Bodegas César Florido 'Cruz del Mar' Amontillado Sherry, Jerez-Xérès-Sherry, Spain NV [375ML]
Pickup available at DECANT Napa - 2999 Solano, Napa, CA
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Bodegas César Florido, located in the coastal town of Chipiona in the Jerez region, is one of the oldest and most respected sherry producers. Founded in 1887, this family-run winery focuses on preserving traditional methods while producing top-quality wines.
- WINEMAKER: César Florido, 5th generation winemaker.
- FARMING: Traditional, practicing sustainable viticulture.
- VARIETY: 100% Palomino Fino.
- TERROIR: Coastal vineyards in Chipiona, benefiting from the Atlantic breeze and albariza soils, which contribute to the wines freshness and minerality.
- VINIFICATION: Aged in the solera system, this Amontillado starts as a Fino before the protective layer of flor fades, allowing oxidative aging.
- AGING: The wine undergoes both biological aging under flor and oxidative aging in oak barrels, developing a complex flavor profile over several years.
- TASTING NOTES: Nutty aromas with hints of almond and hazelnut, intertwined with dried fruits, sea salt, and a touch of caramel. It has a dry, complex palate with a long, savory finish.
Bodegas César Florido 'Cruz del Mar' Amontillado Sherry, Jerez-Xérès-Sherry, Spain NV [375ML]
Bodegas César Florido, located in the coastal town of Chipiona in the Jerez region, is one of the oldest and most respected sherry producers. Founded in 1887, this family-run winery focuses on preserving traditional methods while producing top-quality wines.
- WINEMAKER: César Florido, 5th generation winemaker.
- FARMING: Traditional, practicing sustainable viticulture.
- VARIETY: 100% Palomino Fino.
- TERROIR: Coastal vineyards in Chipiona, benefiting from the Atlantic breeze and albariza soils, which contribute to the wines freshness and minerality.
- VINIFICATION: Aged in the solera system, this Amontillado starts as a Fino before the protective layer of flor fades, allowing oxidative aging.
- AGING: The wine undergoes both biological aging under flor and oxidative aging in oak barrels, developing a complex flavor profile over several years.
- TASTING NOTES: Nutty aromas with hints of almond and hazelnut, intertwined with dried fruits, sea salt, and a touch of caramel. It has a dry, complex palate with a long, savory finish.