Lustau Palo Cortado Peninsula Jerez Xeres Sherry 75 cl 19%

Palo Cortado is sherry's riddle - a style no one sets out to make deliberately, but which arises when a cask's development takes an unexpected turn during ageing.

Expert's Description

Lustau Palo Cortado Peninsula is a Sherry from Jerez, Spain, made from the Palomino Fino grape with an alcohol content of 19%. Palo Cortado historically arises by chance, when a cask-aged sherry intended to become Amontillado loses its flor earlier than expected and develops in a more oxidative direction. The result combines Amontillado's aromatic finesse with Oloroso's rich, concentrated finish. Peninsula has been awarded double gold at international sherry competitions, underscoring the quality of this particular edition from Bodegas Lustau.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Wonderfully complex on the nose, true to Amontillado's finesse.

Palate

Intense and dry on the palate, with notes of chocolate and coffee beans.

Finish

The finish is long and rich, in keeping with Oloroso's character.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at 14-16°C in a sherry glass. Enjoy as an aperitif or with mature cheeses and mixed nuts.

Specifications

Name: Palo Cortado Peninsula
Producer/Winery: Bodegas Lustau
Region/Country: Jerez, Spain
Appellation/Classification: Palo Cortado Sherry
Grape variety: Palomino Fino
ABV: 19%
Size: 75 CL
EAN: 8412325000320
Serving temperature: 14-16°C
Glass type: Sherry glass

Flavour Profile

Complex · Dry · Nutty · Rich

Did You Know?

Palo Cortado is such a rare style that it traditionally cannot be made on purpose - bodegas can only identify it once it has arisen naturally in a single cask, and then choose to bottle it under their own name.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lustau Palo Cortado Peninsula

What is Palo Cortado?

It is a rare sherry style that arises when an Amontillado-destined cask loses its flor earlier than expected and develops more oxidatively.

What does Palo Cortado taste like?

It combines Amontillado's aromatic finesse with Oloroso's rich, concentrated finish, with notes of chocolate and coffee beans.

Can Palo Cortado be made on purpose?

No, it arises by chance in individual casks, and bodegas can only identify and select it once it has already occurred.

What do the gold medals on the bottle mean?

The Peninsula edition has won double gold at international sherry competitions, underscoring its high quality.

How should Palo Cortado be served?

It is best served at 14-16°C in a sherry glass, preferably as an aperitif or with cheeses and nuts.

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