El Maestro Sierra Pedro Ximenez NV (375 ml) Beaujolais Beaujolais Gamay

El Maestro Sierra Pedro Ximenez NV (375 ml) Beaujolais Beaujolais GamayThis darkly hued, sweet, oxidized sherry displays fragrances of Valencia orange peel and English toffee. Flavors of roasted figs intermix with a supple and rich finish. This Pedro Ximenez is aged for 15 years in the solera system. Critical AcclaimW&S92Wine & SpiritsThis wine projects its sweet depths of almond flavor through a long finish, leaving a trail of nuttiness and soft acidity that shines in the midst of its maturity. Its delicious on its own,

but it will certainly last and improve well into its third decade

The Merlot harvest is carried out after the grapes have dried

4% malbec and 1% cabernet franc

A concentrated middle palate with long after-taste of blackberries and undertones of spice

black licorice and sarsaparilla to its holiday spice undercurrents of cardamom and cinnamon

cured meats

is a cross between Riesling and Madeleine Royal

Enjoyable and confident and overall one of the Fronsacs that is tasting great

Lifted ripe plums with hints of Christmas cake spice

refreshing in an easy-drinking style

92 pts - TOP 100

This has the texture of the 85% oak barrels with stone fruits