Thursday, June 3, 2010

#193 Muscat of Alexandria

Wine Enthusiast Review 
Rated 94
"Ben Rye is a glowing example of Sicilian pride, and you can understand why. Beautifully integrated with deep aromas of orange zest, honey, chestnut, molasses and dried apricot, the wine is a true incarnation of lavish decadence. The mouthfeel delivers impressive intensity and concentration of flavors."

I think by now you realize those aren't my words but I agree whole-heartedly.  In Sicily the Muscat of Alexandria grape is known as Zibibbo.  This sweet white wine pours the color of cognac.  It has a delightful nose of apricots which is followed by a lovely bouquet of sweet dried fruits.  This grape, though hard to find here warrants some additional attention.


Also THIS is one of the coolest google map views of a winery I have found so far!

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