Your next dinner party just got sweeter.
Your next dinner party just got sweeter.
Wine o’clock just got a whole lot sweeter! For those who love to sip on a floral and fruit-based vino, you can finally indulge in the vibrant flavors that make these fine wines elegant and tasteful. Pair them with your favorite desserts, appetizers, or savory foods for a balance in taste and quality. We’ve curated a small selection of the best sweet wines that will not only upgrade your palates this Fall but also leave an impressionable taste. Whether you’re a beginner or prefer the healthier choice, we’ve got what you’re looking for.
Now, if you’re new to wine altogether, you should know that there are levels to this. Different wines are categorized into sweetness levels from dry to very sweet, catering to your diverse palates. They’re also defined by how much it contains residual sugar per liter. The ranges of sweetness will allow you to determine your sweetness preference. You may learn to love wine with just a hint of sweetness versus something parallel to your favorite dessert. Sweet wine typically contains about 35-120 g/L (2-10%), while very sweet is over 120 g/L (10%). Learn more about the ranges of sweetness:
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One of the most popular sweet wines (or wine in general) for beginners is Moscato d’Asti. You’ve probably heard of it before, and for good reason. Moscato d’Asti is an Italian sparkling white wine derived from the Moscato grape, produced mainly in the province of Asti in Italy. My personal favorite is Cupcake Vineyards Moscato. It’s the perfect amount of sweet, containing floral aromas and a refreshing taste. The flavors of honey, nectarine, and peach marry well, ridding of that wine taste. With 5% alcohol, enjoy this dessert-like wine with light meals or on its own.
The vibrant yet dominant floral notes in the Cupcake Moscato d'Asti make this wine extremely soft and luscious. Containing hints of intense fruit flavors, including peach, tropical fruits, and lychee, the Cupcake Moscato d'Asti offers a hint of fizz that balances the sweetness. It's a dessert wine that can be perfectly served with your favorite desserts.
While it is on the pricier side, Château D’Yquem Sauternes is a great choice for celebrating those huge milestones with family and friends. From weddings and birthdays to anniversaries, the sweet wine will easily complement dessert food pairings and leave a lasting impression. Pop a bottle of this fortified, dessert wine to enjoy a luxurious experience just as rich as the flavors. Containing notes of honeyed apricot, pineapple, and green mango, with hints of orange blossom, you’ll be celebrating and saying “mhmmm,” all night.
Rich, yet complex, this wine does an impressive job in balancing both acidity and sweetness, but it's never too overbearing.
Just a year ago, Issa Rae dropped her very own Prosecco and had the internet in a frenzy. Safe to say, it was worth the hype. Grown in North Italy, Viarae Prosecco, a sparkling wine, adds a crisp take of Prosecco with fresh, vibrant notes, offering high acidity and tasteful fruit traits. Bearing notes of ripe peach, citrus, and green apple, this wine is for you if you enjoy a dry-sweet wine combination. You’ll get the best of both worlds with Viarae. Pair it with your savory, salty, and fatty entrees like pastas, breakfast favorites, or fried foods.
Viarae Prosecco is the twist we all needed to the classic Prosecco. With a bold splash of refreshing fruit aromas and florals, it's the perfect balance between a dry wine that is sweeter than your average champagne.
Looking for an eco-friendly alternative? Go with a natural sweet wine. Organic wines prioritize minimal intervention winemaking and natural fermentation processes. That’s why Frey Vineyards Organic Pinot Noir is for you. Produced in sunny California, this smooth, high quality red vino contains natural ingredients with unique flavor profiles and boasts an array of flavors including red plum, strawberry, and pomegranate. It’s a little dry, but still enjoyable when served with foods like chicken or seafood.
This California light and delicate red wine is a great choice for those who are seeking healthy alternative. Bearing bold, yet deep notes of strawberries, mint, and pomegranate, the elegant flavors curate the best presentation of what natural wines should be.
Sipping sweet wine has never been more enjoyable than with Champagne Marie De Moy Demi Sec. With hints of apples and honey blossoms revealed, this sweet wine is similar to your sparkling wine, balancing vibrant fruit and refreshing acidity. The champagne was made in a region of France where high-quality sparkling wines are typically produced. Pair it with other sweet desserts, or enjoy it all on its own.
Bursting in flavors of apples and honey blossoms, this Champagne Marie De Moy Demi Sec is your sweeter style of sparkling wine. Sip and enjoy the true balance of fruitiness and refreshing bubbles.
What makes a wine vintage? The way wines are produced (through harvested grapes), the quality of the harvest, and aging potential. You’ll get all of that and more with Taylor Port. When you sip on Taylor Port, you’ll be sipping on a rich, ruby red, moderately sweet wine that you can’t resist. This vintage option offers a fruity taste and smooth finish. Plus, it’s a great companion for your favorite sweet treat.
Taylor Port is the vintage sweet wine that surprises you in taste. With notes of cherry and spice, you'll be sipping all night long.
Wines aren’t just good for drinking; use them to enhance the flavors of your cooking. Whether for thick steaks or creamy pastas, Dr. Loosen’s Riesling Kabinett should be your go-to. It’s a great addition to enhancing sauces or glazes, typically an off-dry to slightly sweet, making it a versatile wine.
One of the top wine choices for cooking is Riesling Kabinett. Produced by Dr. Loosen, this white wine is dominant and masculine, featuring an intense finish. It's perfect to pair with chicken, port, and soft cheeses.
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