Old Harvest
Ximénez-Spínola | Jerez
"The perfect balance between two eras: a collector's item that fuses the history of the winery through the masterful union of soleras from 1918 and 1964."
Duality in American Oak
Old Harvest represents the most serious and structured facet of Ximénez-Spínola. It is an author's wine that breaks molds by blending two worlds: the richness of raisined grapes with oxidative aging from the 1918 Solera and the vertical austerity of fully fermented grapes from the 1964 Solera. The result is a "Medium" of architectural complexity, where time has smoothed the edges of sweetness to give way to the character of age.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Ximénez-Spínola (Author's Winery)
- Origin: Jerez de la Frontera, Spain.
- Varietal: 100% Pedro Ximénez.
- Category: Generous Wine / Signature Medium.
- Winemaking: Blend of oxidative soleras in American oak butts.
- Volume: 500 ml
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Dark amber color with intense mahogany reflections and brilliant coppery hues. Medium-high density with persistent legs.
Nose: High and elegant intensity. Dominant notes of noble cabinetmaking, dried fruits (walnuts and toasted hazelnuts), old vanilla, and a deep background of dried figs and bitter orange peel.
Palate: Surprising play of balances. It begins with a pleasant and glyceric entry that quickly evolves into a vertical dryness. Long, saline, and very persistent finish, with hints of old wood.
3. Pairing and Recommendations
Cuisine: Aged sheep cheeses, blue cheeses (Stilton), Iberico ham, toasted nuts or dark chocolate desserts with salt.
Serving: Enjoy between 12°C and 14°C to avoid blocking its aromatic complexity with excessive cold.
Suggested Glass: Wide-bowl white wine glass or high-quality thin crystal tasting glass.
4. Frequently Asked Questions
Is it a dessert wine?
Although it has a pleasant entry, its character is much more versatile than a sweet PX. It works magnificently as a meditation wine or accompanying intense and savory dishes.
What does "Signature Medium" mean?
It is the winery's personal interpretation of the Medium style, where instead of industrial blending, a technical blend of the house's historical soleras is used.
