Valdespino has been making sherry in Jerez since 1264, and their vinegar is a byproduct of that same long solera experience - year after year in American oak, until the wine becomes something else entirely.
Expert's Description
Valdespino Vinagre de Jerez Reserva is a Sherry Vinegar from Jerez, Spain made from the Palomino grape, with enough acidity to stand alone in a vinaigrette.
The vinegar is solera-aged for a minimum of 5 years in American oak, the same method used for the house's sherries, giving it a depth and roundness not found in ordinary wine vinegar. Valdespino is considered one of Jerez's oldest and most respected houses, with roots dating back to 1264 and a present-day production that still follows traditional methods.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Dried figs, walnut and a hint of caramelised wood.
Palate
Powerful and tangy, with sweetness from the long cask ageing that balances the acidity.
Finish
Long, round and lightly sweet.
Using It in the Kitchen
Use the vinegar sparingly in vinaigrettes, to deglaze a pan after searing meat, or drizzled directly over grilled vegetables and salads. It's strong enough to carry a simple olive oil dressing on its own.
Specifications
Name: Vinagre de Jerez Reserva
Producer/Winery: Valdespino
Region/Country: Jerez, Spain
Appellation/Classification: Vinagre de Jerez DO
Grape Variety(ies): Palomino
Size: 25 CL
Oak Ageing: Minimum 5 years, American oak
Vegan: Yes
EAN: 8412449130057
Flavour Profile
Powerful · Tangy · Sweet-edged · Nutty
Did You Know?
Valdespino is one of the few houses in Jerez that still owns and farms its own vineyards - most other sherry houses buy grapes or already-made base wine from independent growers.
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