Harveys Amontillado Sherry, 75 cl

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Very salty, which is amplified by a high acidity, with more citrus peels, hazelnuts and roasted almonds. While I’m not convinced she was an avid sherry drinker, Harveys is the only Spanish food brand to get a Royal Warrant from the late Queen. Some of the data that are collected include the number of visitors, their source, and the pages they visit anonymously.

Please do not attempt to enter this web site if you are not above the legal age of drinking alcohol in your country of residence. Now exposed to air, the pale Fino then oxidizes into a nutty, richer, amber coloured sherry as it is further aged in cask. Nose: a very nutty umami nose, with dried mushrooms and roasted hazelnuts, mixed with burnt orange peels and green walnuts.Amontillado is a rich amber colour, medium bodied and either dry or slightly sweet, depending on the style of the producer. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. This is rather on the oxidative side of the spectrum, but we still find echoes of a coastal Fino profile underneath. It is easy to draw parallels to Gonzalez Byass’ VORS range, which also contains lightly sweetened Oloroso and Palo Cortado but an Amontillado that is totally dry.

Whilst we endeavour the ensure the continued accuracy of all product, pricing and nutritional data at all times, we do not accept liability for any inaccuracies or incorrect information contained on this site. To create Amontillado, a mature Fino is allowed to lose its flor, either by not replenishing or by a secondary fortification. The General Wine Company is a family-owned and operated wine merchant in Liphook, Hampshire, England. If there is any doubt in your mind about the accuracy of the data contained on this page, please ensure you check the product packaging before serving and contact us immediately.

There's an oxidative side from the long ageing, but overall it is quite a powerhouse, showing a piercing salinity and acidity. This cookie is set by Rubicon Project to control synchronization of user identification and exchange of user data between various ad services. The General Wine Company sources wines from all over the world, but with a particular focus on small, independent producers. However the real reason for featuring this sherry now, is the death of Queen Elizabeth II of course.