Montilla-Moriles

Alvear’s Fino NV

So here is the second fino from Alvear.  The photo is of the back label, its far more interesting than the front, and it has a nice little map.  This wine has a lot in common with the Fino en Rama, but more aged characters like almonds and dry wood with this bottling.

The usual pale straw colour in the glass, the nose starts of strong with sweet honey, almonds and apple with a twist of orange, old wood notes and a little salt.  The palate is very dry, a complete 180 turn from the off-dry nose and shows tangy, zingy apple cider with roasted almonds.  Light and refreshing.    88 Pts. 

Source:  Toro/Woods Wines Price: Around $25 Closure: Conventional Cork

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