Lillet Blanc
less savory
Dubonnet Rouge is a red aromatized wine that has been in existence since 1846, originally created by French wine merchant and chemist, Sir Joseph Dubonnet (a rendering of whose cat has always been on the label). For many decades, there were 2 different versions in the market place, one international and one in the US. This version, reformulated by Heaven Hill, replaces the former US recipe.
It is made with a base of muscat wine (as opposed to the former merlot and cabernet), and raises the percentage of quinine, with the addition of black tea and black currants, along with its traditional cinchona bark. In addition, it is now sweetened with cane sugar instead of corn syrup. It is bottled at 19% ABV.
Dubonnet Rouge is a red aromatized wine that has been in existence since 1846, originally created by French wine merchant and chemist, Sir Joseph Dubonnet (a rendering of whose cat has always been on the label). For many decades, there were 2 different versions in the market place, one international and one in the US. This version, reformulated by Heaven Hill, replaces the former US recipe. It is made with a base of muscat wine (as opposed to the former merlot and cabernet), and raises the percentage of quinine, with the addition of black tea and black currants, along with its traditional cinchona bark. In addition, it is now sweetened with cane sugar instead of corn syrup. It is bottled at 19% ABV.
-
-
ageNAS
-
Cost
-
abv19.0
-
-
Other Aromatized Wine
Tasting Notes
"Berried aromas of ripe red cherries, raspberries, and blackberries mix with earthier tones of pinecone, sage, bay leaf and a pop of orange zest. The palate is a pleasing mix of tangy, ripe red currants, blueberry, blackberry with earthy pine needle, mint, anise, clove, and cinnamon. Black tea tannins add back bone and balance, allowing a bright finish with subtle florals and spices to shine through. While it's delicious as a neat sipper or on the rocks with a twist, this aperitif can be used in a number of cocktails calling for sweet vermouth such as Manhattans and Negronis. "
Added by
Amanda Schuster
Score
92