COLOUR
Other
TYPE
Fortified
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Pedro Ximénez
PRODUCER
Gonzalez-Byass
REGION
Andalucía
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Sweet
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Nectar Pedro Ximénez is a sweet, fortified wine from the Jerez DO in Andalusia, Spain, produced by González Byass. It is made exclusively from 100% Pedro Ximénez grapes, a variety known for its concentrated sweetness. The wine's identity is shaped by its historical region and the producer's long-standing legacy in sherry winemaking. A unique aspect of its production involves the sun-drying of grapes to enhance sugar levels, followed by an extended aging process in the traditional Solera system.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
13-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes are dried in the sun for weeks to intensify sweetness.
Fact 02
Aged for an average of 8-9 years using the traditional Solera system.
Fact 03
Known for its incredibly high residual sugar content.
Fact 04
Certified vegan-friendly.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Nectar Pedro Ximénez begins with the harvest of Pedro Ximénez grapes, which are then subjected to a sun-drying process known as 'asoleo' or 'soleo' to concentrate their sugars. The dried grapes are pressed, and the resulting must undergoes a partial fermentation that is stopped early due to the high sugar levels. The wine is then fortified to approximately 15% alcohol. Following fortification, it is aged in American oak butts using the traditional Solera system for an average of 8 to 9 years. This method involves fractional blending of wines from different ages to maintain consistency and develop complexity.
