Asti Spumante is a sparkling white Italian wine that is cherished by wine aficionados around the world. The spelling "asti spumates" is likely a phonetic transcription of the pronunciation of the words "Asti Spumante." In IPA, this would be transcribed as /ˈæsti ˌspuˈmɑnteɪ/. This sparkling wine is made in the Piedmont region of Italy, using the muscat grape. With its delicate and fruity flavor, Asti Spumante is often served as an aperitif or dessert wine.