Dutschke Old Pedro Ximenez 12+ Year Old

Introduction

Dutschke Old Pedro Ximenez represents the pinnacle of Australian fortified winemaking, combining old-world traditions with the unique terroir of South Australia to create a dessert wine of exceptional character and depth.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Pedro Ximenez grapes harvested from select vineyards in South Australia, known for their natural sweetness and rich flavor concentration.
• Distillation process: The wine undergoes careful fermentation before being fortified with grape spirit to arrest fermentation and preserve natural sugars.
• Maturation: Aged for a minimum of 12 years in oak barrels using a modified solera system, allowing for gradual oxidation and concentration of flavors.
• Special techniques: Dutschke employs traditional methods where the wine is exposed to controlled oxidation, developing its distinctive dark color and complex flavor profile.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Intense aromas of dried fruits, raisins, dates, and figs complemented by notes of molasses, toffee, and roasted walnuts.
• Palate: Luxuriously sweet with remarkable depth, featuring layers of dark chocolate, roasted almonds, candied orange peel, coffee, and rich Christmas cake.
• Finish: Exceptionally long and warming with a perfect balance between sweetness and subtle acidity, leaving lingering notes of caramel, dried fruits, and oak spice.

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Best enjoyed slightly chilled at 12-14°C (54-57°F).
• Glass recommendation: Small dessert wine glass or copita to concentrate the aromas.
• Serving ideas: Sip slowly as a meditation wine after dinner or as an accompaniment to fine desserts.
• Food pairings: Excellent with dark chocolate desserts, blue cheese, crème brûlée, or nutty pastries like pecan pie.

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: Typically 17-20% ABV
• Bottle size: 375ml or 500ml
• Country/Region of origin: South Australia, Barossa Valley
• Certifications/Awards: Multiple gold medals at Australian wine competitions including the Barossa Wine Show

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Dutschke Old Pedro Ximenez 12+ Year Old offers an unparalleled tasting experience, showcasing the remarkable concentration that only extended barrel aging can achieve.

With extremely limited annual production and each release quickly claimed by enthusiasts, this rare fortified wine represents a vanishing tradition in Australian winemaking.

Crafted under the watchful eye of the Dutschke family, renowned specialists in fortified wines, this Pedro Ximenez exemplifies their commitment to excellence and time-honored traditions.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Wine critics and fortified wine specialists consistently award this Pedro Ximenez with top scores, recognizing its extraordinary complexity and perfect balance.

Collectors who secure bottles of this wine tend to remain loyal customers, often purchasing subsequent releases to track the subtle evolution of this remarkable wine over different vintages.

The wine’s consistent recognition at prestigious competitions underscores the Dutschke family’s dedication to maintaining their reputation for producing world-class fortified wines.

From Dutschke Vineyards to You

The Dutschke family shares with you the culmination of generations of winemaking expertise and over a decade of patient maturation in their historic cellars.

The approachable character of this wine, despite its complexity, reflects the welcoming and unpretentious nature of the family behind this exceptional creation.

By choosing Dutschke Old Pedro Ximenez, you join a community of discerning wine lovers who appreciate the artistry and patience required to create truly extraordinary fortified wines.