{"product_id":"lustau-pedro-ximenez-san-emilio-solero-familar-37cl-17","title":"LUSTAU PEDRO XIMENEZ SAN EMILIO SOLERO FAMILAR 37CL 17%","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Lustau Pedro Ximénez San Emilio Solera Familiar 37cl is a rich, sweet, dark dessert sherry from Spain, made from sun-dried Pedro Ximénez grapes, offering intense flavors of raisins, figs, and molasses, balanced with notes of coffee and oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged oxidatively in a solera system for intense sweetness and a velvety, long finish, perfect for desserts or blue cheese. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTASTING NOTE: This Pedro Ximenez is a distinctive black\/brown colour in the glass, almost tar-like in appearance. On the nose: luscious, intense aromas of dried fruits (fig, raisin, dates) as well as some molasses, treacle and mixed nuts, all of which are classic for Pedro Ximenez when made in this style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate: a full-bodied, very sweet wine! It has a lovely smooth, plump, dried fruit palate with an extremely long finish, full of caramel, fig and brazil nuts. As well as being sweet, it’s also a fortified wine meaning its alcohol was boosted to 17%. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a sublime, heady, delicious wine and a real treat!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-line-height=\"xl\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheese wise, Lustau Pedro Ximenez\u003c\/strong\u003e is a perfect companion for our strong blue cheeses. \u003cbr\u003eThe saltiness and pungent notes in blue cheese provide the ultimate counterpoint to the wine's intense sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-line-height=\"xl\"\u003eThink The Cheese and Wine Shops Cashel Blue, Colston Bassett Blue Stilton and Roquefort. Cabrales, a Spanish blue made from cow, goat, or sheep's milk, offering a \"fiery\" contrast to the wine. Gorgonzola Dolce is another to enjoy, as the creamy blue pairs well with the wine's rich, velvety texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-line-height=\"xl\"\u003eOther Recommended Cheeses include our 12 Month Manchego, the sharp, salty, and firm Spanish sheep's milk cheese provides a savory contrast. Our Aged Gouda, as its nutty, caramel-like notes complement the dried fruit in the wine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-line-height=\"xl\"\u003eTruffle-infused Cheeses: A hard, mature cheese with added truffle can stand up to the intense flavor, so our Cheddar Gorge Truffle Cheddar is the one here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-line-height=\"xl\"\u003eServing Tips for Lustau San Emilio; Enjoy this Sherry lightly chilled (10–12°C or 50-54°F).\u003cbr\u003ePairing Add-ons: Enhance the board with walnuts, dried figs, dates, or dark chocolate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-line-height=\"xl\"\u003eFor a unique, rich dessert, pour the Pedro Ximénez over blue cheese, or serve it with vanilla ice cream.  Its also ideal as a digestif. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lustau Sherry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52317236232534,"sku":"37040NVV","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/5001\/7622\/files\/sherry.webp?v=1768848247","url":"https:\/\/www.thecheeseandwineshop.co.uk\/products\/lustau-pedro-ximenez-san-emilio-solero-familar-37cl-17","provider":"The Cheese and Wine Shop of Wellington","version":"1.0","type":"link"}