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The well ripened grapes are harvested in October. After the late October harvest the grapes are dried for about six months on cane racks (called arele) in well-ventilated rooms; during this period they are enriched by the presence of Botrytis Cinerea (noble rot). 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The palate is rich and smooth with similar sweet floral and honeyed apricot flavours but with a faintly citrus note in the finish which makes it very moorish. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Grapes are sourced from vineyards within the Graves District of Bordeaux. Botrytis (noble rot) is allowed to affect the wine, concentrating the sweetness and flavour. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Hand-picked grapes, picked at the very late stage of the vintage. The vineyards are picked, on average, 3 times during the vintage to ensure that the grapes have good botrytis and healthiness. The grapes are treated very carefully during pressing, so as not to damage them and to maintain their delicate characteristics. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The ultimate dessert wine - serve chilled with a host of fruit or cream based desserts. Try also blue cheese such as Roquefort or Stilton. 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The vineyards are on the slopes of the valley of the Dordogne at an altitude of between 50 and 180 metres. Belonging to the Pichon and Castaing family - the winery has grown from a small farm with just 4 hectares of vines in 1898 to a vineyard of 70 hectares today. Dedicated to making wine that respects tradition whilst not neglecting technological advances both in the cultivation of vines and in winemaking techniques, today the property is still run by three generations of this family. The vineyard consists of approximately 26 hectares of red grape vines (Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon), and 44 hectares of white (Semillon, Muscadelle and Sauvignon Blanc) - the average age of the vines is 25 years.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nVineyards are based in the heart of Perigord, near Bergerac along the valley of the Dordogne river. Here, on the river slopes there is a particular micro-climate which favours the development of the botrytis necessary to make this style of sweet wine. Vines average 25 years of age. As in Sauternes, grapes are hand harvested at a very late stage of maturity, in three successive 'triage', to ensure that only the most mature grapes are picked. Grapes are harvested in October and November.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGrapes are gently put into a pneumatic press and the juice is transfered to temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. After fermentation the wine is matured for 24 months.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe French would serve this as an aperitif but it is also good with paté or blue cheeses such as Roquefort.","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"2022 \/ 50cl","offer_id":9362347556908,"sku":"BOU-FSW400\/22","price":12.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/8412\/5228\/products\/domainedegrangeneuve.jpg?v=1605626595"},{"product_id":"moscato-passito-palazzina","title":"Palazzina Moscato d’Asti, Vendemmia Tardiva","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe can't recommend this enough. A beautifully balanced dessert wine, lovingly crafted, and an absolute steal!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA nose of intense lemon curd, marmalade, and orange peel with fragrant honeysuckle notes. The palate has lots of ripe apricot and acacia honey characters with honeyed sweetness, well-balanced by a fresh citrus zest bite on the lingering finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalazzina vineyard is on the Il Cascinone estate. Vine yield is 3000 litres per hectare. The fruit is hand harvested in the second half of October (about one month later than the usual Moscato harvest). The grapes are dried on 'graticci' - a traditional Italian rush mat. During this time 40% of the fruit's weight is lost by water evaporation. 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This is a 'bual-style' of wine.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  Madeira should be cellared upright.   \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  Delicious as a dessert wine and with fruits such as peaches, pineapple or fruit salads, strawberries and raspberries. Also compliments chocolate and blue cheeses.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  Madeira starts life as fermenting must and is then fortified, either to arrest fermentation for a Malmsey or a Bual, or after fermenting out, in the case of Sercial or a Verdelho (to a minimum of 17% alcohol) and undergoes its own very special maturation process. Fermentation takes place at different stages according to the grape variety used. Grapes are picked from mid-August up to the end of October and the special 'estufagem' of the wines begins in January.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  The Estufa process: The unique character of Madeira was discovered in the 15th Century, when Madeira wines were used as victuals for ship's companies, stored in the holds of caravels. The blowsy heat of the ship's hold was found to have dramatically improved the wines, making them richer and more complex, as well as proving them to be the most stable in heat. This also demonstrated the great ageing potential that they had. The wines are estufa'd usually for 3 months in termperatures rising to 45 degrees C before being allowed to cool. 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Ripe strawberry notes and discreet leafy, herbal scents are suffused in a powerful redolence of dark brambly woodland fruit and blackcurrant jam. As is typical of Taylor’s, the nose is beautifully delineated with very fine, focused fruit. The palate has impressive density and vigour, with thick, mouth filling tannins providing both structure and body. Luscious berry fruit flavours linger into the long finish. As usual, this LBV shares the pedigree of the great Taylor vintage ports but is made in an approachable style, ready for drinking now by the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaylor’s were pioneers of the LBV category, developed to satisfy the demand for a high quality ready-to-drink alternative to Vintage Port for everyday consumption. Unlike Vintage Port, which is bottled after only two years in wood and ages in bottle, LBV is bottled after four to six years and is ready to drink when bottled. 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The palate has vibrant plum and blackberry characters layered with more spice, fresh acidity and firm tannins. A full and rich style with impressive length.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWiese \u0026amp; Krohn was founded in 1865 by two Norwegians - Theodor Wiese and Dankert Krohn - shipping initially to Scandinavia and Germany. In the century and a half since its foundation, Krohn has built up an outstanding reputation. Long renowned for the quality of their sublime Colheitas (single vintage tawnies), they produce a remarkably complete range for a small house, and each wine excels in its category. Much of the secret lies in the high quality of their vineyards - the magical combination of terroir, locality, aspect, incline and low-yielding vines. Their Quinta do Retiro Novo estate in Sarzedinho, in the Rio Torto valley (where vinification takes place), is all A grade vineyard. Indeed Krohn only work with grapes from A-graded vineyards across all of their ports, and their top wines are still trodden by foot. Since 2013 Krohn has been part of the Fladgate Partnership - alongside Taylor's, Fonseca and Croft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional Port grapes are sourced from Krohn's Quinta do Retiro Novo estate, and from long-standing relationships with neighbouring growers. After fermentation the wine is aged in barrel for 4-6 years before bottling. Krohn's LBV Ports are neither fined nor filtered and may thus throw a sediment. 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There is a real tang to both nose and palate with orange peel, eucalyptus, varnished wood, fennel and a myriad of other flavours and sensations singing subdued screams against the background canvas of stark dryness and tense acidity defeated by the overwhelming complexities - a really sublime wine.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOne of the most exceptional of the small, independent sherry houses, Fernando de Castilla was revitalised in 1999 by Jan Pettersen - a Norwegian with a passion for top quality sherry, and 15 years experience at Osborne. After taking over the cellars of the Sherry shipper Jose Bustamante, located next door to the main facilities of Fernando de Castilla, Jan quickly established Fernando de Castilla as masters of the production and ageing of fine, unblended, untreated Sherries. The bodega's reputation is based on the excellence of the Antique range of intensely pure and complex single solera Sherries whose award winning packaging makes them even more impressive. The Antique Palo Cortado was awarded 'Best Dry Fortified Trophy' at the 2011 New Wave Spanish Wine Awards, whilst the Antique Amontillado scooped the trophy for ‘Dry Fortified over £10’ at the 2011 Decanter World Wine Awards.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGrapes are sourced from Fernando de Castilla's partners vineyards in the Jerez district. The soil type is Albariza. Picking takes place in early September.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFernando de Castilla deals only in prestigious, premium wines. The sherries are all from individual soleras. They are bottled without blending, cold stabilization or filtration of any kind in order to preserve the subtlety, purity and distinctive aromas of these premium wines. The products are all bottled in clear glass to show off the wonderful colour of the wines. Fernando de Castilla Antique Amontillado comes from a very old Fino (8 yrs old) which is refortified from 15.5% to 18.0% ABV and introduced into a solera of Amontillado where it spends a further 12 years.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIdeal with consomme, hard cheeses or tapas dishes such as oxtail or chorizo sausage. Highly recommended with chicken liver parfait!\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Fresh and salty, with almond, toffee and apple aromas\" \"Lean, savoury and very spicy\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSommelier Wine Awards 2014, Judges Comments\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Roasted chestnut, cocoa and woody coconut aromas. Aristocratic and multidimensional palate offering a moreish salty caramel quality with a tangy spritz. Superlative in any way.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJudges comments, DWWA 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"A dry, nervy style, offering balsam wood, clove, dried orange peel and Brazil nut notes that weave together through the lacy finish. Shows range, but stays delicate in feel overall. Drink now. 91 Points.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Molesworth, Wine Spectator October 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e \" ...amber-colored and has a subtle nose of tobacco, some iodine, pollen, beeswax and hazelnuts. The medium- to full-bodied palate shows lots of concentration and acidity, with a very intense finish. 92 points.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Luis Gutierrez, The Wine Advocate #208, 29th August 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Twice DWWA Trophy winner. Aromas of roasted chestnuts, walnuts, even cranberries. Vivid, mouthwatering, bone-dry and long. The ideal equilibrium between fino and oloroso. 93\/100.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSarah Jane Evans MW, Decanter, December 2012\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"If you only drink one Sherry this Christmas, make it this award-winning Amontillado - nutty and pungent. Very good with Boxing Day cold meats and hard cheeses.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSarah Jane Evans MW, BBC Good Food magazine, December 2012\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Simultaneously waxy and smoky, and redolent of bonfires and toffee apples at the same time, this well balanced wine is the embodiment of the word 'complex. Perfectly poised between flavours of salty nuts and honey and malt, as only a great amontillado can do, while Madison's Irina Atanasova was uncovering the caramel and dried fruits, consultant Peter McCombie MW was finding biscuits and orange peel on the relatively dry palate. Price quoted is for 50cl bottle.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSommelier Wine Awards 2012\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\"Marking the third successive year that this bodega has won this Trophy (and twice for this Amontillado) Fernando de Castilla is swiftly forging a reputation as one of Sherry's modern-day superstars. For a young company, Fernando de Castilla has achieved remarkable things, in a short time, overturning the negative image of Amontillado almost single-handedly.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter, October 2011\u003c\/strong\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Aromatic, almost perfumed floral background with some spice. Unusual style with lots of citrus, made in an austere style. Delicious, specific and unique.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter Dry Sherry Panel Tasting, January 2011\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Caramel, nutty flavours, beautiful length and texture and superbly clean finish. It was chosen by Hamish Anderson in the wine pairing seminar to go with a chicken-liver parfait, and it was one of the best matches I've ever tasted. The flavours of the food and wine kept going together without outdoing each other, making me want more and more. Great pairing.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSara Bachiorri, Sommelier at The Glasshouse, Imbibe, September\/October 2010\u003c\/strong\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Fernando de Castilla....has been stunning tasters at this event for the past three years, and its haul of three Golds was testament to the brilliance of its portfolio\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSommelier Wine Awards 2010, Judges comments\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"is medium to dark amber with nutty, dried fruit, and orange peel aromas. It offers excellent intensity. 92 points.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate Issue 175, 29th February 2008\u003c\/strong\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"18. Drink 2008-12. Lustrous amber. Round, almost soft and very rich on the nose but lovely freshness on the palate. Softened. About 20 years old. Great stuff.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewww.jancisrobinson.com June 2008\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"NV \/ 50cl","offer_id":9362594889772,"sku":"BOU-ECF018","price":41.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/8412\/5228\/products\/antique_amontillado_3_cd81f36d-4e3d-4e9d-bbbe-f88137dba1ee.jpg?v=1553173147"},{"product_id":"antique-fino-fernando-de-castilla","title":"Antique Fino, Fernando de Castilla","description":"Rich and long with greater depth and complexity than a standard Fino - as such Jan refers to this as his 'Winter' Fino! Appealing salty tang and a long citrus finish. Very fresh and pure.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOne of the most exceptional of the small, independent sherry houses, Fernando de Castilla was revitalised in 1999 by Jan Pettersen - a Norwegian with a passion for top quality sherry, and 15 years experience at Osborne. After taking over the cellars of the Sherry shipper Jose Bustamante, located next door to the main facilities of Fernando de Castilla, Jan quickly established Fernando de Castilla as masters of the production and ageing of fine, unblended, untreated Sherries. The bodega's reputation is based on the excellence of the Antique range of intensely pure and complex single solera Sherries whose award winning packaging makes them even more impressive. The Antique Palo Cortado was awarded 'Best Dry Fortified Trophy' at the 2011 New Wave Spanish Wine Awards, whilst the Antique Amontillado scooped the trophy for ‘Dry Fortified over £10’ at the 2011 Decanter World Wine Awards.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGrapes are sourced from Fernando de Castilla's partners vineyards in the Jerez district. The soil type is Albariza. Picking takes place in early September.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe wine is made from the first pressing of grapes to give a light fresh style. Fermentation takes place at relatively high temperatures to reduce fruit flavour. This makes a very neutral wine which is perfect for the production of sherry. The wine then undergoes natural malolactic fermentation, converting harsh malic acid to softer lactic acid. In the February after harvest, the wine is fortified with grape brandy up to 15% abv. Once at this stage the wine is then added to the youngest Criadera in the Solera. The wine then begins its ageing process under flor, a special type of yeast. Antique Fino is carefully selected from the classic fino and is aged for a further 4 years without any movements, except for monitoring the condition of the Flor yeast. The wine is fortified again, prior to bottling and this time, to 17% Alcohol. This additional alcohol helps to protect the wine and make it more stable, allowing less wine making intervention and a more natural product. Most forms of microbiological spoilage can’t live in an environment of higher alcohol, in fact historically, just 25 years ago all Finos were at higher strength for this reason. For example, cold-stabilisation can be carried out for 24 hours at minus 0.5ºC instead of 7 days at minus 8ºC which is standard practice. Little filtration is required and the wine is bottled with its natural colour. The additional age and higher alcohol also give the Antique Fino a longer shelf life than young 15% finos. When the wine is found to have reached perfect maturity for this style (now a \"Fino Pasado\"), bottling commences. No more than two to three casks of this wine per year are bottled and the casks are replenished with the Classic Fino. This wine was created for a very specific group of consumers who understand that the product is not old, but just developed further than other Finos. The winemaker remarks that he thought that it was only himself and his friends in Jerez and “a few other Sherry nuts” who would even like it, but it appears that it has become a favourite in a number of top restaurants and that interest in this type of more evolved and unusual wines, is increasing.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis should be served cool, but not very cold. It pairs well with smoked fish, Spanish charcuterie and mature cheeses.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Beautiful aged nose with caramel highlights, with heady walnutty hues,’ said Sarah Riddle of Sketch, with Giancarlo Cuccuru of The Gilbert Scott adding: ‘Rich and complex, older style showing notes of baked almonds and some spice, with a long, warm finish.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSommelier Wine Awards 2015, Judges Comments\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Kicking off a hat-trick of medals is this tangy fino. With toasty bread aromas, nuts and spices, there is a lemon and mineral freshness to the rich palate\" \"Confit lemon and great texture, smoky and very savoury\"I\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSommelier Wine Awards 2014, Judges Comments\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Thanks to extended ageing in oak, this powerful fino is darker in hue than expected. There are signs of oxidation on the pungent, salty nose, while the intense palate has layers of flavours, with fantastic body and smoky roasted almond notes. 95 points.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter magazine, May 2014\u003c\/strong\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\" ...eight years of average age when bottled; it’s fragrant and perfumed, feminine and subtle, with dry flowers and a rare balance between old and young. The palate shows a much more serious wine, pungent, intense, saline, sharp and at the same time delicate, complex and long, most probably because it’s fortified to 17% at the time of bottling, something that was common in the past, but that almost nobody does anymore. A most unusual old-style Fino. Bravo! 93 points.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuis Gutierrez, The Wine Advocate #208, 29th August 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e \" ...amber-colored and has a subtle nose of tobacco, some iodine, pollen, beeswax and hazelnuts. The medium- to full-bodied palate shows lots of concentration and acidity, with a very intense finish. 92 points.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Luis Gutierrez, The Wine Advocate #208, 29th August 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"DWWA Trophy winner 2012 - a reminder of how bold and pungent fino can be. Angelica, bay, baked apple aromas; dry, spicy, roasted, black pepper and black olive palate. Superb. 95\/100.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSarah Jane Evans MW, Decanter, December 2012\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Reassuringly dry with a lovely crisp bite and a savoury, wood smoke character. Green walnuts, kumquats, green olives and lemon curd with a hint of mint, lip-smacking mineral freshness and a peaty umami finish.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter magazine, October 2012 \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"No stranger to the SWA podium, Fernando de Castilla have presented us with an incredible three Golds this year, including this distinctive fino. Practically a meal in itself, it's golden bright in colour, with a 'strong aromatic profile' and a rich, savoury, almost creamy mouthfeel. 'Beautiful nose - salty with apricots, orange peel and soft nutty notes,' said Angus Macnab, continuing: 'lovely saltiness on the palate, with gentle toasted nuts and spice'.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSommelier Wine Awards 2012 NV \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Rey Fernando de Castilla, Antique Fino Sherry 17.5 Drink 2008 These 50cl bottles from Norwegian Jan Pettersen’s inspiring bodega have rather fetching labels designed in Britain – much more internationally appealing than most sherry labels. Very intense and nutty – appley too. Quite long... Just two butts-worth, filling 1,000 bottles, are made every year.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ewww.jancisrobinson.com June 2008\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"NV \/ 50cl","offer_id":9362596855852,"sku":"BOU-ECF022","price":29.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/8412\/5228\/products\/antique_fino_3_4081d351-cf6d-4f8a-a461-f23be24ad483.jpg?v=1553173895"},{"product_id":"antique-oloroso-fernando-de-castilla","title":"Antique Oloroso, Fernando de Castilla","description":"Very pure and classic attributes, fine polished and beautifully crafted. Quite earthy and masculine. Very dry and aromatic with walnut, spices and orange peel notes.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOne of the most exceptional of the small, independent sherry houses, Fernando de Castilla was revitalised in 1999 by Jan Pettersen - a Norwegian with a passion for top quality sherry, and 15 years experience at Osborne. After taking over the cellars of the Sherry shipper Jose Bustamante, located next door to the main facilities of Fernando de Castilla, Jan quickly established Fernando de Castilla as masters of the production and ageing of fine, unblended, untreated Sherries. The bodega's reputation is based on the excellence of the Antique range of intensely pure and complex single solera Sherries whose award winning packaging makes them even more impressive. The Antique Palo Cortado was awarded 'Best Dry Fortified Trophy' at the 2011 New Wave Spanish Wine Awards, whilst the Antique Amontillado scooped the trophy for ‘Dry Fortified over £10’ at the 2011 Decanter World Wine Awards.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGrapes are sourced from Fernando de Castilla's partners vineyards in the Jerez district. The soil type is Albariza. Picking takes place in early September.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOloroso typically comes from the second pressing of the grapes or the coarser wines. This wine does not spend any of its life under flor and is fortified in the February after harvest to 18% abv. This is then added to the first Criadera of the Oloroso Solera. The Antique Oloroso is bottled without blending, cold stabilization or filtration of any kind in order to preserve the subtlety, purity and distinctive aromas. On average this wine is 20 years old.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPerfect with hard cheeses or cold meats. Complements a good cigar.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Beautiful aged nose with caramel highlights, with heady walnutty hues,’ said Sarah Riddle of Sketch, with Giancarlo Cuccuru of The Gilbert Scott adding: ‘Rich and complex, older style showing notes of baked almonds and some spice, with a long, warm finish.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSommelier Wine Awards 2015, Judges Comments\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Tangy and complex, with notes of coffee, toffee, tobacco, bitter caramel, orange peel, walnuts, hazelnuts\" \"bags of character, this is well balanced with a lingering finish\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSommelier Wine Awards 2014, Judges Comments\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\" ...open and expressive in the nose, with a predominant note of hazelnuts and varnished wood, a sweet touch of spices, brandy filled chocolates and orange rind. The perfectly balanced palate shows intense, clean, pure flavors and great length. 95 points.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Luis Gutierrez, The Wine Advocate #208, 29th August 2013 \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Sweet caramel aromas. Elegantly fresh, fine and stylish. Great length.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e International Wine Challenge 2012 \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e \"A wonderfully aromatic, bone-dry sherry with coffee, caramel and dates on the nose. 'Very complete and multi-layered,' said Angus Macnab. 'Really clean, with a lovely throat grip, very fine flor character and elegance,' said Angela Reddin.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Sommelier Wine Awards 2011, Judges Comments \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"If anything exemplifies why sherry deserves the renaissance some say it is currently experiencing, this is it. Master of flor management, Fernando de Castilla has done it again, producing the bottle every judge wants to squirrel away, with its enchanting nose, exceptionally complex yet complete mix of coffee, nuts and dried fruit, and delightfully dry finish.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Sommelier Wine Awards 2011, Judges Comments \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Mellow, yet developed, with aromas of toffee and grilled hazelnuts. Intense and rich, with fabulous concentration of sous-bois and truffle, yet still fresh with great balance and an evolving finish. Fabulous with cheese, savoury soup or pata negra.\" \"....there were bright jewels everywhere you looked here....to the sheer magnificence of the Fernando de Castilla sherries.\" \"The wine that started the whole Critics' Choice phenomenon does it again this year. This is simply spectacularly good oloroso sherry that ought to be a must-stock for any decent wine list. Rich, intense, flavoursome, complex and beautifully balanced, with flavours of sous-bois, truffle, toffee and hazelnuts. An absolute star.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSommelier Wine Awards 2009, Judges Comments \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"amber\/orange with aromas and flavours of dry orange marmalade. It has exceptional length. 93 points.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate Issue 178, 29th February 2008 \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Ex-Osborne Export Director Jan Pettersen's renovated bodega produces premium sherry in the old style, from individual soleras, bottled without blending, cold stabilisation or filtering of any kind. Suitable for vegetarians. Pale orange colour. Nutty nose yet very light and appetizing. Lots of rancio. Really interesting wine -a light, tangy Oloroso. Go for it! And serve with consommé or cheese. 16.5. Drink 2008 - 11.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson, October 2008 \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Spectacularly good dry oloroso sherry that genuinely takes the breath away. This ought to be a must-stock on any serious wine list and should be handsold to anyone who claims the dont like sherry. Utterly, utterly brilliant.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSommelier Wine Awards 2008, Judges Comments\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"NV \/ 50cl","offer_id":9362596921388,"sku":"BOU-ECF019","price":41.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/8412\/5228\/products\/antique_oloroso_3_e4deab98-306a-4554-9816-1dcd450b7e76.jpg?v=1553175433"},{"product_id":"antique-palo-cortado-fernando-de-castilla","title":"Antique Palo Cortado, Fernando de Castilla","description":"A fine rare wine, which combines the pure tangy nuttiness of Amontillado with the smooth smoky richness of Oloroso in an elegant complex style.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOne of the most exceptional of the small, independent sherry houses, Fernando de Castilla was revitalised in 1999 by Jan Pettersen - a Norwegian with a passion for top quality sherry, and 15 years experience at Osborne. After taking over the cellars of the Sherry shipper Jose Bustamante, located next door to the main facilities of Fernando de Castilla, Jan quickly established Fernando de Castilla as masters of the production and ageing of fine, unblended, untreated Sherries. The bodega's reputation is based on the excellence of the Antique range of intensely pure and complex single solera Sherries whose award winning packaging makes them even more impressive. The Antique Palo Cortado was awarded 'Best Dry Fortified Trophy' at the 2011 New Wave Spanish Wine Awards, whilst the Antique Amontillado scooped the trophy for ‘Dry Fortified over £10’ at the 2011 Decanter World Wine Awards.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGrapes are sourced from Fernando de Castilla's partners vineyards in the Jerez district. The soil type is Albariza. Picking takes place in early September.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPalo Cortado is a rare variety of sherry that is initially aged under flor to become a fino or amontillado, but inexplicably loses its veil of flor and begins aging oxidatively as an oloroso. The result is a wine with some of the richness of oloroso and some of the crispness of amontillado. Only about 1-2% of the grapes pressed for sherry naturally develop into palo cortado. The name means 'cut stick,' in reference to the mark made on the cask when this style of wine is recognized. Since the wine was originally destined to be a fino or amontillado, it will initially have had a single stroke marked on the cask. When the cellar master realises that the wine is becoming a palo cortado, he draws a cross (or cut) through the initial stroke (or stick), resulting in a crossed stroke or 'cut stick' (\/). At this time the wine will be fortified to about 20% abv, to prevent spoilage from contact with the air and ageing continued separately from its original solera. This sherry is on average 20 years old.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis Palo Cortado is the perfect companion to cured hard cheeses such as Manchego or Parmesan.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"This 30-year-old ginger and caramelised nut-flavoured palo cortado gives plenty of bang for its buck. Zippy-fresh to start, it softens into mellow toffee beautifully.\" Jane Parkinson, Restaurant magazine, October 2015 \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"What to choose from this bodega? Each of its Antique wines has won trophies at DWWA. I'll choose the palo cortado for its stunning elegance; despite its 30+ years, it shows fine balance.\" Sarah Jane Evans MW, Expert's Choice, Decanter magazine, November 2014 \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Gloriously seductive on the nose, stunning on the palate with amazing length. Fifty Shades of Grey in Spain,' said a happy Kate Hawkings of Bell's Diner. ‘Pale orange\/copper colour, with a glorious nose, the essence of sherry,’ began team leader Sarah Jane Evans MW, continuing: ‘Delicately nutty and oxidised, with brisk, tight grip, dry with orangey highlights. Very exciting.’ ‘Full, generous nose, fresh, complex, clean, long and vibrant on the palate, agreed Andrea Fasan of La Petite Maison\" Sommelier Wine Awards 2015, Judges Comments \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Honeyed quince, spicy wood and creamy aromas and a tangy palate backed by rich fruit.\" Judges comments, DWWA 2013 \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"A dry piercing style, with a lovely orange blossom note that gives way quickly to sea salt, dried orange peel, walnut, bitter almond and cardamom accents. This offers a bright brisk finish. Drink now. 92 Points.\" James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, October 2013\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\" ... has a clean, changing, lifted nose of white chocolate, orange marmalade, almonds and incense, while the balanced palate comes through quite intense, sharp, with good acidity and length. 93 points.\" Luis Gutierrez, The Wine Advocate #208, 29th August 2013 \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\" 'An excellent example and a good match for seafood,' said Jenny Mackenzie of The Plough Inn, noting the sherry's 'elegant style, with its hints of polish, nutty complexity and tangy edge'. 'Taut, grippy and balanced, this is lovely, fragrant and supple,' said team leader Simon Woods.\" Sommelier Wine Awards 2013, Judges Comments \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Elegant, lifted aromas of aged flor and raisin, opening onto a palate of harmony, spice and layered balance. A truly haunting and bewitching wine\"; \"Another year, another International Trophy for Fernando de Castilla. What a reputation this bodega is forging for itself. Last year it was its Amontillado that wowed our judges; this time around, the Palo Cortado has repeated the trick with aplomb.\" Judges Comments, Decanter World Wine Awards 2010 \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Roasted hazelnuts mix nicely with buttery vanilla notes and butterscotch. A superbly harmonious blend of caramel, salt and acidity on an intense palate. 'Spicy, nutty, rich and warm' said Gearoid Devaney.\" \"Fernando de Castilla ....has been stunning tasters at this event for the past three years, and its haul of three Golds was testament to the brilliance of its portfolio\" Sommelier Wine Awards 2010, Judges comments \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Attractive spicebox and slivered almond nuances. 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Impressions of nutmeg, roasted coffee and an intense nuttiness converge both in the bouquet and on the palate. The wine´s rich, intense, voluptuous, almost viscous texture culminate in a finish of incredible length.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMade entirely from the grapes grown on Taylor’s own properties, Taylor’s is one of the few remaining houses which still produces a 40 Year Old Aged Tawny Port.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTiny quantities of this wine are made. Decades of evaporation and ageing in wood have concentrated this wine almost to an essence, producing intense and complex nutty and spicy aromas and a dense and concentrated palate full of rich mellow flavour.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003ePale mahogany core with a tawny rim. The nose has a generous, nutty bouquet with semblances towards a Bual that ebb with time. Very fine definition, the nose opening up with time with a touch of antique furniture shop, honey, juniper berries, dried apricot and sloe. The palate has a peppery entry with touches of soy and Chinese 5-spice, expanding nicely across the mouth but maintaining focus. Its judicious oxidative elements impart potent walnut, smoke and red pepper flavours towards the mellow, understated, sumptuous finish. Wonderful. 95 points.\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeal Martin, erobertparker.com\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"MTZ","offers":[{"title":"N\/A \/ 75cl","offer_id":9362597314604,"sku":"MTZ-16561400000PF","price":184.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/8412\/5228\/products\/taylors_40_2_7a930b5f-d5da-4a5a-b432-212ace6611be.jpg?v=1553174705"},{"product_id":"ramos-pinto-10","title":"Ramos Pinto 10 Year Old Tawny","description":"Reddish tawny to the rim. The rich aroma has a ripe fruit tones with spicy vanilla notes. 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Lingering notes of tangy citrus (lemon drops). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When Hungarian-born Andrew Peller arrived in Canada in 1927, his dream was to persuade his new country to learn to love and appreciate fine wine as much as his fellow Europeans. After numerous setbacks and involvements in the brewing and newspaper industries – and with the financial help of his son Joe, by now a doctor – Peller Family Estates was finally born in 1969. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Pellers are Icewine pioneers, being among the first families to explore the possibilities of this unique Canadian style of wine. 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The floral scents which are the hallmark of Vargellas are present, the characteristic violet fragrances intertwining with delicate blossom and herbal notes. A wave of clean berry fruit flows through the palate from beginning to end. The tannins are firm but well integrated, providing plenty of grip and an attractive touch of austerity. A fine single quinta Vintage Port, with perfect balance and confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dormancy period between November and February was extremely dry, with only 78mm of rainfall recorded. The average for this period is much more in the order of 370 mm. Fortunately, March was wet with 75mm of rain which was very important for the growing season to start with some water. Bud burst occurred on the 20th March which is later than normal and Spring was dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen flowering started on the 19th May, we continued to register very low levels of water – 195mm to be exact from the previous November to the 31st May. 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