Botrytis really is the honey of the gods. It is not merely to be drunk, it is to be respected. There as a craft that is almost mystical in the method of producing the style and De Bortoli have it down to an art! Yes, it's sweet. Sure it has a candied quality. But this goes beyond the usual honeyed dessert wines, this is a mythic nectar! And it's magnificent. It's wines like this that make an extra trip to the dentist worthwhile. Dark honey-blonde in colour with flints of golden specks with a subtle bouquet of jasmine that is overpowered by glorious aromas of quince, nectarine, orange zest and nutty vanillian oak. A sensual feast of rich white stone fruits drenches the palate, mixed with citrus, a touch of tart marmalade and beautifully integrated oak. A spicy tang of acidity balances the sweetness of this wine giving an alluring freshness to the finish. The ideal accompaniment to a platter of French cheeses or a decadent dessert of oven baked pears atop a brioche and fruit pudding slathered in butterscotch sauce and a dollop of freshly whipped vanilla bean cream. The ultimate way to end a special meal.