Alvear Medium Dry Sherry 750ml

Alvear's Medium Dry represents the perfect introduction to the world of quality Sherry, offering a beautifully balanced style that bridges the gap between bone-dry Finos and richer cream sherries. Founded in 1729, Alvear brings nearly three centuries of expertise to this bottling, creating a wine that showcases the complexity possible in the Montilla-Moriles denomination.

The wine pours a beautiful amber color with golden highlights, immediately signaling its careful aging in the solera system. On the nose, it offers an enticing blend of oxidative and fresh characteristics—roasted almonds, hazelnuts, and walnuts mingle with notes of dried apricot, orange peel, and golden raisins. The influence of biological aging under flor adds complexity with hints of bread dough, green olives, and sea salt, while subtle caramel and toffee notes from oxidative aging provide depth.

The palate perfectly captures what makes medium-dry Sherry so versatile and appealing. The initial impression is of gentle sweetness—not cloying but beautifully integrated—with flavors of dried fruits, honey, and caramelized nuts. This sweetness is perfectly balanced by fresh acidity and a distinctive saline character that keeps the wine lively and prevents any sense of heaviness. The texture is silky and mouth-coating, while maintaining a refreshing quality that makes it dangerously easy to drink. Notes of toasted bread, almonds, and a hint of exotic spices add complexity.

Alvear's expertise shines through in the precise balance achieved in this bottling. The solera system has created remarkable consistency and complexity, with younger wines adding freshness while older components contribute depth and nutty characteristics. The finish is long and warming, with echoes of nuts, dried fruits, and that distinctive Sherry tang that makes another sip irresistible. This is an incredibly versatile wine—equally at home as an aperitif, paired with tapas, or even alongside desserts. For those exploring Sherry, Alvear Medium Dry offers an accessible yet authentic entry point into this fascinating category.