In the glass
Aroma: sea spray, chamomile, fresh almonds, yeast
Palate: salt, citrus, mineral, fresh bread
San León under the Herederos de Argüeso label: the heritage expression of the estate's founding Manzanilla solera from the Barrio Bajo of Sanlúcar.
What it pairs with
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Coquinas (small clams) with garlic and parsley
Briny clams and sautéed garlic are the traditional Sanlúcar pairing for San León. -
Salpicón de mariscos
Chilled seafood salad is elevated by the wine's bright acidity and saline register.
How to serve San León Manzanilla (Herederos de Argüeso)
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. Coquinas (small clams) with garlic and parsley, Salpicón de mariscos. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Herederos de Argüeso (Heirs of Argüeso) is the continuation label of the founding family after León de Argüeso's descendants maintained the original soleras. The San León under this label represents the oldest continuous thread of the estate's 1822 foundation Manzanilla solera.
- 1822 — León de Argüeso establishes original solera in Sanlúcar's Barrio Bajo
- 1900 — Herederos de Argüeso registered as continuation of the founding family estate
Facts
- Producer
- Herederos de Argüeso
- Grapes
- Palomino Fino
- Classification
- DO Manzanilla-Sanlúcar de Barrameda
- Oak
- Biological ageing under flor in American oak butts; Barrio Bajo solera
- ABV
- 15.0%
- Price
- €8-14 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-3 from bottling
- First vintage
- 1822
Frequently asked about San León Manzanilla (Herederos de Argüeso)
What does San León Manzanilla (Herederos de Argüeso) taste like?
On the nose, sea spray, chamomile, fresh almonds, yeast. On the palate, salt, citrus, mineral, fresh bread. Structurally light-bodied, low tannins, racy acidity with a crisp, clean and persistent finish. San León under the Herederos de Argüeso label: the heritage expression of the estate's founding Manzanilla solera from the Barrio Bajo of Sanlúcar.
When should I drink San León Manzanilla (Herederos de Argüeso)?
Drink 1-3 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 Manzanilla (Herederos de Argüeso)?
Coquinas (small clams) with garlic and parsley is the canonical pairing; Salpicón de mariscos is the other strong match. Briny clams and sautéed garlic are the traditional Sanlúcar pairing for San León.
What grapes are in San León Manzanilla (Herederos de Argüeso)?
The blend is Palomino Fino. The wine is classified as DO Manzanilla-Sanlúcar de Barrameda.