Ratings
WE 94 · WS 92 · JR 92 · RP 90
Identity
| Producer | Emilio Lustau |
| Year | NV |
| Vol | 0.5 |
| Classification | Gran Reserva |
| Grapes | 100% Palomino |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Dark gold with khaki hues |
| Aroma | Noble woods, varnish, nuts, citrus, flower blossom, buttery notes, toffee, coffee, warm maple frosting, pecan pie |
| Palate | Rich, mellow, complex, smooth, warming, ample, balanced weight and restraint, salty, briny, nutty, with flavors of smoky wood, prunes, bitter chocolate, roasted hazelnuts, spiced almonds, sun-kissed figs, orange slices, green olive, almond-inflected finish |
| Finish | Lingering, dry, a bit warm, with remarkable persistence and rapidly building warmth dominating the finish and length |
| Food Pairing | Red meat, smoked meat, game, mature cheese, spicy Asian dishes, slow-cooked meat, braised meat, barbecue, casseroles, digestive |
| Serving Temp | 13-14 °C |
| Aging Potential | 15-20 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGH
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 20.0 |
| Aging Process | Oxidative aging in solera system |
| Fermentation | Traditional fermentation before oxidative aging |
Interesting facts
| The solera was founded in 1921 to commemorate the visit of Eugenia de Montijo, the last Empress of France, to Jerez. It is one of Lustau's flagship Gran Reserva Oloroso wines. |