Palomino
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 …
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 …
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 …
703. Emilio Lustau, Oloroso Sherry VORS, NV (2012)
The bit of my WineBear order that actually arrived on reasonably on time (the 6 bottles of Clos des Goisses was due 6 months …
692. Rey Fernando de Castilla, Antique Palo Cortado Sherry, NV (2012)
I think I have only the F fino left to complete the set of these! A definite citrus dimension to this very good quality …