What is amontillado?

Amontillado · Spanish

Sherry that starts as fino under yeast, then ages in contact with air. Amber, nutty and dry.

What it tastes like

Hazelnut, toffee and dried orange, but dry and tangy, with a little of fino's salty snap.

Where you’ll see it

Sherry lists and tapas bars, with mushrooms, aged cheese and consommé, and in stirred cocktails.

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