In the glass
Aroma: toasted almonds, sea salt, dried chamomile, biscuit, light hazelnut
Palate: walnut, saline mineral, dried apple, orange oil, subtle rancio
The reserve tier of Argüeso's Manzanilla range: aged beyond the standard San León with partial flor die-back, yielding additional almond and mineral complexity while retaining bright salinity.
What it pairs with
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Grilled sea bass with lemon butter
The wine's mineral salinity and almond depth elevate delicate grilled fish. -
Pulpo a la gallega
Galician-style octopus with paprika and olive oil is a natural match for aged Manzanilla. -
Aged Tetilla or Roncal cheese
Semi-firm Spanish cheeses with grassy notes pair with the wine's nutty, saline character.
How to serve San León Reserva de Familia Manzanilla Pasada
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a Sherry copita: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Grilled sea bass with lemon butter, Pulpo a la gallega, Aged Tetilla or Roncal cheese. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
The Reserva de Familia is Argüeso's premium Manzanilla Pasada, kept in the family's private solera for longer than the San León standard. The Pasada classification indicates extended under-flor ageing with partial flor recession, producing a wine that bridges the freshness of Manzanilla and the complexity of Amontillado within the Sanlúcar denomination.
- 1822 — Argüeso family soleras established in the Barrio Bajo
- 1980 — Reserva de Familia label created as a limited upper tier
Facts
- Producer
- Bodegas Herederos de Argüeso
- Grapes
- Palomino Fino
- Classification
- DO Manzanilla-Sanlúcar de Barrameda
- Oak
- Extended biological ageing in American oak butts; flor partially recedes; solera system
- ABV
- 17.0%
- Price
- €22-38 at retail
- Drinking window
- 3-15 from bottling
- First vintage
- 1822
Frequently asked about San León Reserva de Familia Manzanilla Pasada
What does San León Reserva de Familia Manzanilla Pasada taste like?
On the nose, toasted almonds, sea salt, dried chamomile, biscuit, light hazelnut. On the palate, walnut, saline mineral, dried apple, orange oil, subtle rancio. Structurally medium-bodied, low tannins, high acidity with a long, complex and saline-nutty finish. The reserve tier of Argüeso's Manzanilla range: aged beyond the standard San León with partial flor die-back, yielding additional almond and mineral complexity while retaining bright salinity.
When should I drink San León Reserva de Familia Manzanilla Pasada?
Drink 3-15 from bottling. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with San León Reserva de Familia Manzanilla Pasada?
Grilled sea bass with lemon butter is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Pulpo a la gallega and Aged Tetilla or Roncal cheese. The wine's mineral salinity and almond depth elevate delicate grilled fish.
What grapes are in San León Reserva de Familia Manzanilla Pasada?
The blend is Palomino Fino. The wine is classified as DO Manzanilla-Sanlúcar de Barrameda.