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Hillside Estate Muscat Ottonel
Thompson Valley, Canada
About this product
Thompson Valley Muscat Ottonel; intensely aromatic with orange blossom, apricot and floral spice in a dry, mineral-driven style. One of BC's best expressions of the perfumed Alsatian grape.
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Pairings
complement
seafood
Orange blossom floral mirrors the delicate sweetness of spot prawn; citrus in wine bridges the lemon or citrus accompaniment; dry finish cleanses.
classic
main
complement
Muscat Ottonel's intensely floral, grapey character complements stone fruit desserts naturally; the wine's sweetness and acidity balance the meringue and fruit.
classic
dessert
complement
Muscat Ottonel's honey, apricot and almond notes mirror the tart's core flavours; the wine's aromatic intensity complements without overwhelming the pastry.
established
dessert
complement
casual
Hillside Muscat Ottonel's floral sweetness bridges the stone fruit pavlova; both are expressions of the Okanagan's summer abundance
established
dessert
contrast
Sweet, aromatic Muscat Ottonel contrasts the savoury richness of foie gras; the wine's freshness cuts through the fat while its floral notes add elegance.
established
starter
complement
food
Muscat Ottonel's floral apricot character directly mirrors the apricot cake; both share the same muscat-apricot identity
established
dessert
bridge
meat
Floral spice in wine bridges the warm spice of a tagine; orange blossom mirrors the preserved lemon's citrus-brine character; dry mineral holds against the complexity.
adventurous
main
bridge
An aromatic white's sweetness and spice bridge to duck liver's rich flavour; apple chutney provides the acidity that the pairing needs.
suggested
starter