Dried fruit such as apricots, peaches, pears, and prunes can be immersed in white wine to give the wine a delicious light fruity taste

The wine becomes a smooth cordial that gets smoother the longer the fruit is immersed

Inexpensive wine can be used to make fruit cordials because the dried fruit mellows any harshness in the liquor. Fruit cordials are delicious to sip, and also make a great dessert topping

After marinating in wine, the dried fruits make wonderful tasty treats. Place dried fruit in a ceramic, glass, or stainless steel container with air tight cover

Pour wine, brandy, and sugar into container and stir to blend well

Cover and let stand at room temperature for 1 week

Stir occasionally for several days until sugar is completely dissolved. The cordial will reach peak flavor in 3 or 4 weeks

After 5 to 6 weeks, fruit may become too soft, and can be removed

Store the wine as normal.