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Bottle Details
Fino sherry is a light and dry style typically made from the white grape variety Palomino, "biologically" aged under a crust of yeast for a distinctively tangy taste.
San Francisco Javier 'Viña Corrales' Pago Balbaína NV Fino Sherry 6x75cl
A Fino sherry made from 100% Palomino grapes and of around 8-9 years of age, bottled in 2021 and presented in an atypical Burgundy bottle.
Fino sherry is a very crisp and dry style, \"biologically\" aged under a crust of yeast for a distinctively tangy taste.
Bodegas San Francisco Javier is the joint venture from legendary winemaker Peter Sissec of Pingus fame and Carlos del Rio González-Gordon of the renowned González Byass family.
This wine is sold in-bond. Please read our In-Bond Wine Buying Guide prior to bidding.
Palomino
Palomino is a white grape grown mainly in Spain, best known for its role in sherry production in Jerez. It typically exhibits a neutral flavour profile with high acidity, making it ideal for oxidative aging and creating distinctive fortified wines.
Spain
Spain is one of the largest wine-producing countries in the world and is known for its rich and flavourful red wines, particularly those from the Rioja region.
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