COLOUR
Other
TYPE
Fortified
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Palomino Fino
PRODUCER
Bodegas Barbadillo
REGION
Andalucía
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Cuco Oloroso Dry is a fortified wine from Bodegas Barbadillo, a family winery founded in 1821 in the Jerez region of Andalusia, Spain. It is crafted from the Palomino Fino grape and undergoes oxidative aging in a solera system. This traditional method contributes to its distinctive character and ensures consistency across bottlings. The wine is a representation of the rich winemaking heritage of its origin.
ALCOHOL
18.0%
AVG. PRICE
€12
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Oloroso means 'scented' in Spanish, hinting at its aromatic complexity.
Fact 02
The solera system is a dynamic aging process, blending wines of different ages.
Fact 03
Sherry's oxidative aging prevents the growth of flor yeast.
Fact 04
The dry nature can sometimes be perceived as subtly sweet due to its rich texture.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Cuco Oloroso Dry begins with the fermentation of Palomino Fino grapes. Once fermentation is complete, the wine is fortified with grape spirit to around 17-18% ABV, a level that prevents the development of flor. The wine then enters a solera system for extended oxidative aging. This process involves fractional blending, where younger wines are topped up with older wines, and the wine is aged in contact with oxygen, leading to concentration and the development of characteristic aromas and flavors. The solera system ensures a consistent style over time.
