Dry Sherry (Spain)
Sherry is a fortified white wine made in Andalusia, Southern Spain.
Serving Temperature Dry Sherry
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4-9°C (40-46°F) Fino 4-9°C (40-46°F) Manzanilla 12°C (53°F) Amontillado 14°C (57°F) Palo Cortado 12-16°C (53-61°F) Oloroso |
Sherry Dry Styles
Dry Sherry comes in 5 styles:
| Style | Grape | Color |
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| Fino | Palomino | |
| Manzanilla | Palomino | |
| Amontillado | Palomino | |
| Palo Cortado | Palomino | |
| Oloroso | Palomino |
Dry Sherry Flavors
 Lemon Zest |
 Citrus |
 Floral |
 Dried Fruit |
 Dried Figs |
 Raisins |
 Almond |
 Nuts |
 Honey |
 Aromatic Herbs |
 Seashell |
 Sea Salt |
 Tobacco |
 Cinnamon |
 Coconut |
 Vanilla |
Typical flavors of Dry Sherry wines are: Dry Fruit. Citrus. Floral. Chamomile. Honey. Herbs. Pine. Sea Water. Seashells. Coconut and Oak added Scents.
Food Pairing Fino Sherry
 Aperitif |
 Tapas |
 Seafood |
 Light Cheese |
Sherry Fino is surprisinly dry and low in acetic acid: perfect as aperitif and with vinagrette (Salads. Marinades. Gazpacho. Ajo Blanco.)
Sherry Fino pairs well with fresh starters:
Olives. Almonds. Peanuts. Tapas. Shellfish. Sushi. Clams. Dim Sum. Young Fresh Cheese. Jamon Serrano.
Food Pairing Manzanilla Sherry
Aperitif |
Tapas |
Seafood |
Light Cheese |
Sherry Manzanilla is similar to Fino: dry and low in acetic acid, perfect as aperitif and with vinagrette (Salads. Marinades. Gazpacho. Ajo Blanco.)
Sherry Manzanilla pairs well with fresh starters:
Olives. Almonds. Peanuts. Tapas. Shellfish. Sushi. Ceviche. Guacamole. Clams. Dim Sum. Tempura. Young Fresh Cheese. Jamon Serrano.
Food Pairing Amontillado Sherry
 Seafood |
 Iberico Ham |
 Fowl |
 Medium Cheese |
Sherry Amontillado is a good match to Seafood. Iberico Ham. Chorizo. Paté. Manchego Cheese. Smocked Meat. Jerusalem Artichokes. Braised Rabbit and Chicken.
Food Pairing Palo Cortado Sherry
 Pâté |
 Fowl |
 Milk Chocolate |
Medium Cheese |
Sherry Palo Cortado is a good match to Paté. Duck Liver. Fowl. Curries. Spicy Asian Food. Chocolate and Medium Aged Cheeses.
Food Pairing Oloroso Sherry
Fowl |
 Pork |
 Game |
Mature Cheese |
Sherry Oloroso is a good match with Foie Gras. Roast Fowl and Game. Pigeon. Rabbit. Iberico Ham. Mushroom Risotto. Smocked Meat. Bresaola. Lamb. Beef. Mature Gouda. Comté. Gruyère. Manchego.
About Sherry
Sherry is a fortified white wine from the region of Jerez in Andalusia, Southern Spain: one of the most southerly winegrowing regions in Europe (latitude 36º North).
Jerez de la Frontera, Sanlucar de Barrameda and El Puerto de Santa Maria mark the three corners of the famous "Sherry Triangle".
The sea breeze, the proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, the hot and dry climate, the 3 soils (Albariza, Barros, Arenas), the typical grapes (Palomino, Pedro Ximénez, Moscatel) and biological aging are the secrets to make Sherry.
Albariza soil covers 90% of the Jerez Sherry vineyards.
In spite of the hot and dry climate, in the DO Sherry it is not permitted irrigation.
The special chalky soil stores the winter rainfall and distributes the moisture to the vines during the dry season. Also the sea winds bring moist to the vines.
Wine Region Andalucia
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There are 7 DO wine regions in Andalucia:
- D.O.P. Jerez-Xérès-Sherry (1932)
- D.O.P. Málaga (1932)
- D.O.P. Montilla-Moriles (1932)
- D.O.P. Condado de Huelva (1962)
- D.O.P. Manzanilla-Sanlúcar (1964)
- D.O.P. Sierras de Málaga (2001)
- D.O.P. Granada (2018)
The Sherry Triangle
The 3 corners of the famous Sherry Triangle:
- Jerez de la Frontera
- Sanlúcar de Barrameda
- El Puerto de Santa Maria
Jerez de la Frontera is a city and municipality in the province of Cádiz in Andalusia in Spain. It is famous for its fortified Sherry wines.
The Sherry Triangle (Jerez-Xérès-Sherry) in the province of Cádiz, is renowned for producing Sherry, a fortified wine made primarily from Palomino, Pedro Ximénez, and Moscatel grapes.
Sherry is produced using a unique aging process known as the solera system, which involves fractional blending of wines from different vintages.
The region's chalky albariza soils, warm climate, and coastal influences contribute to the distinctive flavors and styles of Sherry, including Fino, Amontillado, Oloroso, and Pedro Ximénez.
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Climate
Jerez has specific climatic conditions. The winters are mild and the summers very hot and sunny (temperatures often hit 40º C).
In spite of the hot climate, the amount of rain Jerez receives is high. With 650 mm per year, it can compete with England.
Soil
Albariza soil covers 90% of the Jerez Sherry vineyards. This chalky soil stores the winter rain and distributes the moisture to the vines in the dry season.
Winds
From the Atlantic, the Poniente brings humidity and a cooling effect. The Levante from the Spanish inland, brings hot air and drier conditions. The two winds meet in Jerez and contribute to the peculiar environmental conditions that allow the unique biological ageing of Sherry wines.
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