TASTING NOTES
Appearance: Dark brown/amber
Nose: Figs, toffee, caramel syrup
Palate: Molasses, coffee
Character: Dense, super sweet, intense, rich
Texture: Unctuously thick
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Style: Vino Generoso (Sherry-style)
Varietal: Pedro Ximénez
Alcohol: 16%
Type: Non-vintage solera (containing 1927 material)
RATINGS
98 Points - Wine Advocate
Drinking Window: Now through 2050+
PRODUCER
Winery: Alvear
Founded: 1729
Heritage:
- Spain's oldest family-owned winery
- Oldest winery in Andalucía
- Founded by Diego de Alvear y Escalera
- Family roots date to 16th century Burgos
FOOD PAIRING
Ideal with:
- Blue cheese
- Fresh fruit
- Desserts
SERVING
Style: Post-meal contemplative wine
Service: Slow sipping recommended
*A historic dessert wine from Spain's oldest family winery, showcasing nearly a century of solera aging for extraordinary complexity and concentration.*