Fortified
Jerez-Xérès-Sherry
Valdespino · Sherry, Spain
92
Aggregate Score
Based on 3 critic scores, normalized and weighted by source credibility.
Critic Scores
James Suckling93
Jancis Robinson19/20
Robert Parker89
Tasting Notes
Intense and complex with dark fruit, spice, and nuts. Sweet with firm structure and great length.
Our Review
A fortified wine that honors centuries of tradition while delivering genuine complexity and pleasure. The balance of sweetness, acidity, and alcohol is impeccable, creating a wine that rewards contemplation and pairs beautifully with cheese, chocolate, or quiet reflection.
Food Pairings
Aged cheesesDried fruitsAfter dinner
Serving Temperature
14-18°C
Aging Potential
10-30 years
Pros
- +Good quality for the price
- +Well-crafted and balanced
- +Food-friendly
Cons
- -Could benefit from more aging
- -Limited distribution
Frequently Asked Questions
Key Facts
- Producer
- Valdespino
- Region
- Sherry
- Sub-Region
- Jerez
- Country
- Spain
- Grape
- Palomino Fino
- Appellation
- Jerez-Xérès-Sherry DO
- Type
- Fortified
- Alcohol
- 13%
- Price
- $107
- Price Range
- Luxury
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