Lustau Amontillado Los Arcos Sherry Solera Reserva
Los Arcos is a refined and elegant Amontillado that combines a crisp oxidative edge with rich nutty complexity. It tempers bold character with softness, making it a versatile and sophisticated Sherry for both sipping and pairing.
Origins & Craftsmanship
This expression belongs to Lustau’s Solera Familiar line, produced in Jerez de la Frontera. It is made from 100 % Palomino grapes. The aging regime alternates between biological aging under flor and oxidative aging without flor, yielding a true Amontillado profile. The wine ages in Solera y Criaderas in American oak casks at Bodega Emperatriz Eugenia.
The name “Los Arcos” refers to a pair of arches that once stood at the winery’s entrance and inspired its identity. The blend is non-vintage, drawing on multiple criaderas to maintain house consistency and complexity.
Tasting Profile
Nose: Pronounced aromas of toasted hazelnut, almond skin, and walnut. Secondary notes of dried apricot, fig, toffee, and subtle sea breeze or saline minerality emerge.
Palate: Medium in weight, the palate opens with dried orchard fruits, warm toast, and marzipan. A dry, salty core develops, with nuances of cedar spice, orange peel, and baking spice weaving through. The oxidative character is firm but integrated, giving structure without harshness.
Finish: Long and elegant. Nutty tones linger, joined by subtle citrus bitterness and saline mineral echoes. The finish is dry, with a refined dryness that persists without rough edges.
Quick Overview
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| ABV / Alcohol | ~18.5 % |
| Region / Origin | Jerez de la Frontera, Spain |
| Grape / Variety | 100 % Palomino |
| Aging / Method | Solera & criaderas; periods under flor + oxidative aging in American oak |
| Color | Amber / deep golden |
| Aromas & Flavors | Hazelnut, almond, walnut, dried apricot, toffee, orange peel, marzipan, saline minerality |
| Style / Identity | Dry Amontillado Sherry—balanced between flor delicacy and oxidative depth |
"Walnut, date, cinnamon and dried blood orange notes are backed by a long finish that lets a singed balsa wood hint hang on. This has an echo of sweetness but remains rather dry in feel. " Wine Spectator 91 Points
"The non-vintage Dry Amontillado Los Arcos Solera Reserva reveals a medium amber hue along with a nutty, honeyed, dry personality with great acid." Robert Parker 93 Points
100% Palomino
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Description
Los Arcos is a refined and elegant Amontillado that combines a crisp oxidative edge with rich nutty complexity. It tempers bold character with softness, making it a versatile and sophisticated Sherry for both sipping and pairing.
Origins & Craftsmanship
This expression belongs to Lustau’s Solera Familiar line, produced in Jerez de la Frontera. It is made from 100 % Palomino grapes. The aging regime alternates between biological aging under flor and oxidative aging without flor, yielding a true Amontillado profile. The wine ages in Solera y Criaderas in American oak casks at Bodega Emperatriz Eugenia.
The name “Los Arcos” refers to a pair of arches that once stood at the winery’s entrance and inspired its identity. The blend is non-vintage, drawing on multiple criaderas to maintain house consistency and complexity.
Tasting Profile
Nose: Pronounced aromas of toasted hazelnut, almond skin, and walnut. Secondary notes of dried apricot, fig, toffee, and subtle sea breeze or saline minerality emerge.
Palate: Medium in weight, the palate opens with dried orchard fruits, warm toast, and marzipan. A dry, salty core develops, with nuances of cedar spice, orange peel, and baking spice weaving through. The oxidative character is firm but integrated, giving structure without harshness.
Finish: Long and elegant. Nutty tones linger, joined by subtle citrus bitterness and saline mineral echoes. The finish is dry, with a refined dryness that persists without rough edges.
Quick Overview
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| ABV / Alcohol | ~18.5 % |
| Region / Origin | Jerez de la Frontera, Spain |
| Grape / Variety | 100 % Palomino |
| Aging / Method | Solera & criaderas; periods under flor + oxidative aging in American oak |
| Color | Amber / deep golden |
| Aromas & Flavors | Hazelnut, almond, walnut, dried apricot, toffee, orange peel, marzipan, saline minerality |
| Style / Identity | Dry Amontillado Sherry—balanced between flor delicacy and oxidative depth |
"Walnut, date, cinnamon and dried blood orange notes are backed by a long finish that lets a singed balsa wood hint hang on. This has an echo of sweetness but remains rather dry in feel. " Wine Spectator 91 Points
"The non-vintage Dry Amontillado Los Arcos Solera Reserva reveals a medium amber hue along with a nutty, honeyed, dry personality with great acid." Robert Parker 93 Points
100% Palomino
