his exquisite and rare Moscato takes its name from Trani, a truly exceptional vinicultural zone in the province of Bari.It was once customary to refer, in Milanese dialect, to "un trani" when an inn or tavern was meant. The term was a reference to the Apulian port from which wines were extensively exported.
The tradition is ancient, for it has been established that the wine trade has always been a flourishing activity on the eastern coast of Apulia. And it has been said that the trade was already flourishing when Phoenician merchants made their first contacts with the local peoples.
The town of Trani is not noted solely for its production of wine. It also contains many architectural monuments of considerable importance, such as the cathedral, which is situated virtually on the sea. The church, constructed in the 12th and 13th centuries, is famous for its belltower, which is extraordinarily tall. The complex stands at the tip of a promontory that seals off the port of Trani from the west.
The Moscato di Trani is made almost exclusively from Moscato Bianco grapes. That variety is extremely ancient and originated in the eastern half of the Mediterranean basin. In addition to Moscato Bianco, Apulian growers cultivate Moscatello Selvatico. Both are used in the production of sweet filtrates and premium wines, particularly dessert and liqueur wines.
