Gran Duque de Alba XO

Fine brandy is undergoing an exciting renaissance here in the United States, popping up with increasing frequency on top restaurant spirits lists and starring in some of the most inventive cocktails the mixology world can shake together. This means now is the perfect time to discover one of the most prestigious brandy producers of all, Bodegas Williams & Humbert, and their iconic, solera-aged Brandy de Jerez, Gran Duque de Alba. Founded in 1877 by brothers-in-law Sir Andrew Williams and Arthur Humbert, this historic bodega is located in Jerez de la Frontera, the heart of Sherry country, with vineyards spanning more than 486 hectares / 1,200 acres.

Gran Duque de Alba XO is an ultra-premium Brandy de Jerez. It is similar to Gran Duque de Alba Solera Gran Reserva, but aged for an average of 18 years.

Old mahogany with highlights of ebony. Intense nose with notes of vanilla, raisin, and plum. Lavishly complex with a velvety, long finish.