Delgado Zuleta Amontillado 750ml

Amontillados evolve naturally when the flor has exhausted its supply of nutrients, or the style may be induced if the flor is killed off by fortification to 18% or above. A top Amontillado will have spent sixteen years or so in oak, about half of which time is oxidative, post-flor, although commercial styles start at a minimal 6 years’ age.

Amontillado is Fino in style and flavour, but amber in colour, and the Fino flavours are overlaid with a brassy richness, enhanced nuttiness and depth, with extra warmth from the higher alcohol levels.