Don Zoilo Sherry Aperitif Fino

Definition: In EEC terms, Quality Liquor Wine Produced in a Specific Region, (VLCPRD, CE R1493/99); in Spain, fortified wine with the Quality Demarcation Sherry, biologically aged under a layer of yeast.

Type of grape: Palomino.

Vineyards: Jerez Superior. Pago A–ina y Carrascal.

Alcohol content: 15% Alc/vol.

Type of grape: Fino Sherry

Sugar content: Very dry, less than 1 gr. /l

Production: Bud musts from our best vineyards. Cold, still decanting, fermentation at 22c. Early filtering, classified by quality and fortified at 15¼ with the best distilled wines sent to the traditional racks. Put into the classical Jerez Criaderas y Soleras system of dynamic ageing in the 9th criadera, where the biological ageing takes place under a layer of yeast. Traditional oak casks, preferably American, with a capacity of 30 and 36. Aged for at least 8 years, passing through the different criaderas until it reaches the solera, from which it is drawn out for consumption. Fino sherry, very mature, naturally pungent in the amontillado style.

Tasting notes: Brilliant hues of old gold. Sharply intense and complex aromas reminiscent of the yeast layer, with a note of almond. Very dry on the palate, with a perfect level of acidity. Full-bodied, assertive and elegant with a lingering finish. An extremely expressive and unforgettable wine.

Suggestions for consumption: Ideal as an aperitif with cheese, ham and seafood.

15% ABV

750ml