Structure

Sweetnessdry
Oakoak aged

Drinking window

Best 0 to 2 years from bottling.
bottling0 yrs2 yrs8 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

What it pairs with

  • Jamón serrano
    The classic Spanish aperitivo pairing of dry Fino and cured ham.
  • Gambas al ajillo
    Light body and salinity pair well with garlic prawns.
  • Olives and almonds
    Classic bar snacks that amplify the wine's own olive-brine and almond notes.

How to serve La Ina Fino

Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.

  1. Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
  2. Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
  3. Glassware. Use a Sherry copita: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
  4. Pair with. Jamón serrano, Gambas al ajillo, Olives and almonds. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.

History

La Ina Fino was the flagship Fino product of Pedro Domecq, founded in 1730. The La Ina brand was established in the late 18th century. Following the dissolution of the Pedro Domecq company, the brand is now held by Beam Suntory.

  1. 1793: La Ina Fino brand established by Pedro Domecq
  2. 2005: Pedro Domecq assets, including La Ina, acquired by Allied Domecq and subsequently Beam Suntory

Facts

Producer
Pedro Domecq (Beam Suntory) · visiting guide
Grapes
Palomino Fino
Classification
DO Jerez-Xérès-Sherry
Oak
American oak butts; biological ageing under flor; historic Pedro Domecq solera now operated by Beam Suntory; average 4-5 years
ABV
15.0%
Price
€8-14 at retail
Drinking window
0-2 from bottling
First vintage
1793

Frequently asked about La Ina Fino

When should I drink La Ina Fino?

Drink 0-2 from bottling. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.

What food pairs with La Ina Fino?

Jamón serrano is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Gambas al ajillo and Olives and almonds. The classic Spanish aperitivo pairing of dry Fino and cured ham.

What grapes are in La Ina Fino?

The blend is Palomino Fino. The wine is classified as DO Jerez-Xérès-Sherry.

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