Category | Sherry |
Varietal | |
Brand | Alvear |
Origin | Spain, Montilla-Moriles |
Alcohol/vol | 19% |
Colour: Dry wine with light chestnut bright gold colour.
Nose: Pungent well developed bouquet, inimitable nutty and dried fig deep flavor and character both soft and strong.
Palate: Silky dry on palate with long finish.
Food Pairing: Suitable as an aperitif with nuts. Also excellent ingredient for all soups and sauces, especially consommé. Ideal with smoked foods and crumbly cheeses.
Wine Spectator
- ws91
A bone-dry version, with mandarin orange, burnt peach and green tea notes running through, while a flash of walnut husk checks in on the tangy, racy finish. For Sherry purists. Drink now. 500 cases made, 250 cases imported.
Wine Enthusiast
- we90
An initial blast of butter and sweaty cheese settles with airing, but this amontillado remains aggressive and demanding up front. In the mouth, this is correct in feel and balance. Saline-rich flavors of walnut, peanut and mushroom finish steady.