Ayama Moscato 2023
Moscato
Description
Ayama Wines, nestled on the slopes of the Voor Paardeberg near Paarl, is a unique meeting point of Italian heritage and South African terroir. The estate traces its origins back to the late 17th century, but its modern identity is shaped by a passion for Mediterranean varietals and expressive, site-driven wines.
The Voor Paardeberg’s granite-rich soils, combined with warm days and cooling winds, create ideal conditions for aromatic grapes like Muscat. At Ayama, grapes are hand-harvested and gently handled, with fermentation often stopped early to preserve natural sweetness and keep alcohol levels low - a style that prioritises fragrance, freshness, and drinkability.
Colour:
Bright pale straw with a youthful, luminous edge.
Nose:
Highly aromatic, showing classic Muscat notes of orange blossom, honeysuckle and lime flower, layered with peach, pineapple and a hint of spice.
Palate:
Light-bodied with a soft, rounded sweetness. Flavours of ripe stone fruit, citrus and tropical fruit come through clearly, supported by fresh acidity that keeps the wine lively rather than cloying.
Finish:
Clean and lightly refreshing, with lingering floral perfume and a subtly drier edge on the close.
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Ayama Moscato 2023
- Food Pairing : Ayama Moscato 2023 is a natural partner for lightly spiced and aromatic dishes. It works beautifully with Cape Malay curries, where the gentle sweetness softens spice and enhances fragrance. It’s equally at home with Thai cuisine, fruit-based desserts, or a selection of soft cheeses. For something simple, serve it well chilled alongside a summer fruit salad - the wine’s low alcohol and bright acidity make it an easy, versatile choice for relaxed occasions.
- Drink before: Cellaring potential: Best enjoyed young, within 2–3 years.
- Vintage: 2023
- Manufacturer: Ayama
- Region: Voor Paardeberg (Paarl), Western Cape
- Grapes used to make this wine were grown in: Granite-rich soils.
- Sugar Content: 70-90g/L
- Alcohol Content: 9.5%
Stock and Delivery:
In Stock: Standard delivery within 5 days
Stock at supplier: Delivery within 10 - 15 days
R99 Nationwide
Free Delivery: On orders over R2 000
Our Guarantee:
We guarantee a full credit on the cost of the wine, no questions asked, and we will also collect the remainder of any pack and refund you in full if you are unhappy with the quality, the service or any aspect of Wine-of-the-Month Club.
Replacements:
In the unlikely event that there is a broken bottle in your case, please tell us immediately and we will credit your account. We reserve the right to substitute product if stock runs out, to the same or higher value of the stock.
Please note:
These figures are subject to change.