Having read many good things about the Sherry selections of Equipo Navazos, I figured I’d test out a spread – Manzanilla, Fino and Palo Cortado. They were all very good indeed – though the styles of both Manzanilla and Fino were idiosyncratic. I thought this was actually a Manzanilla Pasada, given its characteristics! Deep, rich gold, with copper glints hinted at some age & oxidative contact. Olive brine with just hints of green apple skin. Toasty almond and even hazelnut notes. Touch of cream & cinnamon hints. On the palate, toasted almond, brine and tangy lemon / mandarin at the finish. Light-to-medium bodied – lightness but richness of flavour. Interesting. Pretty good quality, though perhaps not my favourite Manzanilla example?
564. Equipo Navazos, La Bota de Manzanilla 22, NV (2011)
564. Equipo Navazos, La Bota de Manzanilla 22, NV (2011)
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