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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