Want to explore the grand category of fortified wines? This collection is ideal for folks who want to taste and compare this diverse category of wine. Simply put: a fortified wine is one that has had distilled alcohol added to it (in addition to the naturally occuring alcohol following fermentation). Typically this was a means to aid stability and longevity. But the amount of added alcohol (typically an unaged brandy) and when it is added has an incredible effect on the resulting wine's style and taste profile.
This collection contains 6 bottles we feel adequetaly introduce and guide you through these many styles, including:
Key styles of Sherry
A typical Vins Doux Naturel
Key styles of Port
Classic Madeira
El Maestro Sierra - Oloroso 15 year Dry Sherry (375ml)
La Cigarrera - Manzanilla de Sanlúcar de Barrameda (375ml)
375ml bottle
Bodegas La Cigarrera is located in the heart of Sanlúcar de Barrameda. La Cigarrera began life as an almacenista operation in 1758, owned by Joseph Colóm Darbó. Together with his son, he managed... Read More
Clear, amber colour with tinges of gold; a bouquet of dried fruit, vanilla, wood and toffee with a smooth, medium-sweet finish and an excellent balance between the fruit and acidity.
