| TASTE BENCHMARKS | |||
| Profile #1 Dessert Style |
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| Appearance | Medium ruby. | ||
| Aroma | Jasmine, black cherry, grapefruit and butterscotch. | ||
| Flavor | Nice tannin structure solidly anchors the flavors. | ||
| Balance | Quite sweet but very well balanced. | ||
| PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS | |||
| Oenological | Fortified with neutral spirit to 18% sugar and 15% alcohol. | ||
| Terroir | Hot conditions in Madera County Valley floor are perfect for bringing out fully ripe muscat aromas. | ||