Chambers Rosewood Old Vine Rutherglen Muscat

- Serve slightly chilled (9–12°C) in a white wine glass to highlight its aromas without overwhelming sweetness.
- Create a mini dessert pairing board featuring rich blue cheese crystallized ginger toasted almonds and dark chocolate curls to contrast and complement the fortified wine’s richness.
- Serve over crushed ice in a short tumbler with a twist of orange peel and a sprig of rosemary for a refreshing aromatic spritz variation.
- Drizzle a small amount over vanilla bean panna cotta or poached stone fruits for an elegant dessert enhancement.
- Pair with sticky Asian desserts like black sesame balls or coconut sticky rice to balance sweetness and texture.
- Use as a flambé sauce for caramelizing dried fruits or figs served warm with creamy ice cream or mascarpone.
- Host an after-dinner "digestif flight" pairing this fortified wine with small bites like spiced nut brittle dried apricots and a classic foie gras mousse.
- Incorporate into a holiday glaze for roasted duck or pork by mixing with honey mustard and fresh herbs for a glossy flavorful finish.
- Serve alongside charcuterie featuring candied nuts quince paste and aged Manchego providing a complex interplay of sweet and savory flavors.

For storing Other fortified wines like this one follow these practical storage guidelines:

- Temperature: Store at a slightly warmer range than typical table wines ideally between 57 to 61°F (14 to 16°C). This range supports their stability and aging without risk of "cooking" or slowing maturation excessively.

- Light Exposure: Keep the bottle away from direct sunlight and strong artificial light especially UV rays as light can degrade color and flavor compounds.

- Sealing: Ensure the bottle’s cork or closure is intact and airtight. Corks are prone to drying out if humidity is low which can break the seal.

- Bottle Position: Store the bottle on its side if sealed with a cork to keep the cork moist and expanded preventing air ingress.

- Humidity: Maintain a humidity level around 60-70% optimal to prevent cork drying and oxidation.

- Additional Tips:

- Avoid temperature fluctuations as they can cause expansion-contraction cycles that loosen seals and deteriorate quality.

- For unopened bottles store in a stable cool dark environment with the above settings.

- For opened bottles reseal tightly with a wine stopper and refrigerate. Fortified wines are generally stable longer than still wines after opening but still benefit from cool and dark conditions to slow oxidation.

Avoid storing in kitchens or near heat sources due to temperature fluctuations and avoid prolonged storage in a standard refrigerator as it is typically too cold and dry for cork elasticity.