Classic Rutherglen Muscat
Muscat, Rutherglen, Victoria
Rutherglen’s Muscat, celebrated as one of Australia’s finest wines, combines a fresh, lifted spirit character with rich rancio notes from years in oak barrels. Aromas of peanut brittle, rose petals, golden fruit-cake, and old oak lead to a luscious palate of caramelised orange peel, mixed dried fruits, figs, and subtle iced-tea notes, with a rich mouthfeel and balanced fruit flavours, ready to enjoy now or cellar for the future.
Description
Rutherglen’s Muscat is celebrated worldwide as one of Australia’s finest wines. This expression combines a fresh, lifted spirit character with rich rancio notes developed from many years of oak barrel aging, creating a complex and inviting profile.
Aromas of peanut brittle, rose petals, golden fruit-cake, and old oak lead to a luscious palate of caramelised orange peel, mixed dried fruits, figs, and subtle iced-tea notes. The wine’s rich mouthfeel and balanced fruit flavours make it ready to enjoy now or to cellar for future enjoyment.
Details
- RegionRutherglen, Victoria
- TypeFortified Wine
- VarietyMuscat
- Volume375ml
- Alcohol Volume17.5%
- Standard Drinks5.2
- ClosureScrewCap
- Tasting Notes
Aromas of peanut brittle, rose petals, golden fruit-cake, and old oak lead to a luscious palate of caramelised orange peel, mixed dried fruits, and figs, finishing with subtle iced-tea notes, all balanced by rich flavours and a smooth, full mouthfeel.
- Colour
Burnt Sienna & burnished copper
- Bouquet
Lifted & aromatic with peanut brittle, rose petals, golden fruit-cake and old oak.
- Palate
Caramelised orange peel, mixed dried fruits, figs & iced-tea on the finish. Luscious flavours and mouthfeel create a balanced fruit palate.
- Food Matches
Cofields Rutherglen Muscat is ideal with winter pudding and cake or serve chilled over ice cream in warmer months.