The sweetest type of wine is Sherry, which has the highest amount of residual sugar
. However, there are several other sweet wines that are popular and well-known for their sweetness. Some of the sweetest wines include:
- Tokaji Eszencia : A Hungarian wine with 450 g/L residual sugar, even upwards of 800 g/L in some cases
- Port : A dessert wine with a residual sweetness of around 100 g/L
- Moscato : A sweet white wine with lower alcohol content, often considered a dessert wine
- Riesling : A German wine with a sweetness level of 120–220 g/L residual sugar
- Sauternes : A French wine with a sweetness level of 150 g/L residual sugar
- Tawny Port : A sweet red wine with a flavor profile consisting of caramel, hazelnut, dried fruit, and spices
- Vin Santo : A sweet Italian dessert wine
- Rutherglen Muscat : One of the world's sweetest wines
These wines are typically considered "dessert wines" and are often enjoyed after dinner or as a special treat. Keep in mind that individual preferences may vary, and some people might find certain sweet wines too sweet.
