Grape · White
Pedro Ximénez
WhiteWSET level 3
Grapes are sun-dried (asoleo). Extremely sweet, syrupy wine. Dark brown to black in color. Also used for blending in Sherry.
- Origin
- Andalusia, Spain
- Climate
- Hot, dry
- Skin colour
- Green-yellow
- Alcohol
- 15-22% (versterkt)
- Ageing potential
- Excellent
Taste profile
Aromas
- Raisins
- Figs
- Dates
- Caramel
- Coffee
- Chocolate
Where does it grow?
- Montilla-Moriles
- Jerez
Key wines
- PX Sherry
- Montilla-Moriles PX
Food
Vanilla ice cream, chocolate desserts, blue cheese
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