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Williams & Humbert Sherries
Dry Sack Medium
Description
Intense aromas of dried nuts.
CountrySpain
RegionJerez
AppellationJerez
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  • 91 Points
    Ultimate Spirits Challenge
    Great Value
BackgroundFor over 130 years, Bodegas Williams & Humbert have been producing the finest sherries and brandies; as well as a diverse portfolio of spirits, utilizing one of the most traditional methods of ageing, the solera method. Founded in 1877 by Sir Alexander Williams and Arthur Humbert, Bodega Williams & Humbert has been considered to be one of the worlds most prestigious wine producers in the world.

 

Located in the heart of Jerez de la Frontera, Bodega Williams & Humbert has more than 1,200 acres of vineyards, and the largest wine cellar in Europe. The family owned and operated Bodega has produced a great variety of high quality sherries, while maintaining the traditional methods of solera aging. Solera is a method of producing wines, where small amounts of younger wines are systematically blended with the more mature wines over a period of time.

VinificationA distinctive blend of Palomino and Pedro Ximenez grapes. Aged in oak casks for 6 years in the traditional Solera method.
ColorAmber
NoseIntense aromas of dried nuts.
PalateFull-bodied and balanced. Lightly sweet, not too dry nor too sweet.
AnalysisAlcohol: 19.5 %RS: 28 g/l
Serving SuggestionsNeat, on the rock, in classic and contemporary cocktails