What it pairs with
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Tapas of croquetas and patatas bravas
The approachable dry-nuttiness of Character Amontillado pairs well with Spanish bar food. -
Mild cheese and crackers
Moderate complexity of commercial Amontillado suits mild cheese platters for everyday enjoyment. -
Almonds and dried fruits
The wine's almond register and moderate sweetness complement these classic accompaniments.
History
Character Amontillado is the entry-level dry style in Sandeman Jerez's Character range, designed for everyday accessibility. The wine is produced from the standard Sandeman solera-criadera system in Jerez and is the house's main commercial Amontillado, widely distributed in major markets.
- 1965 — Character Amontillado introduced in the Sandeman Jerez Character range
Facts
- Producer
- Sandeman Jerez
- Grapes
- Palomino Fino
- Classification
- DO Jerez-Xérès-Sherry
- Oak
- American oak butts; dual biological and oxidative solera; Character range; average 6-8 years
- ABV
- 17.5%
- Price
- €10-16 at retail
- Drinking window
- 0-5 from bottling
- First vintage
- 1965