A perennial competition award winner, this Vin Santo styled dessert wine s a blend of Muscat Ottonel and Vidal Blanc. This vintage is brighter than the last few in my memory, with a lighter viscosity and a livelier acidity that makes the honeyed fruit flavors pop. It has a finish that won’t quit, and it will make a fine dessert all by itself. If you want more, I would recommend mild to medium cheeses as a pairing partner. Sold in a 375ml bottle. A Platinum Award winner at the 2021 Sommelier Challenge International Wine & Spirits Competition.
Barboursville Vineyards, Virginia (United States) 2017
By Rich Cook