Gonzalez Byass Sherry Leonor Palo Cortado 12 Yr

'Gonzalez Byass Jerez: The Heart and Soul of Gonzalez Byass Gonzalez Byass was founded in 1835 by Manuel Maria Gonzalez and remains in family hands today, now in the fifth and sixth generation. Founded in Jerez de la Frontera, south of Spain, in the heart of Sherry country, it is dedicated to the production of high-quality sherries and stands as a cornerstone of the esteemed Sherry Triangle. The winery showcases the wide and fascinating universe of Sherry with each wine bearing the imprint of the region's distinctive character. They offer a vast range that includes Amontillados, Oloroso, Palos Cortados, Medium, Cream and Pedro Ximenez, presented in various age ranges. Some of them, such as those aged 12 or 30 years, are exemplary in their category, while others have become singular and rare oenological gems. These gems, like the V.O.R.S. (Very Old Rare Sherry), with examples such as Del Duque, Apostoles, Matusalem and Noe, stand out for being authentic objects of desire for collectors. Furthermore, Gonzalez Byass offers unique and unreplicable wines, which reflect the wisdom acquired during almost two centuries of history. Each of these brands is an ambassador of Sherry Wines, representing the past, present, and future of this iconic region. '

Tasting Notes

Leonor is a 12-year-old Palo Cortado which can be described are the wild child of Jerez. This Palo Cortado is aged in American oak Sherry casks, 100% in contact with oxygen. The must used for this wine is the first yema, the most delicate must usually reserved for Fino Sherries. This wine shows a light mahogany color with golden tones and a slightly orange rim. On the nose intense and complex with notes of hazelnuts perfectly balanced with bitter orange and mature oak. On the palate powerful and intense yet delicate and elegant with toasted notes and a smooth and silky texture. Due to its powerful structure this Palo Cortado is perfect with mature cheese and strong meats such as venison. Serve slightly chilled.

Product Details

• Type: WINE
• Subtype: DNA--FORTIFIED
• Country: SPAIN
• Region: ANDALUCIA
• Varietal: PALOMINO
• ABV: 20%

Supplier: VIN DIVINO DBA GONZALEZ BYASS

Must be 21+ to enjoy. Please drink responsibly.