Oloroso ("scented" in English) is a variety of fortified wine made in Jerez and Montilla-Moriles and produced by oxidative aging. It is normally darker than Amontillado. Oloroso is usually dark and nutty. Unlike the fino and Amontillado sherries, in oloroso the flor yeast is suppressed by fortification at an earlier stage. This causes the ...

Mar 20, 2024 · Oloroso Sherry is a rich, oxidized style of wine that is made in Andalucia, in southern Spain. It is known for its nutty, caramelized characteristics and is quite distinct from the region's other key style, Fino Sherry, which is light, dry and yeasty.

Once it is determined that flor is not forming on the new Palomino stocks, these barrels are classified as Oloroso and the unique aging process begins. Without the veil of flor to protect the wine, slow, natural oxidation begins and the wine develops its …

Oloroso is a dry and aromatic style of sherry wine made in Jerez, Spain. Learn more about the styles, production and characteristics of Oloroso sherry. Oloroso is aged in the absence of flor, in an oxidative way.

Today we can confidently define Oloroso as the only style of dry sherry that has never been aged under a layer of flor yeast. This absence of flor means there is a much greater presence of O2, which leads to a period of oxidative ageing that will be described below.

Jun 29, 2023 · Don't confuse Spain's famous fortified wine with the dusty bottle on your grandma's shelf. Here's a breakdown of sherry styles from Fino and Manzanilla to Amontillado, Oloroso, Palo Cortado, and beyond.

Oloroso Sherry, which those of you who study Spanish will know means 'scented' or 'pungent' in Spanish, is a darker Sherry than amontillado as it is produced by a longer period of oxidation. This Sherry has a high glycerine content which tends to make it smoother and less dry in taste.

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Orso Bruno Old Vine Zinfandel is packed with ripe fruit flavours of plum and raspberry supported by notes of spice and chocolate. It pairs well with saucy barbecue, making it a perfect summer wine.