Viejo C.P. V.O.S.
Valdespino Palo Cortado | 750ml
"The bottled mystery of Jerez: a breathtaking elegance born from a masterful selection of casks, combining the pungent nose of an Amontillado with the noble body of an Oloroso."
The Duality of Calle Ponce
The Palo Cortado Viejo C.P. is a cult wine that represents the living history of Valdespino. Its name pays homage to the old winery on Calle Ponce, where the cellar masters would select those casks from the Fino Inocente and Amontillado Tío Diego soleras that, by chance and destiny, lost their veil of flor 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 (Grupo Estévez)
- Origin: Pago de Macharnudo Alto, Jerez, Spain.
- Varietal: 100% Palomino Fino from pure Albariza soil.
- Category: Palo Cortado Viejo V.O.S. (+20 years).
- Vinification: Barrel fermented and oxidative aging.
- Volume: 750 ml
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Bright amber color with deep copper reflections and old gold highlights. Displays elegant, glyceric legs.
Nose: Astonishing complexity. Notes of toasted nuts (hazelnuts, walnuts), bitter orange peel, incense, and noble woods, with a chalky mineral background characteristic of albariza soil.
Palate: Dry entry with a silky, enveloping texture. Features an imposing structure balanced by a vibrant citrus freshness. The finish is infinite, dry, and of superior sophistication.
3. Pairing and Recommendations
Gastronomy: Rich consommés, oxtail, long-aged red meats, intense cured cheeses (like aged Comté), and sautéed wild mushrooms.
Serving: Ideally served between 14°C and 15°C (57°F - 59°F) so as not to lose its subtle aromatic nuances.
Suggested Glass: A wide white wine glass that encourages oxygenation and expression of the wine.
4. Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Viejo C.P. different from an Oloroso?
Its amontillado soul. It maintains the finesse and the pungent nose typical of wines that had a veil of 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 the casks from the original solera become C.P.; only those that show a special vocation toward oxidation without losing the original elegance of the Pago de Macharnudo.