Oloroso Sherry

Sherry is Spain’s top produced fortified wine in the Jerez DO. Fun Fact: Sherry is the oldest denomination of origin in Spain. The “sherry triangle” is formed by three key cities: Jerez de la Frontera (hence the name Jerez = Sherry), Sanlúcar de Barrameda and El Puerto de Santa María.  Soils are Albariza, pure white soils with a high level of chalk  and limestone.

Sherry comes in many styles, both dry and sweet. For more information see my guide to Sherry 101

Bodega Emilio Hidalgo was founded in 1874. It is one of the top most reputable Sherry producers in Jerez. Today it’s run by the 5th generation who maintains the traditions that have been carefully preserved and enriched over 130 years.

This Oloroso Dry Sherry is rich, intense nuts and roasted notes and a bone-dry mouthfeel. Pale amber color with aromas toasted walnut, caramel, vanilla, orange zest, mushrooms, dried figs, toffee, saline and salted almonds. Palate is dry with flavors of walnut, caramel, vanilla, orange zest, coffee, toffee, earthy, dried figs, prunes, raisins and salted almonds mushrooms with medium acid and a long finish. Just delicious

My pairing with the Oloroso - Prosciutto, Castelvetrano olives, cheeses such as Manchego with honey and Délice de Bourgogne (Triple Cream Brie), salted almonds and dried figs. It was a heavenly combination. Cheeses and Olives from @grapesandgourmetri