Maestro Sierra Pedro Ximenez Sherry

Grapes: Pedro Ximénez

Vine Age: 10-60 years

Soil: Albariza or chalk

Ageing: 15 years in the solera system.

Tasting Notes: A great nose of exotic spices and dried red fruits combine with more classic caramel overtones. With great acidity the wine is light on its feet and almost refreshing. Serve at room temperature; 68°F.

A winery founded in 1832 by José Antonio Sierra, who had been a master carpenter. As such he was responsible for building barrels for all the major Sherry houses. Recognized as one of the top coopers in the area, he longed to become involved in the Sherry trade itself. Eventually he set about building a small winery with the aim of making the best Sherries possible. As this business was dominated by the nobility, a start-up such as his was not very welcome. After many hardships he was able to establish and grow his business, becoming one of the top almacenistas (stockholders) of high quality Sherries. Poking fun at his struggle, the label depicts a fox hunt of that time period with the “nobles” hunting the fox.