Rutherglen Muscat - Winemaking - Wine Classification
3 important questions on Rutherglen Muscat - Winemaking - Wine Classification
What is the Rutherglen classification based on?
- richness
- complexity
- intensity
Classified on taste
What are the 4 descriptions of the Rutherglen Muscat Classification
- Rutherglen Muscat
- foundation of the style
- average 3-5 years
- rs 180-240 g/L
- Classic Rutherglen Muscat
- greater level of concentration, complexity and tertiary aromas
- average 6-10 years
- rs 200-280 g/L
- Grand Rutherglen Muscat
- even greater concentration and complexity from blending both young and mature wines
- average 11-19 years
- rs 270-400 g/L
- Rare Rutherglen Muscat
- bottled in tiny volumes
- pinnacle of Rutherglen Muscat
- min average 20 years
- rs 270-400 g/L
Style of Rutherglen Muscat
Rutherglen Muscat
Classic Rutherglen Muscat
Grand and Rare
- medium amber / tawny
- pronounced aromas of raisins, figs, dates, sweet spices
- sweet
- full bodied
- medium+ acidity
- medium alcohol
- pronounced intensity of flavours
- very good quality
- mid-priced
Classic Rutherglen Muscat
- deeper colour
- more concentration
- greater complexity
- quality and price between Rutherglen Muscat and Grand and Rare
Grand and Rare
- brown
- more nutty, treacle, liquorice character
- even sweeter and fuller bodied
- higher acidity
- still some degree of fruit to provide balance
- outstanding
- super-premium prices
The question on the page originate from the summary of the following study material:
- A unique study and practice tool
- Never study anything twice again
- Get the grades you hope for
- 100% sure, 100% understanding
Remember faster, study better. Scientifically proven.
