Winetastic

We picked up a 375ml bottle of Miranda “The Pioneers” Raisin Muscat 2004 for only $7 in a bargain bin at Dan Murphy’s. The grapes used in production are left to dry somewhat on the vine before harvesting and are sourced from vineyards in the Riverina, SA and VIC.

Golden honey in colour, the wine exhibits aromas of druid fruits, citrus and honey. The Muscat tastes just like it smells, with pleasant honey and citrus character. It is fairly light for a dessert wine, with balancing acidity that ensures the somewhat short finish is not overly sweet.

The Miranda website is very out of date, with 2002 being the most recent tasting note available for this wine. Overall it’s hard to complain about the price, and the wine itself is actually pretty good.

Score: 6/10
Price: $7
Closure: Cork
Alcohol: 10%
Other Opinions: Miranda Wines
Would I buy this wine again?
Who can argue with $7 a bottle for a decent dessert wine? Why not.