Aged entirely without flor (the biological layer of yeast which protects Fino and Amontillado), this Oloroso sees oxidative aging in several criaderas, for about the same 15-year-minimum period as Amontillado Gran Barquero. During this long, slow development, the wine acquires a deep mahogany color and its characteristic ‘rancio’ aromas of fine wood and toasted nuts. Mid palate of caramel and dried fruit and a very long nutty finish. Serve at room temperature with mild cheeses or with desserts (especially those containing nuts and cream), or slightly chilled on its own.

WA 92 : "“The NV Oloroso Gran Barquero is produced from Pedro Ximenez grapes aged oxidatively in a solera system for 25-30 years on average. It displays a dark amber color and a complex nose of cigar ash, candied apricots and roasted nuts. The palate is ample, velvety, with good structure, without the rusticity some attribute to the wines of Montilla, and very slightly off-dry, which makes it very approachable.” Luis Gutiérrez, The Wine Advocate"