What it pairs with
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Tapas selection
An accessible everyday Fino pairs naturally with all manner of Spanish bar tapas. -
Jamón serrano and almonds
The classic aperitivo combination of dry Fino with cured ham and nuts. -
Patatas a lo pobre
Simple Andalusian potato dish with green peppers and olive oil pairs with light dry Fino.
History
Palomino & Vergara was founded in 1765 as one of the old Jerez trading houses and is now part of the Estévez group. The Tío Mateo Fino has been the house's accessible everyday Fino label since the late 19th century, maintaining continuous production through various ownership transitions.
- 1765 — Palomino & Vergara founding house established in Jerez
- 1880 — Tío Mateo Fino established in the Palomino & Vergara commercial range
Facts
- Producer
- Palomino & Vergara
- Grapes
- Palomino Fino
- Classification
- DO Jerez-Xérès-Sherry
- Oak
- American oak butts; biological ageing under flor in the Jerez solera system operated under Estévez group; average 4-5 years
- ABV
- 15.0%
- Price
- €8-14 at retail
- Drinking window
- 0-2 from bottling
- First vintage
- 1880