NV 1955 Amontillado Solera Cincuentenario (Saca 1/2022)

The solera for this Amontillado was created in 1955, with the wine averaging between 40 and 50 years in age. It is made with pure Pedro Ximénez, sourced from higher-altitude vineyards in Sierra de Montilla and Moriles Alto. The nose here is intense – its time under flor shining through with vibrant, fresh, bready notes, alongside dried fruit and nuts. It’s approachable and elegant, yet has all the intensity that its sibling Palo Cortado and Oloroso offer – with an intense savoury core. Sourdough starter combines with candied peel, sultanas and caramel aromas, leading onto the sleek palate that drives on to a salty, umami-filled finish. 21.5% alcohol and less than 5g/l residual sugar. Only 250 bottles were produced of this release, drawn from the solera in 2022.