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Thursday, 28 February 2013

Lustau Solera Reserva Dry Amontillado "Los Arcos" NV


Sherry is Sexy. A learning exercise for me here: basically Amontillado is a Fino Sherry whereby the yeast the wine is fermented under - flor - dies off and the wine is exposed to oxygen.

Resultant wine, in this case, shows a nutty complexity with hints of candied citrus. The palate is somewhat at odds with this aromatic profile. Lighter and drier than I was certainly expecting. Shows a touch spirity towards the finish, provides a second wind and finishes long and nutty. 89 - Good

Tasted on: Sunday 24th February, a Leaf Day
Source:Retail, Stewart's Wine Co
Price: $?
Alcohol: 18.5%
Closure: Cork
Website: http://www.lustau.es

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