Price: $60 for 750ml

Distilled/Owned by: Gonzalez Byass

Region: Jerez, Spain

40% ABV

Grapes: 100% Palomino Fino

Aged For: NAS Solera, Distiller claims 15 years

Cask Type: Ex-sherry and PX sherry

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Color: Treacle

Drank: Neat, in a glencairn

Nose: Dark bitter chocolate, dusty wood, tea leaves, lavender, and dry wine

Mouthfeel: Light bodied, slightly syrupy

Palate/Taste: PX sherry, raisins, plum, fig, dried fruit, and dark chocolate

Finish: Light warmth and almost medium length, Grapes, sherry, citrus, raisins, caramel, and coffee

Thoughts: I was hesitant at the nose, but the drink became better through the palate and finish. This is very sweet and fruity, but I wonder if there are additives or sugar used.

Score: 80 out of 100