CLEAN: Italy's white wine a sparkling success story

The video explores the success of Asti's wine industry in Italy, highlighting its role in making Italy the largest wine exporter by volume in 2008. Despite a general export decline, wine exports rose by 15.6%, with Moscato d'Asti experiencing significant growth. The video discusses the wine's appeal due to its low alcohol content and affordability, especially during economic crises, comparing it to champagne.

What achievement did Italy's wine industry reach in 2008?

• Became the largest wine exporter by volume

• Produced the most expensive wine

• Had the highest wine consumption per capita

• Invented a new type of wine

What is a key characteristic of Moscato d'Asti that appeals to modern consumers?

• High price

• Low alcohol content

• High alcohol content

• Bitter taste

How has the production of Moscato d'Asti changed over the last five years?

• It has decreased by half

• It has remained the same

• It has doubled

• It has increased fourfold

In which regions were more than 10 million bottles of Asti wine exported in 2008?

• Australia and the Middle East

• South America and Africa

• Asia and Eastern Europe

• North America and Western Europe

What is the average price of a bottle of Asti wine compared to champagne?

• Same price as champagne

• Three times the price of champagne

• Twice the price of champagne

• Half the price of champagne