Intense savory saline aromas, with extra notes of exotic wood. surprisingly silky on the palate for a fino, with umami-like flavors of ginger, soy and mushroom.
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Marc and MJ's - great food and nice wines (Bellingham, WA): Volatile nut skins and dried rinds on the nose. Fascinating and complex tones of nut, dried herb, and white fruits. Another nice change of pace to add interest to the lineup. Paired well with the appetizers and cheese - thanks Marc and MJ!
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Quite beautiful. Explosive aromatics suggesting pear, apples, and briny "floresque" saltiness. The aromatics also come through on the palette. Plenty of refreshing apple and sea essence. Finishes with a lengthy walnut component. Paired with serrano, almonds, and cheese -- not a mistake.
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I have been hearing some buzz around about sherry, and unfortunately until recently only had supermarket cooking examples. Got half bottle with tapas, and this literally blew my mind. How can such a clear and crisp liquid have such savory notes while bringing an unparalleled finesse. Additionally it seemed to pair well with meat, foie gras, nuts and even dessert!
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Some went into the preparation of a chickpea, potato, and tomato stew; the rest consumed alongside and while cooking. This is fantastic entry fino. Properly nutty and simple nose, the body shows a good deal of fruit (peaches, pears) in additional to the classic saline character. It doesn't develop much in glass and doesn't need to . . . the half bottle goes quickly and this fino punches above its price. Phenomenal value and very tasty. Killer food wine.
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8/14/2019 - Madera16 Likes this wine:
Wonderful fino. Very fresh nose of apple and floral aromas. Lifted acidity on the palate, balanced saltiness, good texture, good finish.
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8/27/2015 - Al Doughty Likes this wine: 91 Points
Intense savory saline aromas, with extra notes of exotic wood. surprisingly silky on the palate for a fino, with umami-like flavors of ginger, soy and mushroom.
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8/29/2014 - Chaz Bham wrote:
Marc and MJ's - great food and nice wines (Bellingham, WA): Volatile nut skins and dried rinds on the nose. Fascinating and complex tones of nut, dried herb, and white fruits. Another nice change of pace to add interest to the lineup. Paired well with the appetizers and cheese - thanks Marc and MJ!
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7/7/2013 - ElGreco wrote: 91 Points
Quite beautiful. Explosive aromatics suggesting pear, apples, and briny "floresque" saltiness. The aromatics also come through on the palette. Plenty of refreshing apple and sea essence. Finishes with a lengthy walnut component. Paired with serrano, almonds, and cheese -- not a mistake.
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5/13/2013 - James Kim wrote: 90 Points
Drank this a long time ago. Remebered enjoying a fair amount. So will give it a 90.
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3/25/2013 - @ethanfries wrote:
I have been hearing some buzz around about sherry, and unfortunately until recently only had supermarket cooking examples.
Got half bottle with tapas, and this literally blew my mind. How can such a clear and crisp liquid have such savory notes while bringing an unparalleled finesse.
Additionally it seemed to pair well with meat, foie gras, nuts and even dessert!
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1/19/2013 - Keith M wrote:
Some went into the preparation of a chickpea, potato, and tomato stew; the rest consumed alongside and while cooking. This is fantastic entry fino. Properly nutty and simple nose, the body shows a good deal of fruit (peaches, pears) in additional to the classic saline character. It doesn't develop much in glass and doesn't need to . . . the half bottle goes quickly and this fino punches above its price. Phenomenal value and very tasty. Killer food wine.
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12/3/2012 - TimOn12 wrote:
Typical fino flavor profile, good salinity and richness - was very good with Japanese food but not incredibly complex but can't beat the price.
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10/22/2012 - yofog wrote: 91 Points
Peanuts, firm texture, sort of reminds me of la Ina
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2/21/2012 - wrrntl wrote:
Excellent QPR fino that delivers all you expect and a little more.
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