Fino Inocente
Valdespino • D.O. Jerez
Pago de Macharnudo Alto
"A single-vineyard fino, born from the minerality of albariza and aged under flor."
A Fino from a Single Pago
Fino Inocente stands out because it comes from a single vineyard, the Pago de Macharnudo Alto, on albariza soils. Valdespino keeps the tradition of fermenting the must in oak butts before a long biological aging under flor. The result is a dry, complex, structured and pungent fortified wine. Buy it at La Cava Shop with free shipping from $1,499 MXN and discover more wines of Spain.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Valdespino.
- Origin: Pago de Macharnudo Alto, D.O. Jerez, Spain.
- Varietal: 100% Palomino Fino.
- Aging: Biological, in solera, about 10 years on average.
- Category: Fino / Fortified wine.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance
Bright straw yellow with golden reflections.
Nose
Intense and vertical: toasted almond, yeast, fresh bread dough and a marked chalky mineral character, with saline and iodine hints.
Palate
Dry entry, with volume and unctuousness. Imposing structure, savory and slightly bitter. The finish is very long, mineral and persistent.
3. Character and Typicity
PUNGENT INTENSITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
MINERALITY (ALBARIZA) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
BODY / VOLUME [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
BIOLOGICAL AGING [ ~10 YEARS ]
4. Serving Ritual
Pairing: Iberian ham, seafood such as white prawns, sushi, fried fish and very aged sheep's cheeses. See the guide to wines for Iberian ham.
Glass: A wide white wine glass, to appreciate its aromatic complexity.
Temperature: Serve chilled, between 7 °C and 9 °C.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Fino Inocente special?
Unlike most finos, which are blends from several vineyards, Fino Inocente comes from a single vineyard, the Pago de Macharnudo Alto, with albariza soil, which gives it minerality and structure.
How long is this wine aged?
It has an average biological aging of about 10 years under flor, much longer than a typical fino, which gives it complexity and a pungent character.
Why is it said to ferment in butt?
Valdespino keeps the traditional fermentation in oak butts instead of steel tanks, which adds body and texture to the wine from its origin.
Where can I buy Fino Inocente in Mexico?
At La Cava Shop, with free shipping from $1,499 MXN and 90 days for free returns.