Sherry Style

Fortified Medium bodied

Sherry wines: Fino, Manzanilla, Amontillado, Oloroso, and Pedro Ximénez.

Serving Guide

Temperature: 7–14°C
Glass Type: copita
Aging Potential: 10+ Years

Typical Grape Varieties

Regions for This Style

Porto 595 wines Douro 109 wines Jerez-Xérès-Sherry 56 wines Madeira 47 wines Oloroso Sherry 28 wines Manzanilla 16 wines Andalucía 16 wines Marsala 12 wines

Food Pairings

Yakissoba ●●●●● Cold Cuts ●●●●● Barbecue ●●●●● Snacks & Appetizers ●●●●● Ham ●●●●● Tomato Dishes ●●●●● Sushi ●●●●● Sweet Dessert ●●●●●

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About This Style

From Jerez, Spain, Sherry spans an extraordinary range from bone-dry Fino and Manzanilla to lusciously sweet Pedro Ximénez. The solera aging system and flor yeast create unique flavors of almonds, sea salt, and oxidative complexity.

At a Glance

Wines: 2
Wine Type: Fortified
Body: Medium