COLOUR
Other
TYPE
Fortified
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Palomino, Pedro Ximénez, Macabeo, Xarel-lo, Parellada, Trepat, Garnacha
PRODUCER
José Estevez
REGION
Andalucía
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Sweetness
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Real Tesoro is a brand under the umbrella of Grupo Estévez, an independent family company with a long-standing tradition in producing fine Sherries and Brandies de Jerez. The brand encompasses a wide array of these traditional Andalusian wines, drawing from the region's unique terroir and winemaking heritage. Grupo Estévez also owns historic bodegas, including Marqués del Real Tesoro and Valdespino, which dates back to 1430, highlighting a deep connection to the history and evolution of these iconic Spanish beverages. The Real Tesoro brand also extends to include Cava, Spain's celebrated sparkling wine.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Real Tesoro is a brand, not a single wine, encompassing Sherries and Brandies.
Fact 02
Grupo Estévez owns Bodegas Valdespino, founded in 1430.
Fact 03
Sherry production relies on the unique 'Solera y Criaderas' aging system.
Fact 04
The brand also produces Spanish Cava sparkling wines.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Real Tesoro's Sherries primarily utilizes the Palomino grape, with Pedro Ximénez used for sweet styles. Fermentation typically takes place in stainless steel. A defining technique is the 'Solera y Criaderas' system, a fractional blending method where wines of different ages are matured and blended in American oak casks. This system involves multiple tiers of barrels, with the oldest wine from the solera tier being bottled. For Fino and Manzanilla styles, aging occurs under a protective layer of yeast known as 'flor'. Other Sherry styles undergo oxidative aging. Brandy de Jerez is also produced using the Solera system, aged in oak casks previously seasoned with Oloroso Sherry.
