Manzanilla de Sanlúcar de Barrameda

La Guita Manzanilla

Sorry for the shoddy label on this one, there is a bit of string that goes under the label for some reason.  Anyway, this is a very popular manzanilla in Spain, either that or the people who market it are very good, as it has been in the mini bar of just about every hotel I have stayed at in Spain.  Kind of like the Gideon bible, but drinkable.

To be honest, I'm not a big fan of this wine, but I can appreciate the style.  Perhaps it is a bit old whenever I drink it, but I wouldn't know as the bottling date is not stamped on the back (La Goya has it).

Very pale straw in colour, the nose has candle wax, a kind of citrus wiff and what can only be described as a flor character.  In the mouth it is quite fresh, if a little sharp, but nice and tangy. Almonds, candle wax and lemon make up the bulk of the flavours on the palate. It has a nice long finish that leaves you with a tart, grape tang.  Very good and at $10 for a stubbie, its well worth putting in your lunch box for some midday tapas in the park.  87 Pts.

Source: Retail Cost: $10 (375 ml)  Closure: Screwcap

Web: www.laguita.com