Top 10 Dessert and Ice WinesFor all of you Sweet-tooths on the quest for a sugar-laden, somewhat syrupy dessert wine, here are the top ten wine finds that lie distinctly on the sweeter side of the vine. Sweet pineapple and candy-coated pear flavors melt together to make this wine a delight whether paired with a dessert or enjoyed as dessert itself. A very elegant dessert wine with pale color and rich flavors of honey, coconut and caramel. This wine is a beautiful example of a Sauternes with a candy-coated finish that goes on and on. (Please note, price of $12 is for a 375ml bottle and not a typical 750 ml bottle.) Again a 375 ml bottle size, this ice wine drizzles apricots with honey and then adds a full serving of melt in your mouth melon. Inniskillin Winery, producing internationally acclaimed icewines is one of the safest bets for your next dessert wine needs. From Cabernet Franc icewines to Riesling and Vidal Blanc icewines - the choices are seemingly endless. A party favorite, crisp clean fruit flavors of apples mixed with pears and peach, this classic muscat keeps your attention with a semi-sweet, touch of spritz finish. Best served with fruit cocktail or creamy desserts. Liquid gold in color and flavor. Sweet, intensity and balance that makes icewines from the Ontario region a worldwide contestant in global competitions. Concentrated flavors of ripe peaches, smothered in honey - incredibly rich. A luxury wine at a reasonable price. This light-bodied dessert wine strings you along with flavors of honeydew melon and fresh from the orchard peaches. A best bargain wine with plenty of dessert pairing options. As an aside, Sutter Home also offers a Dessert Wine Club membership for those that prefer the majority of their wines on the sweeter side. Bursting with tropical fruit flavors of pineapple, mandarin and melon - this wine is sure to please the most discerning palate! This muscat is semi-sweet with a crisp finish, shake it up and give this one a go with your favorite spicy Gumbo recipe and then keep it flowing right into dessert. A terrific match for a cheese and fruit tray or to partner with a Thanksgiving pie, this ice wine is a delightful blend of sweet pineapple and over ripe apricot all dipped in honey. Long name, high price - but a phenomenal dessert wine for those with wide wallets and a love for exceptional wine's from Deutschland. This ice wine is extremely sweet, with vivid fruit flavors and aromatic bouquets of apple blossoms and honeysuckles. A lively dessert wine that is easily savored with or without a dessert - trust me, you won't miss the dessert!
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