COLOUR
Other
TYPE
Fortified
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Muscat à Petits Grains
PRODUCER
Stanton and Killeen Wines
REGION
Victoria
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Sweet
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Stanton & Killeen's Rutherglen Classic Muscat is a non-vintage fortified wine from Rutherglen, Victoria, Australia, made from 100% Muscat à Petits Grains. This wine is part of the Rutherglen Muscat classification system, specifically the 'Classic' tier, signifying a richer and more complex profile achieved through blending and extended oak maturation. The Stanton & Killeen estate has a long history, dating back to 1864, and is currently managed by Wendy and Natasha Killeen, who specialize in fortified wines and utilize a modified solera system to maintain their signature style. The Rutherglen region's continental climate is crucial for the development of the grapes used in this unique Australian fortified wine.
ALCOHOL
18.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
NO
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Aged in oak for an average of 6-10 years for the 'Classic' tier.
Fact 02
Uses a modified solera system for consistent quality.
Fact 03
A true Australian treasure, a style hard to replicate.
Fact 04
Bottled to retain freshness, not for further cellaring.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Stanton & Killeen's Rutherglen Classic Muscat begins with harvesting Muscat à Petits Grains grapes at high ripeness. Fermentation is initiated but then halted by the addition of grape spirit, a process known as fortification, which preserves the natural grape sugars. The wine then undergoes extended maturation in oak casks, typically for an average of six to ten years for the 'Classic' tier. This aging process allows for oxidative development and the integration of flavors. Stanton & Killeen employs a modified solera system, a method of fractional blending where younger wines are added to older stocks, ensuring a consistent and complex house style across non-vintage releases.
