Muscat Aperitif
TASTING NOTE
Rutherglen is renowned for some of the finest expressions of muscats for over 150 years. It is a uniquely Australian fortified wine that has been enjoyed as an after dinner drink for many years. The introduction of Muscat Aperitif Rutherglen is to showcase a younger, modern, more approachable style. Aromas and flavours of rosewater, spice, Turkish Delight, quince and raisins.
Can be served at room temperature or slightly chilled. Perfect straight up, or on the rocks or to give some personality to a cocktail like a Muscat Prosecco Spritz.
VINEYARD
Our Muscat is grown at the De Bortoli Melville’s vineyard on the eastern edge of the Rutherglen region. The site is west facing to maximise heat accumulation which produces Muscat of intensity and concentration with strong varietal definition and flavours.
SEASON
This is a Non Vintage wine that has been made to showcase the freshness and versatility of Rutherglen Muscat. The grapes were picked at differing ripeness levels with the earlier picks adding the rose water and Turkish delight characters, whilst the later picked parcels add the more luscious caramel and toffee notes.
WINEMAKING
This wine is a product of blending differing styles of fortified Muscats which has resulted in a wine with freshness, complexity and balance. Some parcels were picked at lower sugar levels and fermented with an aromatic yeast before fortifying. This wine was stored in stainless steel tanks to help retain its freshness and rose water aromas. Other parcels were left to concentrate and raisin on the vines before picking. The grapes were left on skins to soak up all of the luscious sugars before pressing, briefly fermenting and fortifying.
TASTING NOTE
The nose is a floral bomb, think rosewater but spicier with hints of anise and fresh ginger. The bright fresh Muscat takes your taste buds on a journey, from delicate Turkish delight through quince, cruising home to a refreshingly bitter finish. Refreshing enough for an afternoon aperitivo, quirky enough to add personality to any mixed drink or cocktail.
WINE ANALYSIS
Alc/Vol: 16.0%, pH: 4.02, TA: 3.65g/L
VEGAN
| Country of Manufacture | Australia |
|---|---|
| Variety | Muscat |
| Vintage | NV |
| Region | Rutherglen |
| Brand | Rutherglen Estate |