavor of the wine will enhance the taste of cheese thus making your snack extremely delicious.