XXL Blackberry Moscato

XXL Blackberry Moscato is a fortified Moscato wine from Moldova with 16% ABV, infused with natural blackberry essence and bottled at 750ml. Produced by XXL Wines — a brand recognized as "Innovator of the Year" by Wine Enthusiast — this intensely fruity, deep ruby wine stands apart from standard Moscato bottlings with its higher alcohol content and concentrated berry character.

Quick Facts: ABV: 16%  |  Origin: Moldova  |  Style: Fortified Flavored Moscato  |  Producer: XXL Wines

Production & Heritage

XXL Wines produces this expression from carefully selected Moscato grapes harvested in October, when the fruit reaches full ripeness. The base wine is then fortified and infused with natural blackberry extract, pushing the ABV to 16% — notably higher than most Moscato offerings, which typically sit between 5% and 9%. Moldova, situated between Romania and Ukraine, has a centuries-old winemaking tradition with a continental climate well-suited to aromatic grape varieties like Moscato.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Waves of blackberry jam and blackcurrant open the nose, followed by a distinctive cherry-in-chocolate note. Floral undertones from the Moscato base add aromatic lift beneath the dark fruit.

Taste: The entry is immediately sweet and luscious, with ripe blackberry and raspberry flavors dominating the palate. At mid-palate the wine shows full body and an intensely concentrated berry character, with the fortification lending weight and warmth without sharpness.

Finish: Smooth and long, with ripe berry flavors carrying through to a velvety close. A refreshing quality at the tail end keeps the sweetness from becoming cloying.

How to Drink XXL Blackberry Moscato

Serve well-chilled at 40–45°F to balance the sweetness and let the berry aromatics shine. This also works over ice for a more casual pour on warm days.

• Moscato Sangria: The concentrated blackberry flavor creates a ready-made base — just add fresh citrus, sliced stone fruit, and sparkling water.
• Berry Spritz: Top a 3-oz pour with prosecco and a splash of soda for a fizzy, fruit-forward aperitif.
• Blackberry Bellini: Blend a small measure with crushed ice and top with sparkling wine for a vibrant brunch cocktail.

Best For

• Introducing sweet-wine drinkers to a bolder, fortified Moscato style
• Summer gatherings where a chilled, fruit-driven wine is the centerpiece
• Building easy batch cocktails like sangria or spritzers for groups
• Dessert course pairing when a standalone dessert wine is needed

Frequently Asked Questions

What does XXL Blackberry Moscato taste like? It is a sweet, full-bodied wine dominated by ripe blackberry and raspberry flavors with underlying floral notes from the Moscato grape. The palate is velvety and smooth, with concentrated dark-fruit character from start to finish.

How does XXL Blackberry Moscato compare to Sweet Felony Moscato? Both target sweet-wine drinkers, but XXL Blackberry Moscato is a fortified wine at 16% ABV, making it significantly stronger than most flavored Moscatos. The blackberry infusion also gives it a darker color and more concentrated fruit profile than many competitors in the category.

Is XXL Blackberry Moscato good for sipping chilled? Yes — served cold at 40–45°F, the sweetness is well-balanced and the blackberry and floral aromas are at their most expressive. The higher alcohol adds body that rewards slow sipping rather than gulping.

Where is XXL Blackberry Moscato made? It is produced in Moldova, a small Eastern European country between Romania and Ukraine with a long-established winemaking tradition. Moldova's continental climate provides ideal growing conditions for aromatic grape varieties like Moscato.

What foods pair well with XXL Blackberry Moscato? Dark chocolate truffles mirror the cherry-in-chocolate note on the nose. Vanilla cheesecake provides a creamy counterpoint to the berry intensity. Fresh berry tarts create a natural echo of the blackberry flavor. Mild blue cheese like Gorgonzola Dolce balances the sweetness with a savory edge. Grilled peaches drizzled with honey complement the wine's fruit-forward and floral character.

What sizes does XXL Blackberry Moscato come in? The standard bottle is 750ml, which is the most widely available format.

Is XXL Blackberry Moscato worth the price? It positions as an accessible, value-tier fortified Moscato that delivers considerably more alcohol and fruit intensity than most standard Moscatos at a similar price point. For drinkers who enjoy sweet, fruit-forward wines, the concentration and body here punch above its weight class.

Why XXL Blackberry Moscato?

At 16% ABV, this is not your typical lightweight Moscato — the fortification gives it a body and warmth that most flavored Moscatos simply cannot match. The natural blackberry infusion produces genuine depth of fruit rather than the artificial candy-like sweetness found in many competitors. XXL Wines earned Wine Enthusiast's "Innovator of the Year" recognition, a signal that the brand is pushing boundaries in the flavored wine space. For anyone who finds standard Moscato too thin or fleeting, this fuller, bolder Moldovan expression fills a real gap in the category.