Mahogany through amber to green-tinged yellow rim, legs.
Nose
Quite serious Oloroso; clean, tight and generous, caramelised walnuts and toasted hazelnuts, a trace of wood from the butts and a hint of sweetness, quite full yet has a certain elegance, opening out gradually to include a traces of fudge and orange.
Palate
Medium to full, again tight and clean, tangy acidity brings out the flavour; well done toast, nuts, traces of wood and polished furniture, nicely textured and lively with considerable length.
Comments
This wine is named after the family Finca los Alburejos near Medina Sidonia. Here there are many horses, a passion in Jerez, and of course, Alvaro himself was a famous "rejoneador " horseback bullfighter. Some time ago he bought the famous almacenista bodegas of Pilar Aranda, and has been putting the wines on the open market. The range is fairly small but very good, and includes brandy and vinegar.
Price
10.90 Euros in Spain, but I don't know of any UK importers. Sorry.
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