Moscatel is the second of the sherry triangle's sweet sun-dried grapes - less famous than Pedro Ximénez, but with its own fresh, grapey sweetness.
Expert's Description
Bodegas Gutierrez Colosia Sherry Moscatel Soleado is a Sherry from El Puerto de Santa María, Spain made from 100% Moscatel grapes, bottled at 16.5% ABV.
Soleado means "sun-drenched" and refers to the grapes being sun-dried before pressing, which concentrates the sweetness. Unlike PX sherry's deep raisin character, Moscatel has a fresher, more grapey and aromatic profile, with a lively acidic edge that gives the wine backbone.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Golden mahogany colour with a sweet and intense aroma.
Palate
Rich, sweet and intense, with a lively acidic edge.
Finish
Sweet with a fresh, fruity finish.
Serving & Food Pairing
Serve chilled, ideally straight from the fridge, in a small dessert glass. Pairs with ice cream, chocolate cake, fruit tarts or good cheeses.
Specifications
Name: Sherry Moscatel Soleado
Producer/Winery: Bodegas Gutierrez Colosia
Region/Country: El Puerto de Santa María, Spain
Appellation/Classification: Jerez-Xérès-Sherry DO
Grape Variety(ies): Moscatel
ABV: 16.5%
Size: 75 CL
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 6-8°C
Decanting Recommended: No
Glass Type: Dessert Glass
Flavour Profile
Sweet · Aromatic · Fruity · Fresh
Did You Know?
The Moscatel grape is also used to make fragrant, dry wines elsewhere in the world - but in Jerez it's almost exclusively reserved for this sweet, sun-dried style.
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