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Chambers Rosewood Vineyards NV Rare Muscadelle (Rutherglen)

Rating
97
Price
$350
Variety
Region
Wine Type
Alcohol
17.6%
Bottle Size
750 ml
Issue Date
7/1/2021
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Not to be confused with Muscat, Muscadelle is an entirely different variety with a long history in Australian fortified wines. This mocha-hued beauty, made from a solera that includes over 100-year-old wine, has a nose you could sink into like a favorite armchair. Chocolate, raisins, dried figs, vanilla bean and nuts are inviting and comforting. The luxurious palate is rich and indulgent but still fresh, long and lingering. This is a perfect pairing with soft salty cheeses and nutty, dried fruit desserts. Christina Pickard

What Is Blind Tasting?

All tastings reported in the Buying Guide are performed blind. Typically, products are tasted in peer-group flights of from 5-8 samples. Reviewers may know general information about a flight to provide context—vintage, variety or appellation—but never the producer or retail price of any given selection. When possible, products considered flawed or uncustomary are retasted.

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*Products deemed unacceptable (receving a rating below 80 points) are not reviewed.

98-100

Classic
The Pinnacle of quality

94-97

Superb
A great achievement

90-93

Excellent
Highly recommended

87-89

Very Good
Often good value; well recommended

83-86

Good
Suitable for everyday consumption, often good value

80-82

Acceptable
Can be employed


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