Bodegas Ximenez-Spinola Vintage 2019 Fermentacion Lenta Spanish White Wine 75 cl 14%

Ximénez-Spínola Fermentación Lenta 2019 is a slowly fermented white wine, where the name directly describes the process behind its concentrated, complex flavour.

Expert's Description

Ximénez-Spínola Fermentación Lenta 2019 is a Spanish White Wine made exclusively from Pedro Ximénez grapes with an alcohol content of 14%. "Fermentación Lenta" means "slow fermentation" and refers to a process where the sun-dried grapes' very high sugar concentration forces the fermentation to proceed over an unusually long period at low temperatures, preserving aromas that would otherwise be lost in a faster fermentation. The result is a deeply complex wine with retained freshness despite the natural sweetness.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers dried apricot, honey and a hint of nuts.

Palate

The palate is concentrated and complex with a fine balance between sweetness and acidity.

Finish

The finish is long and nuanced with lingering notes of dried fruit.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve chilled at 8-10°C in a white wine glass. Pairs well with foie gras, hard cheese or nut-based dessert.

Specifications

Name: Fermentación Lenta Vintage 2019
Producer/Winery: Ximénez-Spínola
Region/Country: Jerez, Spain
Grape variety: Pedro Ximénez
Vintage: 2019
ABV: 14%
Size: 75 CL
Number of bottles: 10,196
Serving temperature: 8-10°C
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: White wine glass
EAN no.: 8437006199896

Flavour Profile

Complex · Concentrated · Apricot · Nutty

Did You Know?

With fermentación lenta, fermentation can stretch over several months instead of the typical weeks, because the yeast cells work more slowly in the extremely sugar-rich must from the sun-dried grapes.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ximénez-Spínola Fermentación Lenta 2019

What does Fermentación Lenta mean?

"Slow fermentation" - a process where the high sugar concentration significantly extends fermentation.

What grape is the wine made from?

Exclusively Pedro Ximénez.

How many bottles were produced?

10,196 bottles.

What does it pair with?

Foie gras, hard cheese or nut-based dessert.

How is it best served?

Chilled at 8-10°C in a white wine glass.

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