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Wine Sherry Àlvaro Domecq Cream Aranda Jerez

PLN 84.99

White Sweet Spain

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Wine Sherry Àlvaro Domecq Pedro Ximenez Jerez

PLN 77.99

White Sweet Spain

PLN 70.19

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Wine Sherry Àlvaro Domecq Oloroso Alburejo Jerez

PLN 89.99

White Dry Spain

PLN 80.99

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Wine Sherry Àlvaro Domecq La Jaca Manzanilla De Sanlucar De Barrameda

PLN 65.99

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What kind of flavor does sherry have?

The taste of sherry depends on its type, and each offers a different experience. Sherry wine is mainly produced in the Jerez region of Spain, where different types of sherry are created depending on the length of fermentation, maturation and additives that are used in the production process.

We can divide sherry into two main types: dry and sweet. Dry sherry, such as Fino or Manzanilla, is characterized by a fresh, slightly nutty flavor with hints of almonds, as well as a distinct aftertaste of sea salt, especially in the Manzanilla version.

In contrast, sweet sherry , such as Oloroso or Pedro Ximénez, offers a more intense flavor - full of fruity and caramel tones. Pedro Ximénez is an exceptionally sweet wine that is often compared to liquid raisins or dried fruit syrup. Oloroso has a fuller, richer character, with dominant notes of nuts, dried fruits and a touch of caramel.

Is sherry a wine?

Yes, sherry is wine, but it differs significantly from the traditional wines we know from other regions. Sherry is a fortified wine, this means that in the process of its production a wine distillate, or pure brandy, is added to it. As a result, the alcohol content of sherry is higher than in typical wines, giving it a unique character.

Sherry is made by fermenting white grapes, mainly of the Palomino variety, and then aged in a system called solera. This is an aging method in which young wines are gradually blended with older vintages, giving the liquor a unique flavor and aroma.

Sherry wines can be aged in two ways: biologically - under a layer of yeast, resulting in light, dry wines, and oxidatively - without oxygen protection, resulting in more intense and heavier wines.

How does one drink sherry?

How to serve and drink sherry depends on its type. Dry wines, are best served chilled to about 7-10°C. These light wines are ideal as a starter before a meal, and pair well with light appetizers such as seafood, cheese or olives. It is important to serve them in smaller glasses, similar to those for dessert wine, to fully appreciate their aroma.

Sweet sherry, is best served at room temperature, around 14-16°C. These rich and intense wines taste great on their own, but they also go well with desserts, especially chocolate, ice cream and even blue cheese. For a better effect, they can also be served with an ice cube to soften their intensity a bit.

An important part of tasting sherry is also the glass - ideally it should be small, with a tapered rim to focus the aromas and better sense them. Note that sherry should not be stored too long after opening, especially dry versions - they lose their flavor within a few days.

What is the difference between sherry and the most famous wine of this type?

Both sherry and port (as it is referred to) are fortified wines, but they differ in many ways. The main difference lies in the region of origin - sherry comes from Spain, from the Jerez area, while port is produced in Portugal, mainly in the Douro Valley.

In terms of production, Portuguese fortified wine is most often made from red grapes, while sherry is usually made from white grapes. They are fortified at an earlier stage of fermentation, which means they retain more of the natural sweetness from the fruit, unlike sherry, which ferments longer and is only fortified at a later stage.

They also differ in flavor style. Port tends to be sweeter and fruitier, with distinct notes of berries, plums or raisins. Sherry, as mentioned earlier, can be dry or sweet, and has a more nutty and complex flavor.