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Bodegas Hidalgo Jerez-Xeres-Sherry Manzanilla La Gitana

500ML

Sku: 011509

The standard of type and leader both in Spain and abroad. Manzanilla is the rarest of all authentic sherries, being uniquely site-specific in origin. Matured beneath a constant veil of yeast (called flor) as only occurs on the beachfront in Sanlúcar, giving manzanilla a dry, haunting delicacy analogous to fine Champagne.

Review

La Gitana from the Hidalgo bodega is a classic Manzanilla. There are greater expressions, but if you want a benchmark that hits all the hallmarks of a true Manzanilla, look no further. – Melissa S. | Sherry Buyer

Rating

NV: 90 Points - Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator: "Dry and refreshing, with apple, straw and nutty flavors all underscored by a salty tanginess. Lightweight and balanced, this is very appealing. Break out the almonds and olives. Drink now."

NV: 89 Points - Michael Schachner, Wine Enthusiast: "The benchmark among fino-style Sherries is La Gitana. Simply put, it’s a classic. Pour yourself a copita of this beauty and sip it while munching some olives, peanuts or pistachios. Shazzam! You’re transported to a whitewashed village in Andalusia. Aromas of mushroom and yeast are just as they should be. And deep within are subtle flavors of marzipan and citrus…"

NV: 88 Points - Jay Miller, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "Among the single solera sherries, the pale-colored dry, salty La Gitana Manzanilla is a terrific aperitif. "

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Founded in 1792, Bodegas Hidalgo is one of the greatest bastions of tradition in the sherry industry, and among very few remaining estate-bottled exporters. With vineyards in the fabulous seaside pagos of El Cuadrado and Miraflores and aging cellars on the beach in Sanlúcar, the quintessential flor-aged style is the specialty, known as Manzanilla. From Manzanilla a range of rare Amontillado and Palo Cortado wines are derived of exquisite quality.

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Country: Spain
Region: Sherry
Sub-Region: Manzanilla
Grape Varietal: Palomino
Type: Still wine, Fortified

Reg. 15.99

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