One of Australia's Great Wine Treasures — Rutherglen-Style Liqueur Muscat of Extraordinary Richness and Complexity

My Wine Man on De Bortoli

De Bortoli is one of Australia's most celebrated and storied wine families — a multi-generational estate with roots going back to 1928, and a reputation built on wines of genuine quality across every style and price point. The Show Liqueur Muscat is one of the house's most prestigious expressions: a fortified wine made in the tradition of Rutherglen Muscat — one of Australia's most unique and irreplaceable wine styles. Rutherglen Liqueur Muscat is made from the Muscat à Petits Grains Rouge grape, partially fermented and then fortified with grape spirit to preserve the natural sweetness, before undergoing extended barrel ageing in a solera-style system. The "Show" designation indicates a wine of the highest quality tier — selected for its exceptional concentration and complexity.

Tasting Notes

Nut brown in the glass with a slight green hue. The nose is intense and beguiling — raisin, fig, and spice, with underlying floral notes that speak to the Muscat grape's aromatic heritage. On the palate, rich and luscious with an explosion of concentrated Muscat flavours: raisins, figs, dates, toffee, and caramel, with sweetness beautifully balanced by vanillin oak notes that add structure and a lovely, lingering finish.

Style & Serving

Rich, sweet, and intensely flavoured with a long, complex finish. Serve lightly chilled at 12–14°C in a small glass — a little goes a long way. Also exceptional poured over vanilla ice cream or used as a dessert sauce.

Food Pairing

The dense raisin and caramel concentration of the De Bortoli Show Liqueur Muscat make it a magnificent match for Australian Meredith Dairy Marinated Goat Cheese in Olive Oil from My Meat Man. The wine's sweet-savoury depth and aged complexity play beautifully against the tangy, creamy character of marinated goat cheese — whether served on a cheese board with honeycomb and walnuts, spread on sourdough with fresh thyme, or paired alongside dark chocolate fondant and Christmas pudding for the ultimate dessert finale.

Why This Is a Smart Buy

At HK$188 for 500ml, the De Bortoli Show Liqueur Muscat is one of the most extraordinary value propositions in the store. Show-tier Liqueur Muscat — the highest quality designation — from one of Australia's most celebrated wine families, in a style that is entirely unique to Australia. Comparable Show-tier Rutherglen Liqueur Muscats from top producers regularly retail for HK$250–350 for 500ml.

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