The 2021 Chalmers Moscato Giallo Appassimento Half Bottle (375ml) is a rare dessert wine inspired by Italy's traditional appassimento method, where grapes are dried before fermentation to concentrate flavour and sweetness. Made from estate-grown Moscato Giallo in Heathcote, the wine offers lifted aromas of orange blossom, honey, dried apricot and candied citrus, alongside notes of spice and floral perfume. The small-format bottle makes it ideal for enjoying over several special occasions.
On the palate, it is rich and intensely flavoured, with layers of honeyed stone fruit, baked fig, caramel, citrus peel and gentle spice. Despite its sweetness, bright acidity provides balance and freshness, preventing the wine from becoming heavy. The drying of the grapes before fermentation creates remarkable concentration and texture, while extended maturation adds savoury complexity and impressive length.
Ben's Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is a fantastic dessert wine for those who appreciate richly flavoured, Italian-inspired sweet wines with both freshness and complexity. Enjoy lightly chilled now or cellar through to 2032 as further savoury nuances develop. Pair with pear tarte tatin, baked apple desserts, roasted pineapple, blue cheese or washed-rind cheeses for a memorable food and wine combination.
