Arguably the finest of the sweet Muscat Beaumes de Venise offerings, this estate-bottled 2003 exhibits orange marmalade and apricot liqueur characteristics in its honeyed, perfumed personality. Full-bodied, with loads of sweetness as well as fine underlying acidity, it is fuller and warmer than usual because of the vintage’s higher alcohol. Enjoy it over the next 1-2 years. Importer: A Christopher Cannan Selection, various American importers including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300 and Diamond Wine Merchants, Oakland, CA; tel. (510) 567-9897