Valdespino Pedro Ximénez ‘El Candado’ (6 Bottles) Jerez, Spain
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With its deep sienna brown hue and olive green rim, this PX sherry is visually striking. The nose is an aromatic tapestry of toffee, molasses, warm spices, and brandied raisins, evoking memories of decadent desserts. On the palate, the wine reveals its true opulence – a viscous, luscious texture that coats the mouth with flavors of spice, honey, toffee, and crushed raisins.
The finish is nothing short of spectacular, boasting incredible length and balance, with lingering notes of treacle, caramel, and honey. This sherry pairs beautifully with rich desserts like chocolate cake and is an essential companion to Christmas pudding.
For wine buyers seeking the very best in PX sherries, Valdespino’s offering is unmatched in both tradition and taste, making it a perfect addition to any collection or special occasion.
The production of this magnificent sherry begins with the Soleo process, where freshly harvested grapes are sun-dried for two weeks. This ancient method concentrates the sugars, transforming the grapes into rich, flavorful raisins. After partial fermentation, the must is fortified and then aged in the solera system for 10 to 12 years in American oak casks. This slow, patient aging process allows the wine to develop its remarkable depth and complexity.
Renowned for producing some of the finest PX sherries, Valdespino has a legacy that spans over six centuries, making it one of the most esteemed and oldest sherry houses in the region. Their dedication to tradition and craftsmanship is evident in every bottle.
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About Valdespino
With over six centuries of sherry production, Valdespino stands as one of the oldest and most respected sherry bodegas in the region. At the core of their excellence are their vineyards. As one of the few bodegas producing single-vineyard wines, their Macharnudo vineyard is considered one of the ‘grand crus’ of Jerez.
Positioned at the highest altitude, this vineyard thrives on the renowned, bright white Albariza chalk soils. From the crisp and savory Manzanilla Deliciosa and Fino Inocente to the rich and intense Solera 1842 and Pedro Ximénez, Valdespino’s wines consistently deliver world-class quality.
The bodega maintains tradition by fermenting a portion of their wines in wooden barrels, adding layers of complexity. Notably, they age their wines in solera far beyond the DO regulations, ensuring exceptional depth across all sherry styles.
