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Fortified wine is a type of wine that is made by adding distilled spirits during the fermentation process. These wines are then aged in wooden barrels and are usually sipped on before or after a meal. Liberty Liquors is a leading retailer of fortified wine in Australia, with mid-range and premium types of fortified wine available for online purchase and delivery.
Fortified wine is loved for its slightly viscous texture, cask aged flavour and complexity on the palate.
The common types of fortified wine are Madeira, Marsala, Sherry and Vermouth. The history of these wines can be traced back to the times when, in order to preserve wine on long sea voyages, a distilled spirit was added to stall fermentation and prevent the wine from turning into vinegar. The addition of a spirit greatly enhanced the flavour as well as the alcohol content, which typically ranges from about 15 to 20 percent.
Whether you’re looking for an Australian fortified wine or an imported label, there are plenty of options ranging from dry to sweet, based on the individual’s taste.
What is fortified wine? The question is easily answered with one sip of this glorious vintage port wine. It catches the eye instantly with its deep red colour and delights the palate with complex notes of dark chocolate, blackberry, jam, spice. Just enough tannins to make it interesting, this vintage is ready to be aged even longer.
After drawing on all their experience and working on multiple iterations, Borachio has perfected their vermouth. This is a fortified wine with just the right amount of sweetness, balanced by citrus, herbs and aromatics that make it bright, fresh and perfect for a relaxed drink.
This Spanish sherry is known, first and foremost, for its incredible mouthfeel that resonates with notes of honey, toffee, crushed raisins. With all that flavour, it still manages to maintain a lingering, yet wonderfully clean finish.
Looking for a fortified wine to pair with cheese, nuts or dessert? Contact Liberty Liquors online for expert advice, or place your order with us now!
