In the glass
Aroma: toasted almonds, salt crystals, dried chamomile, light hazelnut, subtle sherry-yeast
Palate: walnut, saline, citrus oil, dried herbs, very light rancio
Premium Manzanilla Pasada from the Herederos de Argüeso family archive solera; the extended under-flor ageing develops deeper complexity while retaining the Atlantic salinity characteristic of Sanlúcar.
What it pairs with
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Langoustines with sea salt
Natural sweetness of crustaceans highlighted by the wine's saline, nutty depth. -
Salt cod with olive oil (bacalao al pil-pil)
Gelatinous emulsified salt cod is a Spanish classic with aged Manzanilla. -
Cured ibérico ham
A canonical Andalusian pairing for fine aged Sanlúcar wine.
How to serve 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. Langoustines with sea salt, Salt cod with olive oil (bacalao al pil-pil), Cured ibérico ham. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
The Reserva de Familia Manzanilla Pasada under the Herederos de Argüeso label is the private reserve expression, drawing from the oldest butts in the family's Barrio Bajo solera. The wine is held back until the flor partially recedes, producing the Pasada character that was historically reserved for family use and special occasions.
- 1822 — Foundation of Argüeso family soleras; oldest reserve butts maintained
- 1990 — Reserva de Familia released commercially as a limited label
Facts
- Producer
- Herederos de Argüeso
- Grapes
- Palomino Fino
- Classification
- DO Manzanilla-Sanlúcar de Barrameda
- Oak
- Extended biological ageing; flor partially recedes in older butts; solera system
- ABV
- 17.5%
- Price
- €22-40 at retail
- Drinking window
- 3-20 from bottling
- First vintage
- 1822
Frequently asked about Reserva de Familia Manzanilla Pasada
What does Reserva de Familia Manzanilla Pasada taste like?
On the nose, toasted almonds, salt crystals, dried chamomile, light hazelnut, subtle sherry-yeast. On the palate, walnut, saline, citrus oil, dried herbs, very light rancio. Structurally medium-bodied, low tannins, high acidity with a very long, saline-nutty and complex finish. Premium Manzanilla Pasada from the Herederos de Argüeso family archive solera; the extended under-flor ageing develops deeper complexity while retaining the Atlantic salinity characteristic of Sanlúcar.
When should I drink Reserva de Familia Manzanilla Pasada?
Drink 3-20 from bottling. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Reserva de Familia Manzanilla Pasada?
Langoustines with sea salt is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Salt cod with olive oil (bacalao al pil-pil) and Cured ibérico ham. Natural sweetness of crustaceans highlighted by the wine's saline, nutty depth.
What grapes are in Reserva de Familia Manzanilla Pasada?
The blend is Palomino Fino. The wine is classified as DO Manzanilla-Sanlúcar de Barrameda.