Gran Barquero Amontillado

75cl

This sherry is made exclusively with 100% Pedro Ximenez grapes which are vinified and initially aged under flor (yeast) for around 10 years before being aged oxidatively for further 15 years. Aromatic and intense with complex aromas and flavours  of roasted almonds, green apple, and a saline finish. Perfect food wine especially paired with gazpacho soup, fried fish, blue cheese, or salted almonds. 

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Gran Barquero Amontillado

This sherry is made exclusively with 100% Pedro Ximenez grapes which are vinified and initially aged under flor (yeast) for around 10 years before being aged oxidatively for further 15 years. Aromatic and intense with complex aromas and flavours  of roasted almonds, green apple, and a saline finish. Perfect food wine especially paired with gazpacho soup, fried fish, blue cheese, or salted almonds. 

Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green
Nose Intense aromas of roasted almonds, green apple, lemon zest, spices and toffee
Palate Elegant with good acidity, powerful on the palate with notes of roasted nuts and spices, hints of wood. Long, savoury finish.
Fact Sheet
Fluid 75cl
Grape Variety Pedro Ximenez
Alcohol % 19%
Country Spain
Region/AOC Andalucia
Closure Cork
Cellaring/Ageing Potential Drink now
Producer Perez Barquero
Awards and/or Press Quotes
Awards and/or Press Quotes 92 Points- Penin Guide Honorable Mention - Alimexpo 87 Bronze Medal - Vinexpo 91 Silver Bacchus - Bacchus 2000 Gold- Zarcillo 2005 Best generous - wine guide gourmets Award 2006 Bronze-chanllenge international du vin 2006 Table of honor gourmet wine guide 2006 and 2007