Name: Stella Rosa L'Originale (Stella Peach)
Variety: Moscato-based (semi-sweet, semi-sparkling)
Region: Imported to United States from Italy
Country: Piedmont/Italy; California
Year: Not listed
Price: $11.99
Online Review: I was unable to locate a distinguished wine review - these are notes from the company's website:
"Summer is forever where there is Stella Rosa Peach, a refreshing semi-sweet, semi-sparkling wine that will tickle your tongue and keep your days fun. Share a bottle with friends and relish in the moments." (https://stellarosawines.com/our-wines/stella-rosa-peach)
Wine Folly: (Wine Folly, pg. 251). This particular wine did not identify its specific variety, but after some internet searches I determined that it is derived from Moscato. According to Wine Folly, Moscato d'Asti is a "highly aromatic sweet white wine from Piedmont that has some of the lowest alcohol levels of all wine." Aside from the highly aromatic description, I concur with this assertion as this beverage is much more similar to juice than it is typical wine. The alcohol component is virtually non-existent, leaving the flavor (in this case, peach) to account for the entire taste.
My Review: Not surprisingly, this wine did not have a strong aroma or flavor. Its faint smell reminded me of peach and pear juice, and its subsequent taste did not stray from that assessment. Served chilled, this wine maintained a very light flavor and crisp finish. It was very drinkable and smooth thanks to its low alcohol content. I would not describe this wine as "bad," but I simply would not recommend purchasing this beverage for someone looking for wine given its un-wine-like characteristics.
I did not pair this wine with any food.
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