COLOUR
Other
TYPE
Fortified
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Palomino Fino
PRODUCER
Bodegas Lustau
REGION
Andalucía
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Bodegas Lustau's Oloroso Pata de Gallina is a fortified wine from the D.O. Jerez-Xérès-Sherry region of Spain, made from 100% Palomino Fino grapes. The wine is non-vintage, with an average solera age of 15 years, and some sources indicate over 20 years. Bodegas Lustau, founded in 1896, is known for its commitment to quality Sherry. This particular Oloroso is distinguished by its 'Pata de Gallina' designation, signifying exceptional richness and smoothness due to high glycerol content. It is sourced from an exclusive solera of only 38 butts belonging to the almacenista Juan García-Jarana, highlighting its limited production.
ALCOHOL
20.0%
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
13-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Pata de Gallina' refers to a wine's rich, smooth texture due to high glycerol.
Fact 02
This Oloroso is sourced from an exclusive solera of just 38 casks.
Fact 03
It may have originated as a Palo Cortado before evolving into an Oloroso.
Fact 04
Lustau has wineries in Jerez, El Puerto de Santa María, and Sanlúcar de Barrameda.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Lustau Oloroso Pata de Gallina is made from 100% Palomino Fino grapes. After fermentation, the wine is fortified. It then undergoes oxidative aging in a Solera system, a fractional blending process that involves drawing wine from older butts and topping up with younger wine. This specific Oloroso is sourced from an exclusive solera of 38 butts. The wine's character is significantly influenced by this extended oxidative aging process.
