Sherry
944. Gonzalez Byass, Matusalem Cream Sherry VORS, NV (2015)
Mid-deep amber-tawny, with olive at the rim. Smoky, oxidative nut – walnut. Rancio / butter. Orange peel. Spice. Raisin & chocolate touches. On the …
874. Colet Navazos, Reserva Extra Brut Penedès, 2007
This entertaining oddity was brought to the sparkling tasting by José-Luis. It confused me served blind, as I thought it was an NV, due …
852. Lustau, 3 En Rama Spring 2013 Manzanilla de Sanlúcar de Barrameda Sherry, NV (2014)
First En Rama bottling I’ve come across of a Manzanilla – definitely adds greater body, colour and complexity – though still has a distinct …
831. Equipo Navazos, La Bota de Manzanilla Pasada No. 39 NO, NV (2014)
Another good aged Sherry from Equipo Navazos, but not out of the top drawer somehow. Whilst it was certainly pretty intense, with a golden …
754. Equipo Navazos, La Bota de Fino No. 35 Macharnudo Alto Jerez, NV (2013)
Another visit to Navazos-land, but this time their Macharnudo Alto vineyard Fino bottling. Brine and olive, with a depth of oak & vanilla touches …
744. Harvey’s, Pedro Ximénez Sherry VORS, NV (2013)
I was perhaps expecting a little more from this wine, though still a good, pretty complex example of an old PX. Deep brown with …
731. Bodegas Tradición, Fortnum & Mason Oloroso Sherry VORS, NV (2013)
Another very good Sherry from Bodegas Tradición, that got better on days 2 and 3 – greater complexity and power. Curious mid-amber, with a …
718. Hidalgo-La Gitana, Faraon Oloroso Sherry VORS, NV (2013)
Slightly out-of-order this one (should really be after the Clos des Goisses), but just filling an accidental gap! Having enjoyed the Hidalgo Wellington VORS …
711. Lustau, Oloroso Sherry Pata de Gallina Almacenista Juan García Jarana, NV (2013)
A classically-styled, and good quality Oloroso. Deep amber, with a broad, caramel rim. Medium+ intensity nose, led by walnut marzipan, then caramel, Demerara sugar …
704. Lustau, Palo Cortado Sherry Almacenista Vides, NV (2012)
Medium-deep amber, with some olive in the broad, watery rim. Medium+ intensity nose of cinnamon, sweet caramel hints and gentle oak spice. Hint of …