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Producer | Marco De Bartoli |
Country | Italy |
Region | Marsala Superiore Oro DOC |
Varietal | Grillo |
Vintage | 2004 |
Sku | 210000010112 |
Size | 750ml |
Marsala Superiore Riserva 2004: How and When.
This pleasant semi-dry Marsala Superiore 10 years wine goes brilliantly at the end of the meal with desserts. It is also great with blue cheeses served with spicy mustard or jam. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled (14-16 °C, that is about 57-61 °F).
The 2004 Marsala d'Oro Superiore Riserva first captures your attention with its gorgeous amber and orange hue, as you swirl and watch its glycerol viscosity coat the glass. Its bouquet pulls you close, a dusting of clove and cinnamon giving way to dried florals, orange peel, incense and baked apples. It’s velvety yet not weighty in feel, with an incredibly layered display that comes in waves, as salted almonds and caramel are followed by grilled mango and peach, the gobs of minerality and brisk acids maintaining impeccable balance. This is decidedly more savory than sweet, tapering off over the course of minutes, while also leaving the senses perfectly refreshed and aching for another salty sip. This glorious effort will make you a lifelong fan of dry Marsala.
-- Eric Guido