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Malaga Wine

Vitis vinifera Allergens: Sulfites
Malaga Wine

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Vitaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Spanish, Mediterranean
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Grapes (Pedro Ximénez, Moscatel)

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A sweet, fortified wine from the Málaga region of Spain, primarily made from Pedro Ximénez and Moscatel grapes.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Raisined, Caramel, Nutty
TextureViscous, Smooth
AromaDried Fruit, Honey, Toffee
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 50ml
Calories150
Total Fat0
Saturated Fat0
Trans Fat0
Cholesterol0
Protein0.2
Total Carbohydrate15
Dietary Fiber0
Total Sugars15
Calcium5
Iron0.1
Potassium60

Chef’s Secret

Reduce Malaga wine with some orange zest for a vibrant, flavorful glaze over roasted duck or pork.

Substitutions

Best Match

Port Wine

1:1

Similar sweetness, body, and fortified nature, good for dessert pairings or cooking.

Sherry (Cream or Pedro Ximénez)

1:1

Another Spanish fortified wine with similar sweetness and flavor profiles.

Marsala Wine (Sweet)

1:1

Italian fortified wine, good for cooking, slightly less intense fruitiness.

Non-alcoholic Grape Juice + Caramel Extract

Variable

For alcohol-free recipes, won't replicate complexity but provides sweetness.

Buying Guide

Look for "Denominación de Origen Málaga" for authenticity. Vintage matters for older styles.

Flavor Pairings

Blue Cheese Foie Gras Chocolate Desserts Dried Fruits Nuts Fruit Tarts.