Pfeiffer Rutherglen Muscat 50cl

Pfeiffer, Rutherglen Muscat, Victoria, Australia 50cl 

Grapes: 100% Muscat, 225.5 g/L residual sugar (seriously sweet!) 

The Pfeiffer Rutherglen Muscat is a fine example of this foundation style.  It has a bouquet of floral and raisin fruit, and a rich, luscious palate.  The blend has been carefully prepared to incorporate the youthful freshness of the younger parcels, with the complex, concentrated flavours seen in the older parcels. 

"Average age 2-4 years. Brightly hued; rich and luscious, with raisin flavours to the fore, backed up by spices of all kinds, the finish markedly supple and fresh."

93/100 points, James Halliday Australian Wine Companion, 2018

Pfeiffer Wines is also rated a "5 star" winery by James Halliday and has won over 50 trophies and 350 medals for its range of wines over the years.

Production:

Rutherglen in the 1850’s, connoisseurs of fine fortified wines have recognised the Muscats of the region as wines of unsurpassed richness. Rutherglen Muscats are classified under four descriptions that mark a progression in richness, complexity and intensity of flavour. “Rutherglen Muscat” is the foundation style; displaying fresh raisin aromas, rich fruit, clean spirit and great length of flavour on the palate.
Each year Muscat grapes are harvested at high sugar level. After fortification this wine is clarified then transferred into barrels and casks of different volumes for several years (3-30). It is this maturation process that concentrates the wines and produces rich complex flavours. These parcels of varying ages are then blended together prior to bottling to create the perfect balance for drinking.

Food Pairing:

Any decadent dessert, but equally delicious with a chilled Tomato Gazpacho soup.