Barbadillo Oloroso Criadera Selection NV

100% Palomino Fina

Founded in 1821, Barbadillo is without question Sanlucar de Barrameda’s most iconic producer of Sherry.  Due to the slow oxidation during the long aging process, this wine has a full, round, spicy, character that harmonizes perfectly.  La Compañía is named after the Jesuit convent built on this site in 1630. The aging cellar stands within the ‘new’ church completed in 1717, just 50 years before Carlos III expelled the Jesuits from all Spanish territories. Barbadillo purchased the church at public auction in 1942 and has used it for oxidative aging since then.

Deep mahogany in color this Oloroso is ‘En Rama’ (unfiltered) with a full nutty aroma and hints of spices and caramel. Smooth deep flavor with a long warm walnut finish.

91- James Suckling