Valdespino Oloroso Solera de su Majestad VORS 50 cl

Beguiling hay, bruised apple, wood polish and leathery scents. It's extremely old, almost maderised, and a little bitter like old age, sage but also warm-hearted like one's senectitude. Roasted walnuts and dates add complexity to this empyreal, heady wine, which is so liberal in its flavour delivery and persistent, complex finish.

The NV Oloroso Solera de su Majestad VORS produced from Palomino grapes from the Carrascal vineyard, has aged in a solera for over 30 years. It has a bright mahogany color and a subtle nose of noble woods, walnuts, aromatic herbs, and a touch of brandy. The palate is quite gentle for a VORS. Very polished and round, with a pungent, intense feeling, it feels extremely old. One of the best Olorosos around, it’s old enough to have that extra complexity, but not to be too aggressive, as Olorosos can easily get when they’re very old.