Montilla-Moriles

Alvear C.B. Fino NV

I've got a couple of finos to have a look at, both from Alvear in Montilla-Moriles.  This one is slightly cheaper, but they are both good value.  Once upon a time, sherry was the king of drinks (it might still be!) and people were trying to make the stuff all over the place.  These days it is really only Jerez and sournds and Montilla-Moriles.

Pale straw in colour with an odd, estery nose to start with.  This cleaned up nicely in a minute or so to show almond, honey banana, oatmeal, and smoke.  Classic fino palate in the mouth with tangy acid and a bit of mineral and white pepper.  A good budget fino.  86 Pts.

Source:  Toro/Woods Wines Price: Around $20 Closure: Conventional Cork

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