The wine: Rustenberg Straw Wine 2011
The producer: Rustenberg www.rustenberg.co.za
They say: This wine has been made using a centuries-old process of drying grapes on straw in order to produce dessert-style wines. Grapes are harvested at the same ripeness required to make table wine and are then laid out on straw for a number of weeks. This allows the grapes to slowly dehydrate, concentrating their natural sugar, acid and flavour.
The straw also acts as a wick for any excess moisture, ensuring the grapes do not rot. After gently pressing the dehydrated grapes the concentrated juice is slowly fermented and aged in old oak barrels to create a balanced luscious dessert wine.
We say: A gorgeous golden wine with a luscious texture. Intense, alluring nose. There’s notes of ripe peach, orange rind, syrup, honey and maybe even a little fig. The incredible acidity balances the unctuous sweetness of the wine. Really nice stuff.
Try with: Apple tarte tatin
Price (RRP): From £8.99 for half-bottle.
Available from: Majestic
Chinese tasting notes and food match
品酒笔记: 丰盛美味的金黄色甜酒。闻起来激烈，诱人。有熟的桃子，橘子皮，糖浆，蜂蜜，甚至有点无花果的味道。酒甜与酸搭配很好。真不错。
中餐搭配: 糯米甜枣点心
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