What it pairs with
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Croquetas de jamón
The nutty character of Classic Amontillado pairs with ham croquettes for a classic tapa combination. -
Pollo asado with herbs
Roast chicken with Andalusian herbs is a natural everyday companion to an approachable Amontillado. -
Manchego semi-curado
The mild nutty complexity of Classic Amontillado matches medium-aged Manchego.
How to serve Classic Amontillado
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. Croquetas de jamón, Pollo asado with herbs, Manchego semi-curado. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Classic Amontillado is the accessible, everyday Amontillado in the Rey Fernando de Castilla Classic range. It represents the style of traditional Jerez Amontillado available at an accessible price, positioned below the premium Antique Amontillado from the same bodega.
- 1999 — Classic Amontillado introduced in the Rey Fernando de Castilla Classic range
Facts
- Producer
- Bodegas Rey Fernando de Castilla
- Grapes
- Palomino Fino
- Classification
- DO Jerez-Xérès-Sherry
- Oak
- American oak butts; dual biological and oxidative solera; Classic range; average 6-8 years
- ABV
- 17.5%
- Price
- €10-16 at retail
- Drinking window
- 0-5 from bottling
- First vintage
- 1999
Frequently asked about Classic Amontillado
When should I drink Classic Amontillado?
Drink 0-5 from bottling. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Classic Amontillado?
Croquetas de jamón is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Pollo asado with herbs and Manchego semi-curado. The nutty character of Classic Amontillado pairs with ham croquettes for a classic tapa combination.
What grapes are in Classic Amontillado?
The blend is Palomino Fino. The wine is classified as DO Jerez-Xérès-Sherry.