First Impressions
Muscat Beaumes de Venise Domaine des Bernardins 2024 arrives at £25.50 for 75cl, and at this price, it needs to offer genuine quality to stand out in a crowded market. A 2024-vintage of classic Muscat Beaumes de Venise that offers delightful depth and freshness on the palate.
This producer operates in a region that continues to deliver impressive quality and character. Des Bernardins is a name worth knowing in this context.
On the Nose and Palate
The nose offers sweet and fragrant with notes of lychee, rose water, ripe peach, and golden raisin. Moving to the palate, the wine is luscious and honeyed, with concentrated flavours of apricot, tropical fruit, and candied citrus, balanced by a thread of bright acidity. The finish is long and honeyed, with lingering sweetness balanced by a fresh acidic lift on the close.
Food Pairing and Serving
A wonderful match for fruit tarts, creme brulee, or blue cheese. The natural acidity keeps the sweetness in check. Serve chilled at 8–10°C.
The Verdict
Muscat Beaumes de Venise Domaine des Bernardins 2024 earns a well-deserved 7 out of 10. This is an very good dessert that delivers Muscat with genuine conviction and craft. At £25.50, the quality-to-price ratio here is genuinely impressive. Whether you're building a cellar or simply looking for something excellent to drink tonight, this bottle earns its place.
