Viejo C.P. V.O.S.
Palo Cortado by Valdespino | 750ml
"Jerez's bottled mystery: an overwhelming elegance born from the masterful selection of butts, combining the pungent nose of an Amontillado with the noble body of an Oloroso."
The Duality of Calle Ponce
Palo Cortado Viejo C.P. is a cult wine that represents Valdespino's living history. Its name pays homage to the old winery on Calle Ponce, where cellar masters used to select butts from the Fino Inocente and Amontillado Tío Diego soleras that, by chance and destiny, lost their flor veil to develop a superior structure. With a certified average age of over 20 years, this V.O.S. offers unparalleled technical sophistication, capturing the mineral and chalky essence of the prestigious Pago de Macharnudo Alto.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Valdespino (Estévez Group)
- Origin: Pago de Macharnudo Alto, Jerez, Spain.
- Varietal: 100% Palomino Fino from pure Albariza soil.
- Category: Palo Cortado Viejo V.O.S. (+20 years).
- Winemaking: Butt-fermented and oxidative aging.
- Volume: 750 ml
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Bright amber color with deep coppery reflections and old gold rim. Presents a glyceric and elegant tear.
Nose: Astonishing complexity. Notes of toasted nuts (hazelnuts, walnuts), bitter orange peel, incense, and noble woods, with a characteristic calcareous mineral background from the albariza soil.
Palate: Dry entry with a silky and enveloping texture. Presents an imposing structure balanced by vibrant citrus freshness. Its finish is infinite, dry, and of superior sophistication.
3. Pairing and Recommendations
Gastronomy: Hearty consommés, oxtail, long-aged red meats, intense aged cheeses (such as old Comté), and sautéed wild mushrooms.
Serving: Ideally served between 14°C and 15°C to preserve its subtle aromatic nuances.
Suggested Glass: A large white wine glass that favors aeration and expression of the wine.
4. Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Viejo C.P. different from an Oloroso?
Its Amontillado soul. It maintains the finesse and pungency in the nose typical of wines that had flor, but with the power and body on the palate that only time and oxidation can provide.
Why is it considered a "selection" wine?
Because not all butts from the original solera become C.P.; only those that show a special inclination towards oxidation without losing the original elegance of Pago de Macharnudo.