alc./vol: 17%
Proof: 34°
Vintage: Non-vintage
Aged: 12 years
Product of:
Spain
Made with Pedro Ximénez grapes that have been sun-dried after picking until raisin-like. Fermentation of these grapes is halted to maintain natural sugars in the wine, which is then matured for 12 years in contact with the air in Jerez de la Frontera.
Serve at 10 -12ºC (50 - 54ºF) with rich desserts, cakes and pastries, poured over vanilla ice cream, or with strong blue cheeses.
Review and Tasting
Sampled on 24/04/2025
Appearance:
Clear (almost opaque), deep mahogany.
Aroma:
Pungent raisins and dates with dark chocolate, liquorice, walnut and coffee.
Taste:
Intense, rich and raisiny with figs and dates. Hints of liquorice, maple syrup and coffee. Heavy mouthfeel.
Aftertaste:
Long with liquorice and burnt/blackened fruit cake.
Overall:
An intensely flavoured liquid dessert that's rich and sweet but with a balancing acidic grip.
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Product Information
Barcode UPC: 8412325000344
Bottle Size: 375 ml
Closure: Agglomerated cork stopper
Bottle Size: 375 ml
Closure: Agglomerated cork stopper
Composition
Energy: 124Kcal/100ml
pH: 3.7
Density: 1.15°C
Total Acidity: 5.50g/litre
Volatile Acidity: 0.60g/litre
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