Williams and Humbert 20 Year Old 'Dos Cortados' Palo Cortado 50cl NV

A rare, peculiar and extraordinarily delicious Palo Cortado Sherry

This Palo Cortado could easily be mistaken for an Oloroso such is the richness and weightiness it carries
The nose is warm and intense with vanilla, caramel and nutmeg with dried fruits and roasted hazelnuts
The palate is dry and lively, lighter-bodied than you might think with firm acidity and notes of walnut skin, garrigue and lemon zest
The finish has a lovely peppery heat and subtle notes of roasted coffee beans
The V.O.S. on the bottle stands for the Latin "Vinum Optimum Signatum" or the easier to remember "Very Old Sherry"

Grape variety: Palomino Fino
Vintage: NV
Type/Colour: Palo Cortado
Alcohol: 20.5%
Bottle Size: 50cl
Group: Sherry
Suitable for Vegans: Yes
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes

Sherry is another festive must-have, and this twenty year old Palo Cortado is pure luxury. It's incredibly complex with layer upon layer of umami savouriness - just the thing for a cold evening in front of the fire. - Emily Silva, OWC

Sue - 20th May 2023

With a disconnect between the warm caramel aroma & sharp lemon flavour, this pretty amber Sherry is a surprise . Think mixed orange & lemon peel. Of the wines I tried at the Give Me Strength Tasting, it was the most curious, the most exciting, a definite talking point. I scribbled: "With pheasant?"