Yellow Tail Pink Moscato

Yellow Tail Pink Moscato is a sweet, lightly sparkling Australian pink wine bottled at 7.5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. What sets this expression apart from a standard moscato is the addition of a small amount of Merlot during blending, which contributes its distinctive blush color and subtle berry depth.

Quick Facts: ABV: 7.5%  |  Origin: New South Wales, Australia  |  Style: Sweet Pink Moscato  |  Producer: Casella Family Brands

Production & Heritage

Casella Family Brands, based in Yenda, New South Wales, has been one of Australia's most prolific wine producers and a household name across global markets. The Pink Moscato is fermented from Muscat grapes in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve bright fruit aromatics and natural sweetness. After fermentation, the wine undergoes cold filtration and is blended with a small proportion of Merlot — a step that gives it its rosy hue and differentiates it from the standard Yellow Tail Moscato.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with ripe strawberry and pomegranate, followed by delicate musk and floral undertones. Hints of apple and pear round out the bouquet, lending a fresh, fruit-forward character.

Taste: The entry is immediately sweet and vibrant, bursting with ripe strawberry and red apple flavors. The mid-palate broadens into tropical fruit and honeydew melon, while a light, tantalizing fizz lifts the entire experience. A thread of citrus emerges near the finish, adding a welcome contrast to the sweetness.

Finish: The finish is fresh and crisp with moderate length, tapering cleanly without becoming cloying. Lingering notes of strawberry and a faint mineral quality keep the final impression light and refreshing.

How to Drink Pink Moscato

Serve well chilled — around 4–6°C (39–43°F) — to keep the effervescence lively and the sweetness balanced. This wine drinks beautifully on its own as an aperitif or poolside pour.

• Moscato Spritz: Combine with a splash of soda water and a fresh strawberry garnish — the wine's natural fizz and berry intensity carry the drink without additional sweetener.
• Frosé: Freeze and blend into a slushy rosé cocktail — the high residual sugar prevents it from freezing solid and keeps the texture smooth.
• Pink Sangria: Mix with sliced peaches, raspberries, and a measure of peach liqueur — the tropical and berry notes in the wine complement stone fruit beautifully.

Best For

• Introducing someone new to wine who prefers sweeter, lower-alcohol styles
• Casual outdoor gatherings, barbecues, or brunch service
• A budget-friendly sparkling alternative for baby showers or celebrations
• Pairing with dessert courses at informal dinner parties

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Yellow Tail Pink Moscato taste like? It is a sweet, lightly fizzy wine dominated by ripe strawberry and red apple flavors, with supporting notes of tropical fruit, honeydew, and a crisp citrus finish.

How does Pink Moscato compare to Barefoot Moscato? Both sit in a similar value tier and target sweet-wine drinkers, but Yellow Tail's Pink Moscato includes a Merlot blend for its blush color and introduces berry-forward flavors that Barefoot's standard Moscato, made purely from Muscat, does not emphasize as strongly. The ABV is comparable across both brands.

Is Pink Moscato good for beginners? Yes — its low 7.5% ABV, approachable sweetness, and light effervescence make it one of the most accessible entry points into wine for those who typically prefer sweeter beverages.

Where is Yellow Tail Pink Moscato made? It is produced by Casella Family Brands in Yenda, a town in the Riverina region of New South Wales, Australia, known for its warm climate and large-scale wine production.

What foods pair well with Pink Moscato? Fresh strawberries and whipped cream complement its berry profile; mild, creamy cheeses like brie balance the sweetness; spicy Thai or Vietnamese dishes benefit from the wine's residual sugar cooling the palate; fruit tarts and pavlova echo its tropical and stone-fruit notes; and prosciutto-wrapped melon offers a savory counterpoint.

What sizes does Pink Moscato come in? Yellow Tail Pink Moscato is widely available in a standard 750ml bottle and is also commonly found in a 1.5L magnum format.

Is Pink Moscato worth the price? Yellow Tail Pink Moscato positions squarely in the entry-level value tier, delivering consistent fruit intensity and reliable quality at a price point that undercuts most competitors in the sweet moscato category.

Why Pink Moscato?

The defining move here is the Merlot blend — a small addition that transforms a standard moscato into something visually and aromatically distinct, introducing a berry dimension that straight Muscat wines lack. Casella Family Brands' cold-filtration process and temperature-controlled fermentation keep the fruit expression clean and vibrant rather than syrupy. At 7.5% ABV, it occupies the lower end of the alcohol spectrum, making it genuinely sessionable in warm weather. For anyone seeking a reliably fruity, lightly sparkling pink wine without complexity barriers, this remains one of the most widely distributed and consistently produced options on the market.